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TORONTO– It was supposed to be a day of celebration. The Toronto Raptors were coming home to party with their fans, in the franchise’s inaugural championship parade. A historical moment that the Raptors fan base had been waiting for since the organization’s first game in 1995. The parade featured all of these realities. While lengthy […] READ MORE
The Toronto Raptors are the 2018-19 NBA Champions. A phrase that many deemed impossible. A reality that most thought would be unattainable. When the franchise became encapsulated in the NBA, there was an overwhelming belief that failure would occur. Basketball in Canada, a country embedded in hockey culture and obsessed with baseball, would be doomed […] READ MORE
It is easy to forget that Nick Nurse is a first year head coach in the NBA. The Toronto Raptors general is a risk taker, doing whatever it takes to dethrone the back to back NBA champions Golden State Warriors. And in this playoffs, he has established an identity for the Raptors that is rooted […] READ MORE
We look at a handful of the NBA’s best and most versatile wing-forwards, and why that breed has become the most valuable position in basketball. READ MORE
The well-rested Golden State Warriors earned more rest when they swept the injury-depleted San Antonio Spurs with a 129-115 victory in the Western Conference Finals. Kevin Durant and Stephen Curry dominated the series and proved that they were too much for the Spurs. Durant & Curry Dominate to Sweep Warriors Back to NBA Finals The […] READ MORE
With the eight first-round NBA playoffs series set to begin tomorrow, here’s one prediction to get you set for each of them. READ MORE
This year's MVP race is as competitive as ever; however, it's important to take a look at the weaknesses of each NBA MVP candidate. READ MORE
Jimmy Butler has helped the Bulls earn a 9-5 record. His game continues to develop, as he has become one of the best two-way players in the league. READ MORE
While he has fallen under the radar in terms of stardom, the underrated Kawhi Leonard has become a top five player in the NBA. READ MORE
Kawhi Leonard is having the best stretch of his career to start the 2016-17 NBA season. If he keeps it up, there is a high chance that he wins the MVP. READ MORE
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