The Toronto Raptors are finally back home after a long seven game roadtrip. Akil, Sherm and Jonesy break down last night's game and the trip overall. #Raptors #TorontoRaptors
Frequently Asked Questions
Which was the Raptors' best year?
The 2019 championship season was Toronto Raptors’ best year. The Raptors won the NBA Championship for the first time in their history. It was an exciting and memorable season. The team posted a 58-24 record during the regular season, with Kawhi Leonard named Finals MVP. They beat the Golden State Warriors six times to win the title.
2013 saw the Toronto Raptors replace Bryan Colangelo as general manager with MasaiUjiri. This would mark a new era in the franchise's history, which would see them rise to the top of the NBA.
The Raptors under Ujiri enjoyed a resurgence and reached the playoffs in 2014. This was their first playoff appearance since 2008. The Raptors have won five Division titles, and they had their most successful regular-season in 2018. Ujiri also made an unorthodox but successful trade in that year, sending DeMar DeRozan and Kawhi Leonard to the San Antonio Spurs.
The Raptors had a great year in 2019, winning their first conference title and making it to the NBA Finals for the first time. They conquered the Golden State Warriors in a total of six games.
Ujiri's tenure with the Raptors has been a resounding success, and he should be credited with changing the team's fortunes. Thanks to his leadership, the Raptors are now one of the best teams in the NBA and look poised to remain contenders for years to come.
The 2019 Raptors championship season will always be remembered as one among the best in their history.
Ujiri should and will continue to be focused on building a winning culture which supports the players and staff as we move forward. This team's future is bright if they continue to strive for excellence. The 2019 Toronto Raptors Championship season has set a high bar, and Ujiri and his teammates must build on this success.
How did the Toronto Raptors do after Kawhi Leonard left town?
The Toronto Raptors had a great year. The Raptors won 53 playoff games in the 2020 season. All-Star point-guard Kyle Lowry was the catalyst for the team's success. Lowry averaged 19.7, 7.5 assists, as well as 4.8 rebounds. Pascal Siakam, an All-Star forward, was also a part of Lowry's team. He averaged 22.9 ppg and 8.3 rebound per game. The Raptors also got strong contributions from role players such as Fred VanVleet and Norman Powell. They were able to overcome injuries to Serge Ibaka and Marc Gasol thanks to their depth and talent.
The team was led coach Nick Nurse and All NBA Second Teamer Pascal Siakam. . Siakam rose to prominence by scoring an average of nearly 20+ points per contest. Coach Nurse made bold strategic choices that paid off. Kyle Lowry has been selected for the 2020 NBA All-Star squad, his sixth consecutive selection.
The playoffs began earlier than usual this year. They took place at the "Bubble", Bay Lake in Florida, near Orlando. In the first round, the Raptors met the Brooklyn Nets and won 4-0. The Raptors fell 0-2 against Boston Celtics in Round 2. However, OG Anunoby struck a buzzer-beater to win Toronto in the third round. The series was eventually reduced to seven with Boston winning.
When was the Raptors their first game?
The Raptors played the New Jersey Nets in their first regular season at the SkyDome on November 3, 1995. Alvin Robertson scored his first points in franchise history. 33,306 people were there. The Raptors defeated Nets 94-79% with contributions from Damon Stoudamire (with 10 points and 10 assists) as well Robertson (30pts).
Statistics
- Thomas named Raptors' GM NBA superstar to have 10% stake in the new franchise". (en.wikipedia.org)
- This improved during the 2006–07 regular season to an average of 18,258 fans (13th in the league), 92.2 percent capacity at the Air Canada Centre. (en.wikipedia.org)
- This improved during the 2006–07 regular season to an average of 18,258 fans (13th in the league), 92.2 percent capacity at the Air Canada Centre. (en.wikipedia.org)
- As predicted by analysts, the team easily secured a berth in the 2001 NBA playoffs with a franchise-high 47 wins. (en.wikipedia.org)
- Thomas named Raptors' GM NBA superstar to have 10% stake in the new franchise". (en.wikipedia.org)
External Links
assets1.sportsnet.ca/basketball/nba/teams/toronto-raptors
basketball-reference.com
jerseymuseum.org
nba.com/raptors
How To
How to get to a Toronto Raptors game from your location
Toronto Raptors games occur at Air Canada Centre (ACC) in downtown Toronto, Ontario, Canada. TTC Metro system takes you to ACC. Union Station takes about 30 minutes to get to ACC. Bay Street station is closest to ACC.
If you come to ACC directly from Union Station, you should go through Bay street station. From there, you can follow the signs to ACC. If you arrive at ACC from another direction, please follow the signs to Bay Street station.
Follow the signs for the ACC from Bay Street station.
The venue is accessible to those with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities can use the designated seating areas. Sign language interpretation services are also offered by the ACC.
There is no parking fee at the ACC. However, there is limited street parking available nearby.
