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New York man charged in betting scheme that ended ex-Raptors player Jontay Porter's NBA career

Federal prosecutors in New York announced Tuesday that a Brooklyn man has been charged in an illegal sports betting scheme that resulted in Jontay Porter being banned from the NBA.

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WNBA franchise awarded to Toronto for 2026 season, per reports

The WNBA is reportedly heading to Toronto after repoorts that the league awarded a franchise to the Ontario-based Kilmer Group.

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Coban Porter sentenced in fatal DUI crash days after brother's lifetime NBA ban for gambling

The brother of Michael and Jontay Porter, who was recently banned from the NBA, was sentenced to six years in prison Friday for a fatal DUI crash last year.

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NBA bans Raptors' Jontay Porter for violating gambling policy

Toronto Raptors player Jontay Porter was banned from the NBA on Wednesday for violating the league's gambling policy amid an investigation into suspicious activity.

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NBA commissioner says he could ban player from league amid gambling probe: 'It's cardinal sin'

NBA commissioner Adam Silver says if Jontay Porter committed the "cardinal sin" of betting on NBA games, he could be banned from the sport.

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Raptors' RJ Barrett opens up following 19-year-old brother's death: 'I'm always missing him'

As he prepares to return to the basketball court, Toronto Raptors guard RJ Barrett spoke publicly for the first time since the loss of his teen brother Nathan Barrett earlier this month.

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Nuggets star Michael Porter Jr defends brother amid gambling probe

Denver Nuggets star Michael Porter Jr. defended his brother Jontay Porter as the Toronto Raptors faces an investigation into gambling allegations.

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NBA investigates Raptors' Jontay Porter over 'prop betting': report

Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter is the subject of an NBA investigation in prop bet irregularities that were found involving his play in two specific games this season.

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Family of Raptors star RJ Barrett confirms death of younger brother: 'Devastated by this great loss'

Nathan Barrett, the younger brother of Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett, died on Tuesday, his family confirmed in a statement shared by the team on Thursday.

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Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama records rare triple-double in win over Raptors

San Antonio Spurs phenom Victor Wembanyama posted a rare triple-double on Monday against the Toronto Raptors, scoring 27 points, grabbing 14 rebounds and blocking 10 shots.

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Pacers acquire All-Star Pascal Siakam from Raptors: reports

The Indiana Pacers reportedly made a big move for their playoff push by acquiring two-time All-Star Pascal Siakam from the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday.

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Raptors' Darko Rajaković slapped with $25K fine for calling out 'outrageous' foul calls by officials

Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajaković was fined $25,000 by the NBA after his comments about officials following his team's 132-131 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Raptors' Darko Rajakovic rips officials over free-throw disparity: 'This is completely BS'

Toronto Raptors coach Darko Rajakovic tore into NBA referees on Tuesday night over a free-throw disparity in their loss to the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Pistons snap record-breaking losing streak with first win since October

The Detroit Pistons snapped their NBA record 28-game losing streak Saturday, getting back in the win column for the first time since October.

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Immanuel Quickley shares stunned reaction to being traded by Knicks: 'Oh my goodness'

The New York Knicks reportedly traded R.J. Barrett and Immanuel Quickley on Saturday, prompting a stunned response from Quickley and one of his now former teammates.

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Eric Montross, former college basketball star and first-round NBA pick, dead at 52

Eric Montross, a former North Carolina basketball star and NBA journeyman, died at 52, his family announced on Monday. He had a battle with cancer.

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Germany head coach tries to grab Raptors' Dennis Schroder in heated altercation at FIBA World Cup

Germany head coach Gordon Herbert tried to grab Toronto Raptors' guard Dennis Schroder in a heated altercation during a time-out against Slovenia at the FIBA World Cup.

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Knicks sue Raptors, ex-employee who allegedly stole 'proprietary information' before joining Toronto's staff

The New York Knicks sued the Toronto Raptors and an ex-employee, among others, after the former worker allegedly stole confidential information prior to joining Toronto's staff.

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NCAA Tournament star attempts Steph Curry lookaway 3, misses rim

Markquis Nowell, who became a household name during the 2023 NCAA Tournament, attempted a move on Wednesday that Steph Curry has made famous.

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Drake trolls Fred VanVleet as All-Star appears to bolt Raptors for Rockets

Drake had a playful jab for departing Toronto Raptors guard Fred VanVleet Sunday as the All-Star reportedly signed a three-year deal with the Houston Rockets.

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Raptors to hire Grizzlies assistant Darko Rajakovic for head coach opening: report

The Toronto Raptors have reportedly tabbed Memphis Grizzlies assistant coach Darko Rajakovic to be the next head coach of the organization.

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Heat's Erik Spoelstra surprised by recent round of coach firings, calls Doc Rivers' dismissal 'disturbing'

Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra said Wednesday he has been surprised by the recent round of coach firings in the NBA, calling Doc Rivers' dismissal "disturbing."

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Raptors fire championship-winning head coach

Nick Nurse is out as head coach of the Toronto Raptors, reportedly fired by the organization on Friday after five seasons. Nurse went 227-163 and won the 2019 NBA championship

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DeMar DeRozan's daughter, 9, was escorted out of Raptors' arena after 'severe' threats toward her: report

A fun viral moment turned into a serious situation Wednesday night when DeMar DeRozan's 9-year-old daughter was escorted to the Bulls' bus by security.

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Bulls' DeMar DeRozan's daughter plays huge unexpected role in must-win game against Raptors

The Chicago Bulls pulled off a big comeback in the fourth quarter to beat the Toronto Raptors, and DeMar DeRozan's daughter, Diar, is a big reason why.

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Bulls storm back from 19-point deficit in play-in tournament, eliminate Raptors from playoff contention

Trailing by 19 at one point, the Chicago Bulls stormed back late to take home a victory in the play-in tournament, eliminating the Raptors.

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Raptors' Chris Boucher reveals the disgusting message a salty fan sent after losing parlay bet

Some NBA players are concerned about the impact sports betting is having on the players. Raptors forward Chris Boucher received a disturbing message from an angry sports bettor.

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Nuggets lose fourth straight as head coach calls out play: ‘We’re just in chill mode’

Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone called out his team following its fourth-straight loss Tuesday night, falling to the Toronto Raptors on the road.

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Raptors' Fred VanVleet fined for ripping NBA referees after loss to Clippers

Toronto Raptors star guard Fred VanVleet was fined $30,000 after ripping the referees during Wednesday night's loss to the Los Angeles Clippers

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Raptors’ Fred VanVleet tears into referee after loss: ‘Ben Taylor was f---ing terrible tonight’

Toronto Raptors point guard Fred VanVleet ripped NBA referee Ben Taylor after receiving a technical in a loss to the Los Angeles Clippers Wednesday night.

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Raptors apologize for Women's History Month video that drew criticism

The Toronto Raptors posted a video to celebrate Women's History Month, but it missed the mark and drew lots of backlash on social media.