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27 July 2024

• Kawhi Leonard's Championship Teammate Makes Big Career Decision
  Serge Ibaka was one of Kawhi Leonard's greatest teammates. The two won a championship together on the Toronto Raptors in 2019 and then joined together again on the Clippers in 2021. While Ibaka never won a championship with the Clippers, he was a part of their greatest team in franchise history. Now, after a season hiatus from the NBA, Serge Ibaka has made his next major basketball career decision.
• Vezenkov gets big welcome from Greek fans after leaving Raptors
  Sasha Vezenkov might've had just a very short stint with the Toronto Raptors, but it appears that a few people are VERY happy he's not with the team anymore. Back in June, the Raptors acquired Vezenkov from the Sacramento Kings as part of a multi-player draft night trade. Reports almost immediately surfaced that Vezenkov was unlikely to play in the NBA next season, though, and was looking for a return to Europe after just one season in North America. On Monday, the Raptors waived Vezenkov, with reports later confirming that his contract was bought out.
• Which Cam Johnson Suitor can Offer the Brooklyn Nets the Best Return?
  Cam Johnson's list of suitors has grown exponentially, expanding to now five reportedly interested teams. Per Michael Scotto of HoopsHype and Brian Lewis of the New York Post , the Los Angeles Lakers, Sacramento Kings, Orlando Magic, Toronto Raptors, and Indiana Pacers all desire the 28-year-old forward. But who can send the Brooklyn Nets the best package? The Lakers' interest, while it may be real, should not carry much weight. They essentially become interested in any veteran contributor who becomes available while having little value to send in return. Similarly, Toronto does not have much to offer for Johnson. Sacramento and Orlando are two young squads on the cusp of being one of the league's
• Raptors to make visit to Europe in preseason: report
  The Toronto Raptors appear to be taking their talents to Europe. According to a report in Spanish publication Diario Sur, Canada's lone NBA franchise will visit Spain next month for the preseason. As per the report, the Raptors are bound for Malaga, where the team will visit The Embassy Training Centre. The location has strong ties with both the NBA and the National Basketball Players' Association (NBPA), with 35 players having visited the spot in recent years, as per Eurohoops.
• Biggest Need Raptors Must Still Address In 2024 NBA Free Agency
  The sting of missing the 2024 playoffs lingers for the Toronto Raptors. Yes, Scottie Barnes' emergence has been somewhat of a bright spot. With a solid young core in place, Bobby Webster, the Raptors' shrewd general manager, faces a crucial offseason in shaping the team's future. The Toronto Raptors need a floor spacer who can stretch the defense and create open looks for himself and his teammates.
• Celtics preseason schedule: Nuggets games in Abu Dhabi headline slate
  The Celtics will prepare to defend their title starting on Oct. 4 in Abu Dhabi. Here is their full 2024 preseason schedule.
• Ranking the Celtics' competition in the East next season: No. 8 - Toronto Raptors
  The Boston Celtics will have plenty of work to do to win another title next season, even if they enter the 2
• Don't Sleep on Canada's Basketball Team at the Olympics
  The team is stacked with NBA players, including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jamal Murray
• Raptors Summer League takeaways: Gradey Dick, Ja'Kobe Walter show flashes as direction of rebuild takes shape
  In addition to making long-term pledges to Scottie Barnes and Immanuel Quickley, Toronto doubled down on its youth movement by making four selections in the 2024 NBA Draft. As the focus shifts to the future, summer league stood as the first opportunity to get a glimpse at the Raptors' new blood. Records are largely inconsequential in the summer, so there is very little to be taken from Toronto's 2-3 mark in Las Vegas. There is, however, value to be taken from what first-round pick Ja'Kobe Walter showed alongside draft classmates Jonathan Mogbo, Jamal Shead, and Ulrich Chomche.
• Raptors Waive Summer League Standout
  Raptors Waive Summer League Standout The Toronto Raptors have waived Javon Freeman-Liberty and now have an open roster spot heading into the season Aaron Rose | 23 Hours Ago Apr 3, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Toronto Raptors guard Javon Freeman-Liberty (0) works up court as Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) defends during the third quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports / Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports In this story: Toronto Raptors The Toronto Raptors have waived Javon Freeman-Liberty. There was virtually nothing the 24-year-old combo guard could have done in Summer League to keep his roster spot. Despite an impressive showing over the past