In the Masai-Era of Raptors basketball, the trade deadline was used as a levelling-up tool, something to make “right now” moves. Even if the moves at the deadline were more “for the future” moves, the “future” we were discussing was likely the immediate season after.

The Toronto Raptors have multiple players who are popular and a head coach who’s created a winning culture. In spite of that, they don’t have the personnel to bring their dream of flying another NBA championship across the border to life.

Cippers' Kawhi Leonard still has a soft spot for the city of Toronto, and his latest declaration will hit Raptors fans right in the feels.

James Harden had 31 points and 10 assists, Jordan Miller scored 19 points and the Los Angeles Clippers extended their winning streak to five by beating the Toronto Raptors 121-117 in overtime.

The Toronto Raptors visit the Los Angeles Lakers Sunday in Los Angeles, California, with tip-off set for 9:30 p.m. ET.

Raptors raise eyebrows with a surprising Immanuel Quickley decision as Toronto quietly positions itself for a major trade deadline move.

This team is playing some excellent defence despite not having a proper centre available for half of the season thus far.

Los Angeles Lakers reserve big man Drew Timme had an interesting choice of fashion after the team's win on Sunday.