NBA Play-In starts tonight: The stakes, matchups and pressure points
The NBA Play-In Tournament begins tonight. Here's what's on the line for the eight teams trying to earn the last few postseason spots.
Toronto Raptors
NBA Insider Reveals Why Donovan Mitchell Could Leave Cavs
NBA insider Zach Lowe believes that Donovan Mitchell might leave the Cleveland Cavaliers if the team has another early exit from the postseason. Mitchell has played the best basketball of his career since joining the Cavaliers and averages historically great scoring numbers in the NBA Playoffs. However, the team falling short yet again may spell […] The post NBA Insider Reveals Why Donovan Mitchell Could Leave Cavs appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Toronto Raptors Announce Immanuel Quickley Injury Update Ahead of Cavaliers Playoff Series
The Raptors announced Immanuel Quickley’s injury status after MRI results for the Cavaliers playoff series. The post Toronto Raptors Announce Immanuel Quickley Injury Update Ahead of Cavaliers Playoff Series appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Drake teases Iceman album at Toronto Raptors game
Drake is making sure everyone knows his new album is on the way. The rollout for Drake’s next studio album got an NBA twist when the rapper “iced out” some courtside seats at a recent Toronto Raptors game. The rapper’s frozen courtside seats were seen on the Raptors’ Sunday, April 12, game against the Brooklyn […] The post Drake teases Iceman album at Toronto Raptors game appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Raptors’ Brandon Ingram, Scottie Barnes earn ‘no pushovers’ props before Cavs playoff showdown
A battle-hardened Toronto Raptors arrive to the postseason as the No. 5 seed from the East, but that is hardly enough for them to be counted among the conference’s elite. The Raptors face the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first round, and even Toronto fans will not be optimistic enough to see themselves as the favorites […] The post Raptors’ Brandon Ingram, Scottie Barnes earn ‘no pushovers’ props before Cavs playoff showdown appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Chris Paul’s Next Gig After Brutal NBA Exit Revealed: The Point God Goes Back to School
Ex-NBA guard Chris Paul didn’t get a farewell tour. The Point God got a 2 a.m. social media post telling him to go home. No TV booth or front office job.
NBA free agents: Top 25 players set to hit open market during 2026 offseason
There are going to be a lot of ways to add talent to NBA rosters this offseason. Some great veteran players have already been linked in trade rumors, and the 2026 NBA Draft class is looking like one of the best classes in recent memory. Now that the regular season is over, teams are thinking […] The post NBA free agents: Top 25 players set to hit open market during 2026 offseason appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Kendrick Perkins didn’t forget Bill Simmons’ offer to wager on Raptors’ record
ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins and The Ringer founder Bill Simmons have a somewhat checkered history. The pair initially found themselves in a public back-and-forth following the 2025 NBA draft, when Perkins predicted that the Toronto Raptors would finish in the top six of the Eastern Conference standings for the 2025-26 season while covering the event for…
How dramatic is Cavaliers’ experience advantage over Raptors?
On Sunday, the Cleveland Cavaliers wrapped up the regular season with a comfortable home win over the Washington Wizards, and later on in the day, they found out they would be playing the Toronto Raptors in the first round of the playoffs beginning next weekend. For much of the day, it appeared that it would […] The post How dramatic is Cavaliers’ experience advantage over Raptors? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Raptors’ Immanuel Quickley gets injury update ahead of Cavs playoff series
On Sunday, the Toronto Raptors ended their regular season with a blowout win over the Brooklyn Nets and officially punched their ticket to the NBA playoffs. This weekend, the Raptors will begin their foray into the postseason with a series against the Cleveland Cavaliers, which is taking place thanks to the Boston Celtics’ backups upsetting […] The post Raptors’ Immanuel Quickley gets injury update ahead of Cavs playoff series appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints’ 2025-26 NBA Power Rankings Week 25: Thunder reign supreme as regular season ends
The 2025-26 NBA season is officially over, and once again, the Oklahoma City Thunder sit at the very top of the power rankings, a spot they began the year in. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder will enter the playoffs as the defending champions with a very strong chance of going back-to-back, proving that their Game […] The post ClutchPoints’ 2025-26 NBA Power Rankings Week 25: Thunder reign supreme as regular season ends appeared first on ClutchPoints.
NBA releases first-round playoff schedule in first year of new media rights deal
The NBA playoffs begin Saturday, April 18, and for the first time in more than two decades, the postseason will air without TNT. The NBA released the Game 1 schedule for the first round on Sunday, with eight matchups spread across two days and three broadcast partners. Under the league’s new 11-year, $76 billion media…
Drake’s Courtside Seats at Toronto Raptors Arena Go Ice Cold as Fans Let the Wild Jokes Fly
Scotiabank Arena turned cold as Drake used his iconic seats to tease his new project during the Toronto Raptors' latest game.
Toronto Raptors vs Cleveland Cavaliers Series Prediction, Head-to-Head, Schedule, Where to Watch And More | 2026 NBA Playoffs
The Toronto Raptors face the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs, with predictions, head-to-head records, schedule and odds.
Angel Reese reacts with an emotional message after her brother’s first NBA season
New Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese is one proud sister. On Sunday, Reese sent out a heartfelt message for his brother, Washington Wizards forward Julian Reese, who just completed his rookie season in the NBA. Angel made sure to let Julian feel that his effort to get to where he is today is acknowledged and … The post Angel Reese reacts with an emotional message after her brother’s first NBA season appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Complete Game 1 schedules for first round of 2026 NBA Playoffs
After another grueling schedule, only a few teams remain to battle for the much-coveted Larry O’Brien Trophy. The 2026 NBA Playoffs are not lacking in compelling storylines and interesting matchups, and it would be a shame to miss any of them. The Oklahoma City Thunder will headline the postseason as they look to defend their […] The post Complete Game 1 schedules for first round of 2026 NBA Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Drake Teases Upcoming 'Iceman' Album With Frozen Toronto Raptors Courtside Seats – Complex
Drake Teases Upcoming 'Iceman' Album With Frozen Toronto Raptors Courtside Seats Complex
Darko Rajaković Makes Feelings Clear as Raptors Improbably Draw Cavaliers in Round 1 of NBA Playoffs
Darko Rajaković reacts to the Raptors' "amazing" first-round playoff opportunity against the Cavaliers.
Final Injury Report for Nets-Raptors: Will RJ Barrett, Immanuel Quickley Play?
The Toronto Raptors may be without multiple key players in Sunday night’s game against the Brooklyn Nets.
TV and streaming viewing picks for April 12, 2026: How to watch NBA regular season finale
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‘Cam Thomas Was the Mole’ — Doc Rivers’ Hint Has NBA World Suspecting Ex-Bucks Guard Was Source of ESPN’s Bombshell
Doc Rivers addressed recent Bucks locker room rumors, dropping a hint that left NBA world suspecting Cam Thomas of the ESPN leak.
Cade Cunningham Sends Strong Message Before Pistons’ Playoff Run
The Detroit Pistons had a great season in 2025-2026. Cade Cunningham and his team will finish in first place within the Eastern Conference. While that’s a massive jump even from last year, when they finished sixth in the conference, the Pistons remain hungry. Following Detroit’s Friday night win over the Charlotte Hornets, Cunningham dropped an […] The post Cade Cunningham Sends Strong Message Before Pistons’ Playoff Run appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Raptors make intriguing contract decision right before NBA playoffs
The Toronto Raptors are converting two-way guard AJ Lawson to an NBA contract ahead of the playoffs. Before hosting the Brooklyn Nets with playoff implications on the line for the Raptors in their regular-season finale, Lawson will be available. Lawson and the Raptors are tied with the Orlando Magic for sixth place in the Eastern […] The post Raptors make intriguing contract decision right before NBA playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
All the postseason seeding scenarios for Hawks, Raptors, Magic, 76ers for last day of NBA regular season
The Eastern Conference playoff race entering the final day has compressed into a highly entertaining battle between four teams. The Atlanta Hawks, who enter the final as the No. 5th seed, are the only team out of them, the Toronto Raptors, the Orlando Magic and the Philadelphia 76ers guaranteed of a playoff spot. All others […] The post All the postseason seeding scenarios for Hawks, Raptors, Magic, 76ers for last day of NBA regular season appeared first on ClutchPoints.