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Barbosa, Johnson pace Raptors past Wizards
Leandro Barbosa shook off flulike symptoms to score 19 points, Amir Johnson had 18 points and 13 rebounds, and the Toronto Raptors beat the Washington Wizards 106-89 on Friday night.

Celtics rout Raptors, climb above .500 mark
Paul Pierce had 17 points and eight assists and the Boston Celtics crept above .500 for the second time this season with a 100-64 rout of the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night.

Celtics rout Raptors, move above .500 (AP)

Paul Pierce had 17 points and eight assists and the Boston Celtics crept above .500 for the first time this season with a 100-64 rout of the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night. Ray Allen and Brandon Bass added 12 points apiece and Avery Bradley scored 11 for the Celtics, who never let go of the lead once Allen's layup 16 seconds into the game put Boston up 2-0.

Hawks demolish Raptors as Johnson drops 30
Joe Johnson needed just three quarters to match his season high with 30 points, Tracy McGrady scored 15 against his former team and the Atlanta Hawks recorded their sixth consecutive victory over the Raptors, beating Toronto 100-77 on Tuesday night.

Johnson scores 30 as Hawks rout Raptors (AP)

Joe Johnson needed just three quarters to match his season high with 30 points, Tracy McGrady scored 15 against his former team and the Atlanta Hawks recorded their sixth consecutive victory over the Raptors, beating Toronto 100-77 on Tuesday night. Atlanta's leading scorer, Johnson has averaged 30 points in his past four games against Toronto.

Raptors take charge in 2nd quarter to top Nets
DeMar DeRozan scored 19 of his 27 points in the second half, leading the Toronto Raptors to a 94-73 victory over the New Jersey Nets on Sunday night.

DeRozan's 27 power Raptors by Nets (AP)

DeMar DeRozan scored 19 of his 27 points in the second half, leading the Toronto Raptors to a 94-73 victory over the New Jersey Nets on Sunday night. The Raptors put together a 12-1 run midway in the second quarter, going from two points down to nine up at 40-31. They took a 44-39 lead into the half. Toronto guard Jerryd Byless led the stretch, driving for one basket and making three of four free...

Nuggets win sixth straight, beat Raptors (AP)

Rudy Fernandez provided both the spark and the cushion for the Denver Nuggets on Friday night. Fernandez scored a season-high 23 points in his return from a sore right Achilles as the Nuggets routed the short-handed Toronto Raptors 96-81 for their sixth straight win. He also served as a barrier between Nuggets forward Al Harrington and Raptors swingman Linas Kleiza in their short skirmish in the...

Raptors' Bargnani sidelined again with sore calf
Former Denver swingman Linas Kleiza is getting the start for Toronto against the Nuggets on Friday night with Andrea Bargnani sidelined with another calf injury.

Raptors survive 18-pt. deficit, 2OT to beat Jazz
Jose Calderon hit a 3-pointer to tie it at the end of regulation, and the Toronto Raptors rallied from an 18-point first-quarter deficit to beat the Utah Jazz 111-106 in double overtime Wednesday night.

Raptors end 11-game road skid to Jazz (AP)

Jose Calderon hit a 3-pointer to tie it at the end of regulation and the Toronto Raptors rallied from an 18-point first-quarter deficit to beat the Utah Jazz 111-106 in double-overtime Wednesday night. Andrea Bargnani and reserve Linas Kleiza each scored 25 points for the Raptors, who won in Salt Lake City for the first time since 2004.

Suns backup C Lopez suspended 1 game (AP)
Phoenix Suns backup center Robin Lopez was suspended for one game by the NBA on Wednesday for improper conduct toward a game official. Lopez was ejected after a run-in with referee Rodney Mott in the second quarter of the Suns' 99-96 home loss to the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night. Lopez, upset with a foul call, glared at Mott as he walked to the bench, brushed against the official as he...

Bargnani scores 36 in return, Raptors snap skid
Andrea Bargnani returned after missing six games with a left calf strain to score 27 of his 36 points in the second half, and the Toronto Raptors snapped an eight-game losing streak by beating Phoenix 99-96 on Tuesday night.

Bargnani's 36 in return spark Raptors (AP)

Andrea Bargnani returned after missing six games with a left calf strain to score 27 of his 36 points in the second half, and the Toronto Raptors snapped an eight-game losing streak by beating Phoenix 99-96 on Tuesday night, their first win over the Suns in eight years. The Raptors had lost 14 in a row to Phoenix, last beating the Suns on Feb.

Los Angeles Clippers' Mo Williams hot off the bench again in win over Toronto Raptors
Los Angeles Clippers' Mo Williams hot off the bench again in win over Toronto Raptors.

DeAndre Jordan on the Clippers win over Toronto
Center on defeating Toronto, prepping for Lakers.

Without Paul, Clips beat reeling Raptors (AP)

Mo Williams scored 19 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter, Blake Griffin had 18 points and nine rebounds, and the Los Angeles Clippers sent the Toronto Raptors to their eighth straight loss, 103-91 on Sunday. DeAndre Jordan had 16 points and 16 rebounds and Chauncey Billups had 14 assists for the Clippers, playing their fifth straight game without point guard Chris Paul because of a left...

Clippers extend Raptors' losing streak
Mo Williams scored 19 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter, Blake Griffin had 18 points and nine rebounds, and the Los Angeles Clippers sent the Toronto Raptors to their eighth straight loss, 103-91 on Sunday.

Clippers send Raptors to 8th straight setback
Mo Williams scored 19 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter, Blake Griffin had 18 points and nine rebounds, and the Los Angeles Clippers sent the Toronto Raptors to their eighth straight loss, 103-91 on Sunday.

Paul out vs. Raptors; questionable for Lakers
Chris Paul out vs. Raptors; questionable for Lakers game.

Clippers' Paul, Butler questionable vs. Raptors
Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul and forward Caron Butler went through practice Saturday and are listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Toronto Raptors.

Trail Blazers hand Raptors 7th straight loss
LaMarcus Aldridge had a season-high 33 points and a career-best 23 rebounds, and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Raptors 94-84 on Friday to hand Toronto its seventh consecutive loss.

Clippers Paul, Butler out Friday against Wolves
Clippers guard Chris Paul will likely sit out Friday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves but could be back on the court for the Clippers' next game Sunday against the Toronto Raptors.



Aldridge has 33 and 23 in Blazers' win (AP)

LaMarcus Aldridge had a season-high 33 points and a career-best 23 rebounds, and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Raptors 94-84 on Friday to hand Toronto its seventh consecutive loss. Raymond Felton scored 14 points, and Marcus Camby and Gerald Wallace each had 10 rebounds as Portland won its seventh straight over Toronto.

Clippers' Paul likely out Friday, eyes Sunday
Clippers guard Chris Paul will likely sit out Friday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves but could be back on the court for the Clippers' next game Sunday against the Toronto Raptors.



Rondo gets Celtics back on track before injury
Rajon Rondo scored 13 of his 21 points in the first quarter and the Boston Celtics ended a five-game losing streak with a 96-73 win over the reeling Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night.

Rondo hurt as Celtics end 5-game slide (AP)

Rajon Rondo scored 13 of his 21 points in the first quarter and the Boston Celtics ended a five-game losing streak with a 96-73 win over the reeling Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night. Rondo was knocked out of the game with a sore right wrist after being leveled on a flagrant foul by Linus Kleiza late in the third quarter, but the Celtics were just fine without him.

Rondo injures right arm on flagrant foul (AP)
Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo injured his right wrist when he was leveled on a flagrant foul by Toronto's Linas Kleiza on Wednesday night. Rondo was driving for a layup with 2:12 left in the third quarter when he was hit hard by Kleiza, who came down hard with his left arm and knocked Rondo to the floor.

Rondo nets 21 before leaving with injury
Rajon Rondo scored 13 of his 21 points in the first quarter and the Boston Celtics ended a five-game losing streak with a 96-73 win over the reeling Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night.

Hawks win 3 straight behind Smith's 28 and 15
Josh Smith scored 28 points and pulled down a season-high 15 rebounds and Joe Johnson added 27 points to help the Atlanta Hawks win their third straight game with a 93-84 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Monday.

Smith, Johnson lead Hawks past Raptors (AP)

Josh Smith scored 28 points and pulled down a season-high 15 rebounds and Joe Johnson added 27 points to help the Atlanta Hawks win their third straight game with a 93-84 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Monday. Leandro Barbosa finished with 22 points in a reserve role for Toronto, which has lost five straight.

Bulls win fifth straight, move to 12-2 (AP)

Derrick Rose had 18 points and 11 assists, leading the Chicago Bulls to a 77-64 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Saturday night. Rose keyed a seven-point burst to open the fourth period, assisting on three straight field goals. John Lucas III hit a 3-pointer and Taj Gibson scored twice, opening up an 11-point lead for Chicago.

Bulls beat Raptors in low scoring game
Derrick Rose had 18 points and 11 assists, leading the Chicago Bulls to a 77-64 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Saturday night.

Pacers overcome Granger's loss, edge Raptors
Tyler Hansbrough made two key free throws with less than 15 seconds to play and the Indiana Pacers overcame the ejection of leading scorer Danny Granger to beat the Toronto Raptors 95-90 on Friday night.

Pacers overcome Granger ejection in win (AP)

Tyler Hansbrough made two key free throws with less than 15 seconds to play and the Indiana Pacers overcame the ejection of leading scorer Danny Granger to beat the Toronto Raptors 95-90 on Friday night. George Hill scored a season-high 22 points for the Pacers, while Roy Hibbert fouled out with 15 points and nine rebounds.

Pacers forward Granger called for 2 T's, ejected
Indiana Pacers forward Danny Granger was ejected in the second quarter Friday against the Raptors after being called for his second technical foul.

Pacers' Granger ejected in Toronto (AP)
Indiana Pacers forward Danny Granger was ejected in the second quarter Friday against the Raptors after being called for his second technical foul. Granger got his first technical for arguing a non-call three minutes into the first quarter. He picked up his second for staring down Toronto's Ed Davis after a blocked shot with 29 seconds left in the half.

Kings add Hall of Famer English to staff (AP)
The Sacramento Kings have hired NBA Hall of Famer Alex English as an assistant coach. Coach Keith Smart said in a statement announcing the hiring Friday that having a former elite player on the staff will be especially good for the current players. English comes to the Kings after spending seven seasons as an assistant coach and director of player development with the Toronto Raptors.

Kings snap Toronto skid as Evans burns Raptors
Tyreke Evans scored a season-high 29 points, DeMarcus Cousins had 21 points and a career-high 19 rebounds and the Sacramento Kings snapped a seven-game losing streak in Toronto by beating the Raptors 98-91 Wednesday night.

Evans' 29 help Kings end skid in Toronto (AP)

Tyreke Evans scored a season-high 29 points, DeMarcus Cousins had 21 points and a career-high 19 rebounds and the Sacramento Kings snapped a seven-game losing streak in Toronto by beating the Raptors 98-91 Wednesday night. Isaiah Thomas scored 12 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter and Jimmer Fredette had 10 for the Kings, who had not win in Toronto since Feb.

Wizards rout Raptors to earn first win of season
Rashard Lewis and Nick Young each had 15 points to lead the Washington Wizards to their first win after eight straight losses, a 93-78 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night.

Wizards finally break into win column (AP)

Rashard Lewis and Nick Young each had 15 points to lead the Washington Wizards to their first win after eight straight losses, a 93-78 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night. After the worst start in franchise history, Coach Flip Saunders left Andray Blatche and Lewis on the bench to start the game.

Wizards snap 0-8 skid, pick up first win
Rashard Lewis and Nick Young each had 15 points to lead the Washington Wizards to their first win after eight consecutive losses, a 93-78 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night.

Raptors C Gray has procedure to fix heart rate
Raptors center Aaron Gray underwent a procedure Monday aimed at preventing episodes of a rapid heart rate that have kept the four-year veteran out of action so far this season. He's expected to return in two weeks.

Bargnani's 31 lift Raptors past Wolves (AP)

As the missed shots piled up, Timberwolves center Kevin Love started wondering what was going wrong. Could the baskets be working against him somehow? "It felt like there was a cap on the rim at some point," Love said. "I remember (missing) a reverse layup and looking at it like `You've got to be kidding me."' Andrea Bargnani matched his season-high with 31 points, Amir...

Bargnani drops 31 again as Raptors halt Wolves
Andrea Bargnani matched his season-high with 31 points, Amir Johnson had a season-high 19 points and 11 rebounds for his second straight double-double and the Toronto Raptors beat Minnesota 97-87 on Monday night.

Raptors' Gray has heart-rate procedure (AP)
Raptors center Aaron Gray underwent a procedure Monday aimed at preventing episodes of a rapid heart rate that have kept the four-year veteran out of action so far this season. He's expected to return in two weeks. The procedure, known as an ablation, was performed at a Toronto hospital. Gray, who signed a free-agent deal with the Raptors on Dec.

Sixers blow out Raptors for fourth stright victory
Andre Iguodala had 14 points and 10 rebounds, and Jrue Holiday also scored14 points to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to their fourth straight win, 97-62 over the Toronto Raptors on Saturday night.

76ers crush Raptors, win fourth straight (AP)

Andre Iguodala had 14 points and 10 rebounds, and Jrue Holiday also scored 14 points to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to their fourth straight win, 97-62 over the Toronto Raptors on Saturday night. Lou Williams scored 13 points, and rookie Nikola Vucevic had nine points and 10 rebounds for the Sixers. A year after starting 3-13, the Sixers are 5-2 and the early leaders in the Atlantic Division.

D-Will, Nets end lengthy skid, put away Raptors
Deron Williams had 24 points and nine assists, Anthony Morrow also scored 24 and the New Jersey Nets snapped a six-game losing streak by beating the Toronto Raptors 97-85 on Friday night.

Bargnani's 31 help Raptors beat Cavs (AP)

Andrea Bargnani scored 31 points in leading the Toronto Raptors to their second straight win, 92-77 over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night. DeMar DeRozan added 25 points for the Raptors and Jose Calderon had 13 points and 11 assists. The Raptors took the lead late in the first quarter and held it the rest of the way for their second victory of the season over the Cavaliers.

Bargnani drops 31 on Cavs to help Raptors roll
Andrea Bargnani scored 31 points in leading the Toronto Raptors to their second straight win, 92-77 over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night.

Cavs' Samuels is out vs. Raptors over passport
Cavaliers backup center Samardo Samuels will not play in Toronto because he doesn't have a passport.

Passport issue has Cavs missing Samuels (AP)
Cavaliers backup center Samardo Samuels will not play in Toronto because he doesn't have a passport. The team said Samuels did not travel with the club and won't be in uniform Wednesday night as Cleveland visits the Raptors to open a seven-game road trip. The Cavs said Samuels, who is averaging 7.3 points and 2.5 rebounds in 16 minutes, will rejoin them in Minnesota Thursday.

Knicks' Stoudemire doubtful Monday vs. Raptors
The New York Knicks will decide before their game against Toronto whether Amare Stoudemire is ready to return from a sprained left ankle.

Raptors hold off Stoudemire-less Knicks (AP)
Andrea Bargnani and DeMar DeRozan each scored 21 points, and the Toronto Raptors held onto a big lead this time, beating the New York Knicks 90-85 on Monday night. Jose Calderon added nine points and 12 assists for the Raptors, who blew a 16-point lead Sunday in Orlando before losing 102-96. They opened a 17-point advantage at halftime in this one thanks to the Knicks' inept second quarter then...

Raptors get by short-handed Knicks
Andrea Bargnani and DeMar DeRozan each scored 21 points, and the Toronto Raptors held onto a big lead this time, beating the New York Knicks 90-85 on Monday night.

Knicks' Stoudemire out Monday against Raptors
The Knicks will be without Amare Stoudemire on Monday.

Knicks' Stoudemire a game-time decision
The New York Knicks will decide before their game against Toronto whether Amare Stoudemire is ready to return from a sprained left ankle.

Knicks' Stoudemire out again
New York Knicks forward Amare Stoudemire missed his second straight game Monday night against Toronto because of a sprained left ankle.

Anderson keys Magic's late rally past Raptors
Ryan Anderson scored 24 points and led a fourth-quarter rally that sent the Orlando Magic past the Toronto Raptors 102-96 on Sunday night.

Anderson sparks Magic rally in 4th (AP)

Ryan Anderson scored 24 points and led a fourth-quarter rally that sent the Orlando Magic past the Toronto Raptors 102-96 on Sunday night. The Magic trailed by as many as 16 points, but went on a 16-0 run in the final period. Orlando shot 4-for-5 on 3-pointers during the burst, with Anderson making two of them, as the Magic took a 94-88 lead with 3:05 left.

Magic rally from 16 down in fourth for W
Ryan Anderson scored 24 points and led a fourth-quarter rally that sent the Orlando Magic past the Toronto Raptors 102-96 on Sunday night.

Mavs rally past Raptors for season's first win
Reserve center Ian Mahinmi scored a career-high 19 points, Dirk Nowitzki contributed 18, and the reigning NBA champion Dallas Mavericks rallied for their first victory of the season, 99-86 over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night.

Mavs rally past Raptors for first win (AP)

Reserve center Ian Mahinmi scored a career-high 19 points, Dirk Nowitzki contributed 18, and the reigning NBA champion Dallas Mavericks rallied for their first victory of the season, 99-86 over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night. Jason Terry added 10 of his 17 points in the final quarter for the Mavericks (1-3), who hadn't started 0-4 since the 2006-07 season.

Granger tallies 21 to power Pacers past Raptors
Danny Granger scored nine of his 21 points in the fourth quarter and the Indiana Pacers beat the Raptors 90-85 on Wednesday night, spoiling Toronto's home opener.

Pacers spoil Raptors' home opener, 90-85 (AP)

Danny Granger scored nine of his 21 points in the fourth quarter and the Indiana Pacers beat the Raptors 90-85 on Wednesday night, spoiling Toronto's home opener. Paul George had 18 points, David West scored 14 and Roy Hibbert had 12 points and 10 rebounds. Darren Collison became the fifth Pacers starter to reach double figures by making a pair of free throws with 2.5 seconds left.

Raptors spoil Irving's shaky Cavs debut (AP)

Rookie Kyrie Irving scored six points and hardly played like the No. 1 overall pick as the Toronto Raptors spoiled the Cleveland guard's NBA debut with a 104-96 season-opening win over the Cavaliers on Monday night. Irving, who played just 11 games at Duke before turning pro, finished just 2 of 11 from the field -- he made a meaningless 3-pointer in the final minutes -- with seven assists and...

Irving scores only six in pro debut
Rookie Kyrie Irving scored six points and hardly played like the No. 1 overall pick as the Toronto Raptors spoiled the Cleveland guard's NBA debut with a 104-96 season-opening win over the Cavaliers on Monday night.

Irving struggles in debut as Raptors drop Cavs
Rookie Kyrie Irving scored six points and hardly played like the No. 1 overall pick as the Toronto Raptors spoiled the Cleveland guard's NBA debut with a 104-96 season-opening win over the Cavaliers on Monday night.

Raptors trying 'Pound the Rock' motto (AP)
A 1,300-pound boulder sits just inside the front door to the Toronto Raptors' dressing room, a reminder of the mentality Dwane Casey is trying to instill in his new team. Heading into what the Raptors coach is calling a "building" season, Casey has introduced a new motto: Pound the Rock.

Raptors to wear camo jerseys to honor military
The Toronto Raptors will play in camouflage jerseys in four games this upcoming season to honor Canada's military.

Rondo doles out 8 assists as Celtics nip Raptors
Greg Stiemsma tipped in the game-winning shot with 12 seconds left and the Boston Celtics held off the Toronto Raptors 76-75 Sunday in the preseason opener for both teams.

Celtics open preseason, edge Raptors
Greg Stiemsma tipped in the game-winning shot with 12 seconds left and the Boston Celtics held off the Toronto Raptors 76-75 Sunday in the preseason opener for both teams.

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Raptors add G Anthony Carter (AP)
The Toronto Raptors have agreed to terms with free-agent guard Anthony Carter. The Raptors announced the move Monday. Carter has averaged 4.9 points, 3.9 assists and 20 minutes per game over 599 regular-season games. He's made 181 starts and averaged more than 15 minutes a game in nine of his 12 seasons.

Raptors sign G Anthony Carter
The Toronto Raptors have agreed to terms with free-agent guard Anthony Carter.

Toronto Raptors sign Rasual Butler
The Toronto Raptors have signed veteran free-agent forward Rasual Butler.

Raptors sign ex-Clipper guard R. Butler to deal
The Toronto Raptors have signed veteran free-agent forward Rasual Butler

Raptors sign G Rasual Butler (AP)
The Toronto Raptors have signed veteran free-agent forward Rasual Butler The six-foot-seven shooting guard split last season between the Clippers and Chicago Bulls and started in a combined 47 games, mostly with L.A. Butler's best statistical season came in 2009-10 with the Clippers when he averaged career bests of 11.9 points and 33.0 minutes in 82 games.

Maple Leafs, Raptors sold to rival telecom giants
Canada's largest telecommunication companies have agreed to buy the NHL's Toronto Maple Leafs and NBA's Toronto Raptors in a deal worth about $1.3 billion.

Rogers buys Leafs, Raptors for $1.3B (AP)
Canada's largest telecommunication companies announced Friday they have agreed to buy the NHL's Toronto Maple Leafs and NBA's Toronto Raptors in a deal worth about $1.3 billion. Rogers Communications and BCE Inc have purchased a majority stake in Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment from the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan in one of the richest sports deal in North American history.

Rogers buys Leafs, Raptors for $1.3B (AP)
Canada's largest telecommunication companies announced Friday they have agreed to buy the NHL's Toronto Maple Leafs and NBA's Toronto Raptors in a deal worth about $1.3 billion. Rogers Communications and BCE Inc have purchased a majority stake in Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment from the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan in one of the richest sports deal in North American history.

Maple Leafs, Raptors sold to rival telecom giants
Canada's largest telecommunication companies have agreed to buy the NHL's Toronto Maple Leafs and NBA's Toronto Raptors in a deal worth about $1.3 billion.

Maple Leafs, Raptors in $1.3 billion sale
Canada's largest telecommunication companies have agreed to buy the NHL's Toronto Maple Leafs and NBA's Toronto Raptors in a deal worth about $1.3 billion.

Raptors hire Stefanski as VP of basketball ops
The Toronto Raptors have hired Ed Stefanski as executive vice president of basketball operations.

Raptors hire Stefanski as executive VP (AP)
The Toronto Raptors have hired Ed Stefanski as executive vice president of basketball operations. Stefanski was hired Wednesday. He will report to Raptors president and general manager Bryan Colangelo. Stefanski was fired last week as general manager of the Philadelphia 76ers. He had mixed results in four seasons, signing Elton Brand and Andre Iguodala to $80 million contracts and firing coach Eddie...

Fab Five's King faces trial in child support case
University of Michigan "Fab Five" member and ex-Toronto Raptors player Jimmy King is heading to trial in a child support case.

Raptors G Barbosa signs to play in native Brazil
Toronto Raptors guard Leandro Barbosa has signed a deal to play in his native Brazil.

Raptors' Barbosa signs to play in Brazil (AP)
Toronto Raptors guard Leandro Barbosa has signed a deal to play in his native Brazil. Barbosa signed with Rio de Janeiro-based club Flamengo. The deal includes a clause that would allow him to return to the NBA if the lockout ends. A statement on Flamengo's website says Barbosa signed Thursday. Details of the deal weren't released.

King of 'Fab Five' in court on child support claim
University of Michigan "Fab Five" member and ex-Toronto Raptors player Jimmy King said he is working with authorities to resolve a child support claim after being arrested earlier this month. The state says he failed to pay $17,000.

King of 'Fab Five' in court on child support claim
University of Michigan "Fab Five" member and ex-Toronto Raptors player Jimmy King said he is working with authorities to resolve a child support claim after being arrested earlier this month. The state says he failed to pay $17,000.

Barbosa will return to Raptors
Raptors guard Leandro Barbosa has exercised his contract option to return to Toronto next season.

Raptors guard Barbosa exercises '11-'12 option
Raptors guard Leandro Barbosa has exercised his contract option to return to Toronto next season.

Raptors pick up options on DeRozan, two others
The Toronto Raptors have picked up team options on guard-forward DeMar DeRozan and forwards James Johnson and Ed Davis.

3 Raptors have options picked up (AP)
The Toronto Raptors have picked up team options on guard-forward DeMar DeRozan and forwards James Johnson and Ed Davis. The club announced the moves involving all three players on Friday. DeRozan had his fourth-year option picked up after averaging 13 points, 3.4 rebounds and 28.4 minutes in his first three seasons.

Raptors hire Mavs asst. Casey as coach (AP)
Dwane Casey was hired as coach of the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday, nine days after the Dallas assistant helped the Mavericks win an NBA title. He succeeds Jay Triano, a Canadian who became a consultant after the season. Casey joins a team that went 22-60 last season and has the fifth pick in Thursday's NBA draft.

Raptors hire Mavs assistant Casey as coach
Dwane Casey was hired as coach of the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday, nine days after the Dallas assistant helped the Mavericks win an NBA title.

Raptors name Mavs assistant Casey new coach
Dwane Casey was hired as coach of the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday, nine days after the Dallas assistant helped the Mavericks win an NBA title.

Sources: Mavs assistant Casey to helm Raptors
The Toronto Raptors have reached an agreement in principle to hire Dallas Mavericks assistant Dwane Casey as their new coach, according to sources close to the situation.

Sources: Mavs' Casey favorite for Raptors job
Mavericks assistant coach Dwane Casey has emerged as the clear favorite to land the Toronto Raptors' coaching job, according to sources close to the situation.



Sources: Cheeks candidate for Raptors' opening
Lawrence Frank and Dwane Casey are on the Toronto Raptors' list of coaching candidates, but sources say there is a strong third candidate: Oklahoma City Thunder assistant coach Maurice Cheeks.

Raptors F Johnson has surgery on ankle
Toronto Raptors forward Amir Johnson has had surgery on his left ankle and is expected to be ready for training camp if there is no lockout.

Raptors' Johnson undergoes surgery to ankle
Toronto Raptors forward Amir Johnson has had surgery on his left ankle and is expected to be ready for training camp if there is no lockout.

Raptors don't exercise option on Triano
Jay Triano will not return as Toronto Raptors coach next season.

Triano out as Raptors coach, stays as consultant
The Toronto Raptors will not exercise its option on coach Jay Triano for next season, president and general manager Bryan Colangelo said Wednesday.

Raptors coach Triano won't return (AP)
Jay Triano will not return as Toronto Raptors coach next season. The Raptors announced Wednesday they will not exercise their option on Triano's contract. He will be retained as a consultant and a special assistant to president and general manager Bryan Colangelo. Triano, an Ontario native, guided the Raptors to a record of 87-142 in his three seasons as coach.

Game 82 win gave Heat home-court edge (AP)

LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh will play Game 1 of the NBA finals on their home floor. They can thank Eddie House, Juwan Howard and Jamaal Magloire for that privilege. The story goes like this: On the final night of the regular season, the Miami Heat were playing against the Toronto Raptors -- and had an eye on the Dallas Mavericks.

Jerry West joins Warriors front office (AP)

The Golden State Warriors have hired Jerry West to join the franchise's front office in an advisory role and be a member of the executive board. The Warriors announced Friday that West will work with the basketball operations staff and the business arm of the team. He will report directly to owners Joe Lacob and Peter Guber.

GM Bryan Colangelo staying with Raptors
Bryan Colangelo will remain in charge of rebuilding the Toronto Raptors.

Raptors GM Colangelo agrees to extension (AP)
Bryan Colangelo will remain in charge of rebuilding the Toronto Raptors. The team's president and general manager agreed to a multiyear contract extension with the Raptors on Tuesday. Colangelo has spent five years at the helm of Canada's lone NBA team, and his contract was set to expire on June 30.

Warriors' Curry wins sportsmanship award (AP)

Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors has won the Joe Dumars Trophy presented to the NBA player who best exemplifies sportsmanship. Curry received 88 of a possible 347 first-place votes from fellow players. Luol Deng of the Chicago Bulls was second with 84 votes and Portland's LaMarcus Aldridge was third with 56.

Heat rest Big 3 in win over Raptors (AP)

Eddie House scored a career-high 35 points, Juwan Howard added 18 and the Miami Heat beat the Toronto Raptors 97-79 on Wednesday night in the regular-season finale. With the Heat assured of the second seed in the East, Miami coach Erik Spoelstra rested LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh. The Heat also were without forward Mike Miller, who sat out the second half Sunday against Boston because...

Reserves shine as Heat crush Raptors
Eddie House scored a career-high 35 points, Juwan Howard added 18 and the Miami Heat beat the Toronto Raptors 97-79 on Wednesday night in the regular-season finale.

Raptors beat Nets to end 3-game skid (AP)

Jerryd Bayless scored 19 points, James Johnson had a season-high 18 and the Toronto Raptors beat the New Jersey Nets 99-92 on Sunday night, snapping a three-game losing streak. DeMar DeRozan and Ed Davis both scored 18 points and Julian Wright had 10 for the Raptors, who had to hold on after leading by as many as 21.

Knicks pull closer to 6th in East (AP)

Toney Douglas scored 28 points, Carmelo Anthony and Amare Stoudemire each added 23, and the New York Knicks closed within a half-game of sixth place in the Eastern Conference by routing the Toronto Raptors 131-118 on Tuesday night for their fourth straight victory. Chauncey Billups had 13 points and nine assists for the Knicks, who can move ahead of the 76ers for the No.

Raptors beat Magic to end 6-game losing streak
DeMar DeRozan scored 24 points, Jerryd Bayless had 21 and the Toronto Raptors beat the Orlando Magic 102-98 on Sunday to snap a six-game losing streak.

Raptors end 6-game skid, down Magic (AP)

DeMar DeRozan scored 24 points, Jerryd Bayless had 21 and the Toronto Raptors beat the Orlando Magic 102-98 on Sunday to snap a six-game losing streak. Leandro Barbosa added 14 points for the Raptors, James Johnson and Sonny Weems each had 11, and Reggie Evans finished with 17 rebounds. Dwight Howard had 31 points and nine rebounds and Jameer Nelson scored 21 points for the Magic, who have lost...

Rose overpowers Raptors as Bulls pad East lead
Derrick Rose had 36 points and 10 assists, and the Chicago Bulls took another step toward the top seed in the Eastern Conference with their 15th win in 17 games, hanging on to beat the short-handed Toronto Raptors 113-106 on Saturday night.

Rose scores 36, gets revenge on Raptors (AP)

Derrick Rose remembered the celebration the last time the Chicago Bulls met Toronto. He wasn't about to let the Raptors yuck it up this time. Rose had 36 points and 10 assists, and Chicago took another step toward the top seed in the Eastern Conference with its 15th victory in 17 games, hanging on to beat the short-handed Raptors 113-106 on Saturday night.

Bulls now lead Heat by 3 games in East
Derrick Rose had 36 points and 10 assists, and the Chicago Bulls took another step toward the top seed in the Eastern Conference with their 15th win in 17 games, hanging on to beat the short-handed Toronto Raptors 113-106 on Saturday night.

Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah will miss Saturday's game against the Toronto Raptors
Joakim Noah will miss his third consecutive game with an ankle injury.

Magic trudging on despite injuries (AP)
The injury bug is consuming the Orlando Magic locker room heading into the final push for the playoffs. Guards J.J. Redick, Gilbert Arenas, Chris Duhon and Quentin Richardson have spent time on the training table recently. The Magic are playing their third straight game Sunday in Toronto with just nine available players.

Bucks hand Raptors fifth straight loss (AP)

Brandon Jennings scored 25 points, Andrew Bogut and Drew Gooden both had double-doubles and the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Toronto Raptors 104-98 on Wednesday night. Gooden had 22 points and 11 rebounds and Bogut had 17 points and 10 rebounds for the Bucks, who had lost three of their previous four games.

Griffin's 22 and 16 power Clippers (AP)

Chris Kaman's return to the Clippers last month has, for the most part, had an adverse effect on Blake Griffin's rebound totals per game. Griffin was averaging 9.8 boards in the first 18 games with Kaman back in the lineup, compared to the 12.8 he had during the 7-foot center's 45-game absence.

Brooks spurs Suns past Raptors day after 3OTs
Aaron Brooks energized a tired, ailing Phoenix Suns team with 25 points, and the Phoenix Suns rallied from a 13-point third-quarter deficit to beat the Toronto Raptors 114-106 Wednesday night.

Brooks rallies tired Suns past Raptors (AP)

Aaron Brooks energized a tired, ailing Phoenix Suns team with 25 points, and the Phoenix Suns rallied from a 13-point third-quarter deficit to beat the Toronto Raptors 114-106 Wednesday night. Brooks hit the biggest shot of the game, a 3-pointer from the left corner with 54.9 seconds left to play that gave the Suns a 110-105 lead.

Nuggets click on all cylinders to thrash Raptors
Ty Lawson scored 23 points and Denver's smothering defense forced 23 turnovers, helping the Nuggets snap a two-game skid with a 123-90 rout of the Toronto Raptors on Monday night.

Nuggets force 23 turnovers, rout Raptors (AP)

Ty Lawson scored 23 points and Denver's smothering defense forced 23 turnovers, helping the Nuggets snap a two-game skid with a 123-90 rout of the Toronto Raptors on Monday night. The Nuggets raced out to a 29-point lead in the second quarter and never looked back, beating the Raptors for the seventh straight time at home.

Nuggets PG Felton won't face Raptors (AP)
Nuggets guard Raymond Felton says he won't play against the Toronto Raptors due to a sprained left ankle. Denver also will be without guard Arron Afflalo (left hamstring) on Monday against Toronto. Felton, who was acquired in the deal that sent Carmelo Anthony to the New York Knicks last month, tweaked his ankle at Orlando last Friday and sat out the next night in Miami.

Raptors stun Thunder to end 14-game road skid
Amir Johnson made a layup with 1.4 seconds left to lift the Raptors to a 95-93 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder, snapping Toronto's 14-game road losing streak.

Thunder stunned at home by lowly Raptors (AP)

Amir Johnson made a layup with 1.4 seconds left to lift the Toronto Raptors to a 95-93 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday night. Andrea Bargnani scored 23 points for the Raptors, who snapped a 14-game road losing streak with their first win away from home since Jan. 5 at Cleveland. Oklahoma City had its six-game winning streak snapped.

Bargnani, DeRozan net 63 in Raptors' win (AP)

Andrea Bargnani scored 33 points, DeMar DeRozan had 30 and the Toronto Raptors beat Washington 116-107 on Friday night, handing the hapless Wizards their 13th loss in 14 games. Jose Calderon had 17 points and Leandro Barbosa scored 15 for the Raptors, who won for just the sixth time in 31 games. Toronto had lost seven of nine.

Hamilton, Monroe help Pistons end slide (AP)

Richard Hamilton scored 24 points, Greg Monroe added 21 points and 10 rebounds, and the Detroit Pistons ended a three-game losing streak with a 107-93 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night. Toronto scored the game's first basket, but never led again. Tayshaun Prince added 22 points for the Pistons and Rodney Stuckey, Detroit's leading scorer, had a career-high 14 assists while...

Augustin has 23 as Bobcats beat Raptors (AP)

D.J. Augustin scored 23 points, Gerald Henderson had 18 and the Charlotte Bobcats beat the Toronto Raptors 95-90 Sunday, snapping a five-game road losing streak. Stephen Jackson and Boris Diaw added 15 points apiece for the Bobcats, who have won two straight after a season-high six-game slide. Andrea Bargnani had 17 points for the Raptors, bouncing back after scoring a season-low eight points in...

Majority owner may sell stake in Raptors (AP)
The company that owns the Toronto Maple Leafs and Raptors might soon be changing hands. The majority owner of Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment says it will explore the possibility of selling its 66 percent stake. In a brief release issued Saturday, the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan said it will make no further public comment on the matter.

Raptors hand Pacers sixth straight loss (AP)

Leandro Barbosa scored a season-high 29 points, Ed Davis had 12 points and 13 rebounds and the Toronto Raptors beat the Pacers 108-98 on Friday night, Indiana's fifth straight loss in Toronto. The Pacers lost their sixth straight overall and dropped into a tie with Charlotte for the final playoff spot in the East after the Bobcats beat Portland.

Barbosa, Raptors add to Pacers' recent woes
Leandro Barbosa scored a season-high 29 points, Ed Davis had 12 points and 13 rebounds and the Toronto Raptors beat the Pacers 108-98 on Friday night, Indiana's fifth straight loss in Toronto.

Jefferson sinks layup at buzzer to cap Jazz rally
Al Jefferson scored 34 points, including a game-winning layup at the buzzer, and the Utah Jazz rallied from a 14-point deficit to beat Toronto 96-94 on Wednesday, extending their winning streak over the Raptors to 12 games.

Jefferson has 34, Jazz rally by Raptors (AP)

Al Jefferson scored 34 points, including a game-winning layup at the buzzer, and the Utah Jazz rallied from a 14-point deficit to beat Toronto 96-94 on Wednesday, extending their winning streak over the Raptors to 12 games. C.J. Miles and Devin Harris each scored 23 points for Utah, which has not lost to the Raptors since a 98-86 defeat in Toronto on Dec.

Mavs' Stojakovic won't play vs. Hornets (AP)
Peja Stojakovic has been scratched from Dallas' lineup for Wednesday night's game against New Orleans because of back spasms. It would have been Stojakovic's first chance to play in New Orleans since the Hornets traded him to Toronto in November. Stojakovic has a history of back problems and says he had a flare up on Tuesday.

Nets nab wild 3OT win, sweep Raptors in London
Travis Outlaw scored the final eight points for New Jersey to help the Nets beat the Toronto Raptors 137-136 in triple overtime Saturday night and sweep the NBA's European doubleheader.

Nets sweep London series in three OTs
Travis Outlaw scored the final eight points for New Jersey to help the Nets beat the Toronto Raptors 137-136 in triple overtime Saturday night and sweep the NBA's European doubleheader.

Nets win in 3OT to sweep London series (AP)

Travis Outlaw scored the final eight points for New Jersey to help the Nets beat the Toronto Raptors 137-136 in triple overtime Saturday night and sweep the NBA's European doubleheader. Outlaw made two free throws with 12.6 seconds remaining to put the Nets ahead for good and Andrea Bargnani missed a jumper at the buzzer.

Nets win in Europe's first NBA game (AP)

Brook Lopez scored 25 points as New Jersey ended a six-game losing streak with a 116-103 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Friday in the first regular-season NBA game played in Europe. Deron Williams added 16 points and 11 assists at the O2 Arena despite playing with injuries to both hands -- a strained right wrist and bruised left hand.

Nets knock off Raptors in London
Brook Lopez scored 25 points and New Jersey ended a six-game losing streak with a 116-103 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Friday in the first regular-season NBA game played in Europe.

Lopez, Williams lift Nets over Raptors in London
Brook Lopez scored 25 points to help send New Jersey to a 116-103 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Friday in the first regular-season NBA game played in Europe. The Nets ended a six-game losing streak.

Williams to play vs. Raptors in London
New Jersey Nets point guard Deron Williams says he will play despite a hand injury against the Toronto Raptors on Friday in the NBA's first regular-season game in Europe.

Raptors beat Hornets for rare win (AP)

Jose Calderon had 22 points and 16 assists, DeMar DeRozan scored 17 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the New Orleans Hornets 96-90 Tuesday night for just their fourth win in 24 games. Returning to the lineup after missing Sunday's loss to Dallas with flulike symptoms, Andrea Bargnani scored 14 points for Toronto, which also got 14 from Sonny Weems and 13 from James Johnson.

Dirk's 31 help Mavs win sixth straight (AP)

Dirk Nowitzki had 31 points and 13 rebounds, Shawn Marion scored 20 points and the Dallas Mavericks won their sixth straight game, beating the Toronto Raptors 114-96 on Sunday. Jason Terry scored 19 points for the Mavericks, who have won 16 of 17, including nine of 10 on the road. Dallas came in having lost two straight against the Raptors, but won for the 12th in 15 meetings.

Dirk nets double-double as Mavericks stay hot
Dirk Nowitzki had 31 points and 13 rebounds, Shawn Marion scored 20 points and the Dallas Mavericks won their sixth straight game, beating the Toronto Raptors 114-96 on Sunday.

Mavericks survive late Wizards surge
The Dallas Mavericks thought it was business as usual. Up nine against the sad-sack Washington Wizards with four minutes to play, it was time to think about Sunday night's game in Toronto.

Suns win 13th straight over Raptors (AP)

Vince Carter scored 17 points, Marcin Gortat had 17 points and 11 rebounds and the Phoenix Suns won their 13th straight over Toronto, beating the Raptors 110-92 on Friday night. Channing Frye scored 16 points and Steve Nash had 11 assists, seven points and seven rebounds for the Suns, who have won six of eight on the road and nine of 11 overall.

DeRozan, Raptors spoil Noah's return, top Bulls
Andrea Bargnani and DeMar DeRozan each scored 24 points, Jose Calderon had 17 assists and the Toronto Raptors beat the Bulls 118-113 on Wednesday night, snapping Chicago's four-game winning streak and spoiling Joakim Noah's return from thumb surgery.

Raptors spoil Noah's return, beat Bulls (AP)

Andrea Bargnani and DeMar DeRozan each scored 24 points, Jose Calderon had 17 assists and the Toronto Raptors beat the Bulls 118-113 on Wednesday night, snapping Chicago's four-game winning streak and spoiling Joakim Noah's return from thumb surgery. Derrick Rose scored 19 of his 32 points in the fourth quarter and had 10 assists, and Carlos Boozer had 24 for the Bulls, who had won 10 of...

DeMar DeRozan of Toronto Raptors slams 'prop dunk contest'
Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan vows he's finished competing in the NBA's slam dunk contest unless the myriad of props that dominated Saturday's event are eliminated.

Noah to start for Bulls vs. Raptors
Sidelined for more than two months by a torn ligament in his right thumb, Joakim Noah will return to the Chicago Bulls' lineup when they visit Toronto on Wednesday.

DeRozan done with 'prop dunk contest'
Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan vows he's finished competing in the NBA's slam dunk contest unless the myriad of props that dominated Saturday's event are eliminated.

Bobcats win despite losing S. Jackson to injury
D.J. Augustin had 23 points and eight assists and the Charlotte Bobcats cruised past the listless Toronto Raptors 114-101 Tuesday night despite losing top scorer Stephen Jackson to a strained left hamstring.

Bobcats lose Jackson in win over Raptors (AP)

D.J. Augustin had 23 points and eight assists and the Charlotte Bobcats cruised past the listless Toronto Raptors 114-101 Tuesday night despite losing top scorer Stephen Jackson to a strained left hamstring. Gerald Wallace added 20 points and Boris Diaw added 16 points and nine assists for the Bobcats, who took control with a dominant second quarter before Jackson got hurt midway through the third.

Raptors acquire F Johnson from Bulls (AP)
The Toronto Raptors are getting even younger by acquiring second-year forward James Johnson from the Chicago Bulls for a first-round pick in this year's draft. General manager Bryan Colangelo says the Raptors have been eyeing Johnson since the 2009 draft. The former Wake Forest player went to the Bulls with the 16th pick.

Sources: James Johnson traded from Chicago Bulls to Toronto Raptors for pick
The Chicago Bulls have sent James Johnson to the Toronto Raptors for a future second round pick, sources told ESPN The Magazine's Ric Bucher.

Chicago Bulls' Joakim Noah to start Wednesday against Toronto Raptors
Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah, who missed 30 games after thumb surgery, will start against the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday.

Chicago Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau said Joakim Noah will return to action on Wednesday
As expected, Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah will return to action in Toronto on Wednesday after missing 30 games with thumb surgery, coach Tom Thibodeau confirmed Monday in a wide-ranging interview with ESPN Chicago.

Bosh enjoys being the bad guy in Toronto
Bosh returns to Toronto and Heat return to bad-guy roles.

LeBron James on Cleveland Cavaliers' upset of Los Angeles Lakers: Good for them
Following their 103-95 victory over the Toronto Raptors Wednesday night, LeBron James and several of his Heat teammates stayed in the visitor's locker room at Air Canada Centre to watch the final minutes of the Cavs' upset of the Lakers in Cleveland.

Wade, LeBron lead Heat over Raptors
Dwyane Wade scored 28 points, LeBron James had 23 points, 13 rebounds and eight assists and the Miami Heat beat the Toronto Raptors 103-95 Wednesday night.

Bosh scores 25 against old team as Heat cruise
Dwyane Wade scored 28 points, LeBron James had 23 points, 13 rebounds and eight assists and the Miami Heat beat the Toronto Raptors 103-95 Wednesday night.

Bosh helps Heat win in return to Toronto (AP)

Dwyane Wade scored 28 points, LeBron James had 23 points, 13 rebounds and eight assists and the Miami Heat beat the Toronto Raptors 103-95 Wednesday night. Chris Bosh scored 25 points against his former team as the Raptors lost their 17th game in 19. Andrea Bargnani scored 17 of his 38 points in the fourth quarter and DeMar DeRozan finished with 24 but the Raptors never led after the first six...

Heat travel to Toronto to face Raptors
Heat take on Raptors in Bosh's return to Canada.

Bargnani's 27 help Raptors beat Clippers (AP)

Andrea Bargnani scored 27 points, Ed Davis had 13 points and a career-high 14 rebounds and the Toronto Raptors beat the Los Angeles Clippers 98-93 on Sunday night. DeMar DeRozan scored 17 points, Leandro Barbosa had 11 and Sonny Weems 10 for the Raptors, who had lost 16 of their previous 17. Jose Calderon had 10 points and 11 assists as Toronto won its fifth straight over the Clippers.

Bargnani, Raptors extend Clippers' struggles
Andrea Bargnani scored 27 points, Ed Davis had 13 points and a career-high 14 rebounds and the Toronto Raptors beat the Los Angeles Clippers 98-93 on Sunday night.

Aldridge scores 37, Blazers beat Raptors (AP)

LaMarcus Aldridge scored 14 of his 37 points in the fourth quarter, Rudy Fernandez had 23 and the Portland Trail Blazers won their third straight game, beating the skidding Toronto Raptors 102-96 on Friday night. Coming off a career-high 42 points in Monday's win over Chicago, Aldridge shot 14 for 25 and grabbed 10 rebounds.

Aldridge (37 points) lifts Blazers over Raptors
LaMarcus Aldridge scored 14 of his 37 points in the fourth quarter, Rudy Fernandez had 23 and the Portland Trail Blazers won their third straight game, beating the Toronto Raptors 102-96 on Friday night.

Blair, NBA-best Spurs knock off hapless Raptors
DeJuan Blair matched a career high by scoring 16 of his 28 points in the fourth quarter, George Hill had 18 points and the San Antonio Spurs won their fourth straight game, beating the Toronto Raptors 111-100 on Wednesday night.

Blair's 28 help Spurs rally by Raptors (AP)

Even though they knew it was coming, the Toronto Raptors were still powerless to stop a fourth-quarter surge by the San Antonio Spurs. DeJuan Blair matched a career high by scoring 16 of his 28 points in the fourth, George Hill had 18 points and the Spurs won their fourth straight game, beating the Raptors 111-100 Wednesday night.

Bucks extend Raptors' road skid to 10 (AP)

John Salmons returned to the starting lineup for the first time in three weeks and scored 17 points to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to a 92-74 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night. Corey Maggette added 16 points and nine rebounds for Milwaukee, which snapped its four-game losing streak. Toronto lost its 10th straight road game.

Raptors sign Trey Johnson to 10-day deal (AP)
The Toronto Raptors have signed guard Trey Johnson to a second 10-day contract. Johnson signed his original 10-day contract Jan. 26. He has averaged 4.0 points and 1.6 assists in five games with Toronto. Johnson is the leading scorer in the NBA Development League this season. He's averaging 25.8 points a game for the Bakersfield Jam.

Bargnani's 30 helps Raptors end 13-game slide
Andrea Bargnani scored 30 points, DeMar DeRozan had 20 and the Toronto Raptors snapped a 13-game losing streak Friday, beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 111-100.

Raptors snap 13-game skid, top Wolves (AP)

Andrea Bargnani scored 30 points, DeMar DeRozan had 20 and the Toronto Raptors snapped a 13-game losing streak Friday, beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 111-100. Amir Johnson had 19 points and 12 rebounds, Sonny Weems scored 16 and Jose Calderon tied his career-high with 19 assists as the Raptors won for the first time since a home victory over Sacramento on Jan.

Raptors' Kleiza to miss rest of season
Linas Kleiza could miss up to a year after the Toronto Raptors forward had surgery to repair cartilage damage in his right knee.

Linas Kleiza of Toronto Raptors has microfracture surgery, could miss year
Linas Kleiza could miss up to a year after the Raptors forward had surgery to repair cartilage damage in his right knee.

Johnson's season-high 37 points help Hawks roll
Joe Johnson scored a season-high 37 points, Josh Smith had 18 points and 11 rebounds, and the Atlanta Hawks beat Toronto 100-87 Wednesday night for the Raptors' 13th straight loss.

Hawks send Raptors to 13th straight loss (AP)

Joe Johnson scored a season-high 37 points, Josh Smith had 18 points and 11 rebounds, and the Atlanta Hawks beat Toronto 100-87 Wednesday night for the Raptors' 13th straight loss. The Hawks have won two of three and five of eight. Toronto's losing streak is the team's longest since it dropped 13 in a row from Feb.

Storm-stranded Toronto Raptors finally escape Indianapolis
The Toronto Raptors finally escaped Indianapolis on Wednesday after being stuck there since Monday night because of the winter storm that has swept the nation.

Toronto Raptors stuck in Indianapolis due to winter storm
The Raptors are staying in Indianapolis after their game against the Pacers on Monday night because a huge winter storm developing in the midwest caused their flight to be canceled.

Vogel wins coaching debut as Pacers tip Raptors
Roy Hibbert had 24 points and 11 rebounds to help Indiana beat the Toronto Raptors 104-93 Monday night in Frank Vogel's debut as Pacers interim coach.

Pacers beat Raptors in Vogel's debut (AP)

Roy Hibbert had 24 points and 11 rebounds to help Indiana beat the Toronto Raptors 104-93 Monday night in Frank Vogel's debut as Pacers interim coach. The 37-year-old Vogel replaced Jim O'Brien, who was fired on Sunday. Vogel said he would allow Hibbert to play through his mistakes, and the 7-foot-2 center rewarded his new coach with his highest-scoring game since Nov.

Love's 42nd double-double lifts Timberwolves
Kevin Love had his NBA-leading 42nd double-double of the season with 21 points and 12 rebounds, and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat Toronto 103-87 on Saturday night to send the Raptors to their 11th straight loss.

Wolves hand Raptors 11th straight loss (AP)

Kevin Love had his NBA-leading 42nd double-double of the season with 21 points and 12 rebounds, and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat Toronto 103-87 on Saturday night to send the Raptors to their 11th straight loss. The Timberwolves, last in the NBA in defense, held Toronto to 33.7 percent shooting -- the lowest this season for both sides.

Bucks win in OT, Raptors' slide hits 10 (AP)

Andrew Bogut figured his Milwaukee Bucks were owed a lucky bounce. They got a big one Friday night. Corey Maggette hit a tiebreaking 3-pointer in the final minute of overtime and the Bucks beat Toronto 116-110, handing the Raptors their 10th straight loss. Maggette's decisive basket bounced on the rim, leaving him anxiously watching and waiting for it to fall through.

Maggette, Bucks hand Raptors 10th straight loss
Corey Maggette hit a tiebreaking 3-pointer in the final minute of overtime and the Milwaukee Bucks beat Toronto 116-110 on Friday night, handing the Raptors their 10th straight loss.

Speights helps Sixers win third straight (AP)

Marreese Speights scored 17 of his season-high 23 points in the second quarter, Jrue Holiday had 15 points and 11 assists, and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Toronto Raptors 107-94 on Wednesday night. Andre Iguodala and Lou Williams each scored 15 and Elton Brand had 14 as the 76ers won their third straight, matching a season high.

Gay's late shot lifts Memphis by Raptors (AP)

Rudy Gay hit a tiebreaking jump shot with less than a second to play, Zach Randolph had 17 points and 12 rebounds and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Toronto Raptors 100-98 on Monday night. Gay scored 21 points, Marc Gasol had 17, O.J. Mayo had 15 and Mike Conley 13 for the Grizzlies, who won their third straight, a season high.

Mavericks add sharpshooter Stojakovic (AP)
The Dallas Mavericks have added sharpshooter Peja Stojakovic. Stojakovic was waived Thursday by Toronto. He's played only eight games this season with the Raptors and New Orleans Hornets because of knee problems. Dallas is hoping Stojakovic -- who has averaged 17.2 points per game over his career -- can replace some of the scoring punch lost when Caron Butler went down with a season-ending...

Dwyane Wade of Miami Heat practices amid recovery from migraines
Heat guard Dwyane Wade continues to battle migraine headaches after sitting out Saturday night's game against Toronto.

Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban details dealings with Toronto Raptors, expects transactions to be approved
Mavericks owner Mark Cuban details dealings with Toronto, expects transactions to be approved

Heat end 4-game skid without Wade, Bosh (AP)

Mike Miller came into Saturday with exactly zero points at home this season. He now has 32. Getting his long-awaited Miami breakout game, Miller scored 22 points in the second quarter alone, helping the Heat beat the Toronto Raptors 120-103 to snap a four-game slide. LeBron James finished with 38 points and 11 rebounds for Miami, which played without Dwyane Wade (migraine) and Chris Bosh (left ankle...

James, Miller combine for 70 to lift limping Heat
LeBron James had 38 points and 11 rebounds, Mike Miller scored 22 of his 32 points in the second quarter, and the Miami Heat beat the Toronto Raptors 120-103 on Saturday night to end a four-game slide.

LeBron, Miller help Heat end 4-game skid
LeBron James had 38 points and 11 rebounds, Mike Miller scored 22 of his 32 points in the second quarter, and the Miami Heat beat the Toronto Raptors 120-103 on Saturday night to end a four-game slide.

Wade, Bosh sit out against Raptors (AP)
Dwyane Wade's headache is the latest headache for the Miami Heat. Wade was ruled out of Saturday's game against the Toronto Raptors after spending the day dealing with a migraine, and forward Chris Bosh will miss the matchup against his former club with a sprained left ankle. So with Wade and Bosh out, Miami's "Big 3" will be down to one -- LeBron James, the two-time reigning...

Howard has 31 and 19 as Magic cruise (AP)

Dwight Howard had 31 points and 19 rebounds, helping the Orlando Magic rout the reeling Toronto Raptors 112-72 on Friday night. Ryan Anderson added 21 points for Orlando, which avenged a four-point home loss to the Raptors in November. Howard earned his 31st double-double of the season, J.J. Redick scored 12 points and Brandon Bass finished with 10.

Howard, Magic doom Raptors to 6th loss in row
Dwight Howard had 31 points and 19 rebounds, helping the Orlando Magic rout the reeling Toronto Raptors 112-72 on Friday night.

Bosh unlikely to face Raptors on Saturday
Heat forward Chris Bosh is unlikely to play when Miami hosts the Toronto Raptors on Saturday.

Chris Bosh of Miami Heat misses practice, remains doubtful
Heat forward Chris Bosh is unlikely to play when Miami hosts the Toronto Raptors on Saturday.

Sources: Toronto Raptors, Peja Stojakovic close to buyout terms
The Toronto Raptors and Peja Stojakovic are close to completing a buyout that will put the former All-Star sharpshooter on the open market, according to sources close to the situation.

Raptors buy out contract of Stojakovic
The Toronto Raptors have completed a buyout of Peja Stojakovic's contract, making the former All-star forward a free agent.

Raptors buy out contract of Stojakovic (AP)
The Toronto Raptors have completed a buyout of Peja Stojakovic's contract, making the former All-star forward a free agent. Stojakovic was acquired from New Orleans in November and played just two games for the Raptors before being sidelined with a knee injury. The Raptors had acknowledged after the deal that they would consider a buyout if they were unable to trade him.

Jennings out of dunk contest, DeRozan in
Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan is replacing Milwaukee's injured Brandon Jennings in the NBA slam dunk contest.

DeMar DeRozan replacing Brandon Jennings in NBA slam dunk contest
Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan is replacing Milwaukee's injured Brandon Jennings in the NBA slam dunk contest.

Spurs upend Raptors to continue best-ever start
DeJuan Blair had 22 points and 11 rebounds to help the San Antonio Spurs rally from an 11-point halftime deficit to beat the Toronto Raptors 104-95 on Wednesday night for their seventh straight victory.

Blair keys Spurs' seventh straight win (AP)

DeJuan Blair had 22 points and 11 rebounds to help the San Antonio Spurs rally from an 11-point halftime deficit to beat the Toronto Raptors 104-95 on Wednesday night for their seventh straight victory. Manu Ginobili scored 23 points and Tony Parker added 17 for the Spurs, who improved their NBA-best record to 36-6, their best ever after 42 games.

Hornets avoid Raptors' upset bid behind West
David West's clutch shooting and defense in the final minutes helped the Hornets survive an upset bid by the Toronto Raptors.

Hornets beat Raptors, extend run to 5 (AP)

David West had 23 points and 10 rebounds, and the New Orleans Hornets won their fifth straight, 85-81 over the Toronto Raptors on Monday. West's jumper with 31.7 seconds left put New Orleans ahead 83-81. He then preserved the lead with a block on Amir Johnson in the paint, got the rebound, was fouled and hit two free throws for the final margin.

Linas Kleiza of Toronto Raptors out; New Orleans Hornets' Marco Belinelli returns
Toronto's Linas Kleiza has been scratched from the starting lineup with a sore right knee for Monday's game against the New Orleans Hornets.

Young's big 3rd quarter keys Wizards win (AP)

Nick Young had his second big home game in a row, scoring 18 of his 29 points in the third quarter Saturday night as the Washington Wizards beat the Toronto Raptors 98-95. Young didn't match the 43 he posted against Sacramento four nights earlier, but he again ignited a Wizards team that continues to look decent at home and terrible on the road.

Leandro Barbosa (hamstring) of Toronto Raptors to miss 1-2 weeks
Toronto Raptors guard Leandro Barbosa is expected to miss one to two weeks with a strained right hamstring.

Injured Raptors G Barbosa out 1-2 weeks (AP)
Toronto Raptors guard Leandro Barbosa is expected to miss one to two weeks with a strained right hamstring. Coach Jay Triano said Barbosa will not play on the Raptors' five-game road trip, which began Saturday night at Washington. Barbosa was hurt in the final seconds of the first half of Friday night's loss to Detroit.

Barbosa injures hammy, out 1-2 weeks
Toronto Raptors guard Leandro Barbosa is expected to miss one to two weeks with a strained right hamstring.

McGrady scores 22, Pistons beat Raptors (AP)

Tracy McGrady scored 22 points, Rodney Stuckey had 19 and the Detroit Pistons beat the Toronto Raptors 101-95 Friday night. Charlie Villanueva had 16 points and eight rebounds while rookie Greg Monroe scored 12 for the Pistons, who had lost five of their last six games. Chris Wilcox had 12 rebounds and four points.

Raptors sign G Sundiata Gaines (AP)
The Toronto Raptors have signed Sundiata Gaines to a 10-day contract. The 6-foot-1 guard played in college at Georgia and has spent time in the NBA with Minnesota and Utah. He also spent time with the Idaho Stampede of the NBA's development league last season. Gaines was released by the Timberwolves on Jan.

Bibby's late 3, Crawford big night propel Hawks
Mike Bibby made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 8.2 seconds left, Jamal Crawford scored a season-high 36 points, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Toronto Raptors 104-101 on Wednesday night for their fifth straight victory.

Crawford's 36 points lift surging Hawks (AP)

Mike Bibby made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 8.2 seconds left, Jamal Crawford scored a season-high 36 points, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Toronto Raptors 104-101 on Wednesday night for their fifth straight victory. Joe Johnson scored 26 points and Al Horford had 10 points and 13 rebounds for the Hawks, who have won nine of their past 11 meetings with the Raptors.

Bargnani, DeRozan lead Raptors by Kings (AP)

With Tyreke Evans injured, the Sacramento Kings couldn't find anyone able to stop DeMar DeRozan. DeRozan scored 28 points, Andrea Bargnani had 30 and the Toronto Raptors beat Sacramento 118-112 on Sunday, handing the Kings their 10th straight road loss. "(DeRozan) was too quick for the players we had available and he took advantage of it," Kings coach Paul Westphal said.

Tyreke Evans of Sacramento Kings sidelined by sprained ankle against Toronto Raptors
Kings guard Tyreke Evans missed Sunday's game against the Raptors with a sprained left ankle, just the third game the NBA's reigning Rookie of the Year has missed this season.

Harangody's 1st double-double paces Celts' rout
Rookie Luke Harangody had career highs with 17 points and 11 rebounds for his first NBA double-double, and the Boston Celtics earned the 3,000th victory in franchise history, beating the Toronto Raptors 122-102 on Friday night.

Harangody's double-double keys Celts win (AP)

Rookie Luke Harangody had career highs with 17 points and 11 rebounds for his first NBA double-double, and the Boston Celtics earned the 3,000th victory in franchise history, beating the Toronto Raptors 122-102 on Friday night. Harangody, a rookie from Notre Dame, had never played more than 16 minutes in a game.

Injured G Gibson not with Cavs for trip (AP)
Cavaliers guard Daniel Gibson has a sprained ankle. He did not travel with the team as it embarked on a five-game road trip. Gibson was injured during the third quarter of Wednesday's 120-105 loss to Toronto, the Cavaliers' eighth straight and 18th in 19 games. It's not yet known how long Gibson, averaging 13.7 points, will be sidelined.

Raptors waive F Dupree (AP)
Forward Ronald Dupree has been waived by the Toronto Raptors. The 6-foot-7, 210-pound journeyman was re-signed by the Raptors on Dec. 26 and appeared in three games, recording three rebounds and two points in 13 minutes. Dupree played for the Raptors in the summer league and attended this season's training camp.

Raptors end 11-game skid in Cleveland (AP)

Andrea Bargnani scored 25, Leandro Barbosa added 22 and Jose Calderon had a season-high 17 assists and the Toronto Raptors ended an 11-game losing streak in Cleveland with a 120-105 win Wednesday night over the miserable Cavaliers. Calderon added 20 points and Julian Wright 15 for Toronto, which snapped a three-game losing streak and won for just the fourth time in 16 games.

Cavs starter Parker out with back issue (AP)
Cavaliers starting forward Anthony Parker is not playing because of "a back issue." Parker, the only Cleveland player to start in all 34 games, will not play in Wednesday's game against Toronto. Coach Byron Scott said Parker's back has been bothering him for a few days and that if stiffened up after the morning shootaround.

Bulls win for 14th time in 16 games (AP)
Luol Deng scored 24 points and the surging Chicago Bulls beat the Toronto Raptors 111-91 on Tuesday night. Derrick Rose added 19 points and six assists for the Bulls, who have won five straight and 14 of 16. Reserve Taj Gibson had 16 points and 14 rebounds, helping Chicago to a 44-33 edge on the glass and a 58-38 advantage in points in the paint.

Andrea Bargnani, Jerryd Bayless return to Toronto Raptors' lineup
Andrea Bargnani and Jerryd Bayless are back in the Toronto Raptors' lineup.

Bargnani, Bayless return for Raptors (AP)
Italy's Andrea Bargnani is back in the Toronto Raptors' lineup. Bargnani started Tuesday against the Chicago Bulls after missing four games with sore left calf. Toronto coach Jay Triano says he will monitor Bargnani's minutes. The 7-foot (2.13-meter) Bargnani is averaging 21.2 points. Before Tuesday's game, the Raptors had lost 11 of 14.

Pierce drops 30 as Celtics win in Rondo's return
Paul Pierce scored 30 points, Ray Allen had 23 and the Boston Celtics beat the Toronto Raptors 93-79 on Sunday night.

Rondo returns, Celtics beat Raptors (AP)

Paul Pierce scored 30 points, Ray Allen had 23 and the Boston Celtics beat the Toronto Raptors 93-79 on Sunday night. Glenn Davis added 15 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists as Boston won for the 10th time in 11 meetings with Toronto. Pierce was disappointed with himself after scoring just 12 points and making a season-high six turnovers in Friday's 83-81 loss to New Orleans.

Rondo quiet as Celtics top Raptors
Paul Pierce scored 30 points, Ray Allen had 23 and the Boston Celtics beat the Toronto Raptors 93-79 on Sunday night.

Boston Celtics get some help as Rajon Rondo plays vs. Toronto Raptors
After missing seven straight games, Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo returned to the starting lineup Sunday evening against the Toronto Raptors.

Budinger, Martin lead Rockets by Raptors (AP)

Reserve guard Chase Budinger scored a season-high 22 points, Kevin Martin added 20 and the Houston Rockets beat the Toronto Raptors 114-105 on Friday night. Rookie Patrick Patterson set career highs in points (15) and rebounds (10) for the Rockets, who have won eight of their last 10. Houston shook off a poor first quarter to shoot 48 percent (44 of 91) and win for the ninth time in 10 home games.

Raptors take down short-handed Mavs
Rookie Ed Davis and the short-handed Toronto Raptors took advantage of the injury absence of All-Star Dirk Nowitzki to pull off one of the season's biggest upsets.

Davis' career-high 17 helps Raptors upset Mavs
Rookie Ed Davis scored a career-high 17 points and pulled down 12 rebounds, Linas Kleiza and DeMar DeRozan added 16 points apiece, and the short-handed Toronto Raptors pulled off an 84-76 upset of the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night.

Injury-ravaged Raptors stun Mavericks (AP)

Rookie Ed Davis scored a career-high 17 points and pulled down 12 rebounds, Linas Kleiza and DeMar DeRozan added 16 points apiece, and the short-handed Toronto Raptors pulled off an 84-76 upset of the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night. The Raptors were missing several key players, but took advantage of the injury absence of Dallas' top scorer, Dirk Nowitzki.

Jose Calderon of Toronto Raptors out against Mavs with ankle injury
Starting guard Jose Calderon became the latest addition to the Toronto Raptors' injury list when he missed the game against the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night with a sore ankle.

Mavs' Nowitzki day to day after injury
Mavericks star Dirk Nowitzki has a sprained right knee and will miss Tuesday night's game against Toronto.

Calderon adds to Raptors' injury woes (AP)
Starting guard Jose Calderon became the latest addition to the Toronto Raptors' injury list when he missed the game against the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night with a sore ankle. Jerryd Bayless started for Calderon, who was hurt Monday in a 96-85 loss at Memphis. Calderon is averaging 9.9 points.

Nowitzki out 1 game with sprained knee (AP)
Mavericks star Dirk Nowitzki has a sprained right knee and will miss Tuesday night's game against Toronto. Team spokeswoman Sarah Melton said an MRI revealed the sprain and Nowitzki is day to day. Nowitzki was injured in the second quarter of Monday night's 103-93 victory at Oklahoma City. He came up limping after falling awkwardly when he was fouled.

Randolph, Grizzlies shed early funk, top Raptors
Zach Randolph scored 15 of his 21 points in the second half and the Memphis Grizzlies woke up from a slow start to beat the Toronto Raptors 96-85 on Monday night.

Hamilton's season-high 35 points carry Pistons
Richard Hamilton scored a season-high 35 points, Rodney Stuckey had 21 and the Detroit Pistons beat Toronto 115-93 on Wednesday night, snapping a five-game losing streak against the Raptors.

Hamilton scores 35, Pistons rout Raptors (AP)

Richard Hamilton scored a season-high 35 points, Rodney Stuckey had 21 and the Detroit Pistons beat Toronto 115-93 on Wednesday night, snapping a five-game losing streak against the Raptors. The Pistons fell one point shy of matching a season high and ended an eight-game road skid, winning away from home for the first time since Nov.

Andrea Bargnani of Toronto Raptors out vs. Los Angeles Lakers with ankle injury
Raptors center Andrea Bargnani didn't dress for Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers because of a sore right ankle.

Lakers travel to face Raptors
The Lakers take their four-game win streak to Toronto.

Witz redirect lakers lethargic in Toronto
Lakers look lethargic while grinding out a win in Toronto

Lakers win fifth in a row, beat Raptors (AP)

At the end of a long road trip, the Los Angeles Lakers got a welcome boost from the bench. Kobe Bryant scored 20 points, Pau Gasol had 19 and the Los Angeles Lakers won their fifth straight game Sunday, beating the Toronto Raptors 120-110. The Lakers got 57 points from their reserves, including a season-high 16 from Andrew Bynum, who played his fourth game after returning from offseason surgery on...

Lakers knock off Raptors for 5th straight win
Kobe Bryant scored 20 points, Pau Gasol had 19 and the Los Angeles Lakers won their fifth straight game Sunday, beating the Toronto Raptors 120-110.

Lakers down Raptors to wrap road trip
Kobe Bryant scored 20 points, Pau Gasol had 19 and the Los Angeles Lakers won their fifth straight game Sunday, beating the Toronto Raptors 120-110.

Bargnani scores 32 as Raptors knock off Nets
Andrea Bargnani had 32 points and nine rebounds and Toronto beat New Jersey for the sixth straight time, 98-92 Friday night.

Raptors top Nets for sixth straight time (AP)

Andrea Bargnani had 32 points and nine rebounds and Toronto beat New Jersey for the sixth straight time, 98-92 Friday night. Linas Kleiza had 18 points and matched his career-high with 12 rebounds, Jose Calderon returned from a four-game absence to put up 15 points and 14 assists for Toronto. The Raptors had lost two straight and six of their previous seven.

Sources: Chicago Bulls concerned by Joakim Noah's hand injury
Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah is expected to play Wednesday against the Toronto Raptors despite ongoing issues with his right hand.

Boozer scores 34, Bulls extend run to 7 (AP)

Carlos Boozer had a season-high 34 points and 12 rebounds, and the Chicago Bulls won their seventh straight game by beating the Toronto Raptors 110-93 on Wednesday night. Luol Deng added 19 points, Joakim Noah had 11 points and 11 rebounds and Derrick Rose dished out 11 assists for the Bulls, who never trailed and led by as many as 29.

Pistons trounce Hawks, end 4-game skid (AP)

The Detroit Pistons had one of the biggest meltdowns in franchise history Saturday night. On Tuesday, they weren't going to let it happen again. In their first game since blowing a 25-point lead in an embarrassing loss to Toronto, the Pistons held off a third-quarter rally before pulling away for a 103-80 victory over the Atlanta Hawks.

Bobcats shake Jackson's off night to top Raptors
Nazr Mohammed had 18 points and eight rebounds, Tyrus Thomas hit the go-ahead jumper with just over a minute left, and the Charlotte Bobcats overcame Stephen Jackson's poor night to beat the Toronto Raptors 97-91 on Tuesday night.

Bobcats' bench keys win over Raptors (AP)

Nazr Mohammed had 18 points and eight rebounds, Tyrus Thomas hit the go-ahead jumper with just over a minute left, and the Charlotte Bobcats overcame Stephen Jackson's poor night to beat the Toronto Raptors 97-91 on Tuesday night. With Jackson held to seven points before fouling out, reserves played key roles as the Bobcats snapped a two-game skid.

Chicago Bulls' Tom Thibodeau expects Derrick Rose (wrist) to play vs. Toronto Raptors
The Chicago Bulls' Tom Thibodeau expects Derrick Rose to play against the Toronto Raptors.

Bulls G Rose day-to-day with injuries (AP)
Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose is listed as day-to-day after suffering multiple injuries in a win over the Indiana Pacers. Rose has a sprained right wrist, a bruised right elbow and a sore right hip after Monday's game. He will be in Toronto for Wednesday's game against the Raptors. Coach Tom Thibodeau said that he anticipates Rose will play, but if he can't C.J.

Raptors stun Pistons with franchise-best rally
Jerryd Bayless matched a career high with 31 points and the Toronto Raptors pulled off the biggest comeback in franchise history, beating the Detroit Pistons 120-116 on Saturday night.

Raptors' 25-point comeback a team record (AP)

Jerryd Bayless matched a career high with 31 points and the Toronto Raptors pulled off the biggest comeback in franchise history, beating the Detroit Pistons 120-116 on Saturday night. Toronto overcame a 25-point second-half deficit to end a four-game losing streak. The victory was just the Raptors' third of the season on the road.

Karl earns 1,000th win as Nuggets edge Raptors
George Karl earned his 1,000th coaching victory, as Al Harrington scored a season-high 31 points and Nene added 26 to help the Denver Nuggets hold off the Toronto Raptors 123-116 on Friday night.

Karl becomes seventh to reach 1,000 wins (AP)

George Karl earned his 1,000th coaching victory, as Al Harrington scored a season-high 31 points and Nene added 26 to help the Denver Nuggets hold off the Toronto Raptors 123-116 on Friday night. The seventh coach in NBA history with 1,000 wins, Karl also notched his 900th in Toronto, a 114-107 victory on Dec.

Nuggets hold on for Karl's 1,000th win
George Karl earned his 1,000th coaching victory, as Al Harrington scored a season-high 31 points and Nene added 26 to help the Denver Nuggets hold off the Toronto Raptors 123-116 on Friday night.

Amare, Felton power Knicks to 6th straight win
Raymond Felton's tiebreaking 3-pointer bounced on the rim five times and finally went in with 2.7 seconds left, giving the New York Knicks a 113-110 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night that extended their winning streak to six.

Felton 3 gives Knicks sixth straight win (AP)

Raymond Felton's tiebreaking 3-pointer bounced on the rim five times and finally went in with 2.7 seconds left, giving the New York Knicks a 113-110 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night that extended their winning streak to six. Amare Stoudemire extended his 30-point streak to six games in sensational fashion, scoring 18 of his 34 points in the fourth quarter and grabbing 14...

Celtics win eighth straight, 'Melo sits (AP)

Ray Allen scored 28 points Wednesday night as the Boston Celtics took advantage of an injury to Carmelo Anthony and won their eighth straight game, beating the Denver Nuggets 105-89. The loss left Nuggets coach George Karl stuck on 999 wins. His next chance to reach 1,000 comes Friday at Toronto. Kevin Garnett had 17 points and nine rebounds, and Rajon Rondo added 13 assists for Boston.

Rush, Granger team to lift Pacers over Raptors
Brandon Rush scored a season-high 26 points, Danny Granger had 21 and the Indiana Pacers put seven players in double figures in a 124-100 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Monday night.

Rush's 26 help Pacers beat Raptors (AP)

Brandon Rush scored a season-high 26 points, Danny Granger had 21 and the Indiana Pacers put seven players in double figures in a 124-100 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Monday night. Rush, a reserve, was 10 for 18 from the field, including 6 for 8 from 3-point range. Indiana shot 55 percent overall, led by a 13-for-26 effort from behind the arc.

Amare powers Knicks to 7th straight win
Amare Stoudemire had 31 points and a season-high 16 rebounds, Wilson Chandler scored 21 and the New York Knicks beat the Toronto Raptors 116-99 on Sunday, extending their road winning streak to seven games.

Amare, Knicks stay hot on road, crush Raptors
Amare Stoudemire had 31 points and a season-high 16 rebounds, Wilson Chandler scored 21 and the New York Knicks beat the Toronto Raptors 116-99 on Sunday, extending their road winning streak to seven games.

Knicks win seventh straight road game (AP)

Amare Stoudemire had 31 points and a season-high 16 rebounds, Wilson Chandler scored 21 and the New York Knicks beat the Toronto Raptors 116-99 on Sunday, extending their road winning streak to seven games. Landry Fields had 15 points and 10 rebounds and Raymond Felton had 18 points for the Knicks, who matched their longest road winning streak since a seven-game run between Dec.

Without Durant, Thunder lose to Raptors (AP)

Andrea Bargnani had 26 points and 12 rebounds for his first double-double of the season, Leandro Barbosa scored a season-high 22 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 111-99 on Friday night. Oklahoma City lost for the first time in four games this season without forward Kevin Durant, the NBA's leading scorer at 27.3 points per game.

Wizards C Armstrong suspended 1 game (AP)
Washington Wizards backup center Hilton Armstrong has been suspended for one game by the NBA for shoving Joel Anthony while the Miami Heat player tried to make a layup. The league says Armstrong will serve the suspension Wednesday night, when Washington plays at the Toronto Raptors. He was called for a flagrant foul and ejected in the final minute of the third quarter of Washington's 105-94...

Report: Rogers in talks to buy Raptors (AP)
Rogers Communications declined Wednesday to confirm reports that is in talks to buy the Toronto Maple Leafs hockey team and Toronto Raptors basketball team. The Toronto Star, citing anonymous sources, reported that Rogers is negotiating to buy a 66 percent majority stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment from the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan.

Report: Rogers Communications in talks to buy Maple Leafs, Raptors, FC Toronto
Rogers Communications is declining to address reports that is in talks to buy the Toronto Maple Leafs hockey team and Toronto Raptors basketball team.

Raptors keep Wizards winless on road (AP)

DeMar DeRozan scored 20 points, Andrea Bargnani and Sonny Weems each had 18 and the Toronto Raptors set a season high in points, beating the Washington Wizards 127-108 on Wednesday night. Leandro Barbosa and Jerryd Bayless each scored 16 for Toronto. For Bayless, it was a season high. Jose Calderon had 11 points and eight assists for Toronto, which led by as many as 27 and avenged a 109-94 loss at...

Jordan into North Carolina Sports Hall (AP)
Michael Jordan is finally being inducted into the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame. The ceremony will take place in Charlotte on Dec. 14 at halftime of the game between the Toronto Raptors and the Jordan's Bobcats. The hall's board of directors elected Jordan in 1993 after he led the Chicago Bulls to the third of six NBA championships.

Smith's triple-double powers Hawks by Raptors
Josh Smith had his third career triple-double, Marvin Williams added 17 points and 12 rebounds, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Toronto Raptors 96-78 Sunday.

Smith's triple-double lifts Hawks (AP)

Josh Smith had his third career triple-double, Marvin Williams added 17 points and 12 rebounds, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Toronto Raptors 96-78 Sunday. Smith finished with 12 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists as the Hawks won their third straight game after losing seven of the previous nine. Joe Johnson and Al Horford scored 16 points apiece and Jamal Crawford had 10.

Garnett helps Celtics win third straight (AP)

Kevin Garnett had 26 points and 11 rebounds, Shaquille O'Neal added 16 points and nine boards, and the Boston Celtics avenged a loss to Toronto by beating the Raptors 110-101 on Friday night. It was the Celtics' third straight win after they had consecutive losses for the only time this season, the second coming at Toronto on Sunday.

KG, Shaq lift Celts vs. Raptors in Rondo's return
Kevin Garnett scored 26 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, Shaquille O'Neal had 16 and nine boards as the Boston Celtics avenged a loss to Toronto, beating the Raptors 110-101 on Friday night.

Boston Celtics' Rajon Rondo returns vs. Toronto Raptors after missing 3 games with hamstring strain; Delonte West needs wrist surgery
Though Rajon Rondo was back in the starting lineup for the Celtics against the Raptors on Friday, the news wasn't as good for Delonte West. Doc Rivers told reporters before the game that West will need surgery on his broken right wrist.

Celtics G Rondo returns against Raptors (AP)
Boston Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo was back in the starting lineup for Friday's game against Toronto after missing the previous three with a strained left hamstring. Boston coach Doc Rivers said Rondo was 100 percent before the game, but was still uncertain if he'd play because the team has three days off before its next game Tuesday in Cleveland.

Raptors win fourth straight, beat 76ers (AP)
Andrea Bargnani scored 24 points, Reggie Evans had a career-high 22 rebounds and a season-high 12 points and the Toronto Raptors extended their winning streak to four games with a 106-90 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night. Jose Calderon had 16 points and nine assists, newcomer Jerryd Bayless added 13 points, Leandro Barbosa had 11 and the Raptors matched a season high with nine...

Boston Celtics' Rajon Rondo sidelined for third straight game
Boston Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo will sit out his third consecutive game Wednesday night against the New Jersey Nets. Coach Doc Rivers indicated there's a strong likelihood that Rondo will also miss Friday's game against the Toronto Raptors.

Celtics' Rondo out with hamstring strain (AP)
Boston Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo will miss Wednesday night's game against the New Jersey Nets with a strained left hamstring. It will be the third straight game that he's sidelined with the injury. Boston coach Doc Rivers was uncertain if he will play in the team's next game Friday against Toronto.

Brand suspended 1 game for flagrant foul (AP)

Philadelphia 76ers forward Elton Brand has been suspended without pay for one game for committing a flagrant foul against Washington Wizards center JaVale McGee on Tuesday night. NBA executive vice president of basketball operations Stu Jackson announced the punishment on Wednesday. Brand will miss the Sixers' game against the Toronto Raptors Wednesday night.

Boston Celtics' Rajon Rondo (hamstring) sidelined vs. Toronto Raptors
Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo is being held out of Sunday afternoon's game in Toronto due to concerns over his left hamstring injury, according to the team.

Peja in Hornets-Raptors 5-player deal (AP)
The Toronto Raptors are putting Chris Bosh behind them and looking toward the future. A day after swinging a five-player deal with the New Orleans Hornets, Raptors president and general manager Bryan Colangelo says he added to his team's young core and increased his financial flexibility. Toronto swapped guards Jarrett Jack and Marcus Banks and center David Anderson for guard Jerryd Bayless and...

Pierce's buzzer-beater off as Raptors clip Celtics
Amir Johnson made two free throws with less than 3 seconds to play, Andrea Bargnani scored 29 points, and the Toronto Raptors beat Boston 102-101 Sunday to end an eight-game losing streak to the Celtics.

Raptors end 8-game skid vs. Celtics (AP)

Amir Johnson made two free throws with less than 3 seconds to play, Andrea Bargnani scored 29 points, and the Toronto Raptors beat Boston 102-101 Sunday to end an eight-game losing streak to the Celtics. Paul Pierce's potential game-winner bounced off the rim as Toronto beat Boston for the first time since a 114-112 road win on Jan.

Bargnani leads Raptors past Celtics
Amir Johnson made two free throws with less than 3 seconds to play, Andrea Bargnani scored 29 points, and the Toronto Raptors beat Boston 102-101 Sunday to end an eight-game losing streak to the Celtics.

Toronto trade made with eye to future
Rebuilding Raptors add to young core.

Toronto Raptors GM Bryan Colangelo: Trade adds youth, financial flexibility
The Toronto Raptors are putting Chris Bosh behind them and looking toward the future.

Report: Raptors, Hornets discussing deal
The New Orleans Hornets and Toronto Raptors are discussing a trade that could send Peja Stojakovic and Jerryd Bayless to the Raptors, according to The Times-Picayune on Saturday.

Report: Hornets, Raptors pull off trade
The New Orleans Hornets have dealt Peja Stojakovic and Jerryd Bayless to the Toronto Raptors as part of a five-player deal, according to multiple reports.

Source: New Orleans Hornets close to trading Peja Stojakovic to Toronto Raptors in five-player trade
The New Orleans Hornets and Toronto Raptors are in serious discussions on a five-player trade that would send Peja Stojakovic and Jarryd Bayless to the Raptors for Jarrett Jack, David Andersen and Marcus Banks, a source told ESPN.com Saturday.

Source: New Orleans Hornets close to trading Peja Stojakovic to Toronto Raptors in five-player trade
The New Orleans Hornets and Toronto Raptors are in serious discussions on a five-player trade that would send Peja Stojakovic and Jarryd Bayless to the Raptors for Jarrett Jack, David Andersen and Marcus Banks, a source told ESPN.com Saturday.

Source: Hornets, Raptors agree to deal
A person familiar with the trade says the New Orleans Hornets and Toronto Raptors have agreed in principle to a five-player deal that will send Peja Stojakovic to Toronto in exchange for guard Jarrett Jack.

Boston Celtics' Rajon Rondo day-to-day with strained left hamstring, will travel on road trip
Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo underwent treatment and is day-to-day for what the team termed a strained left hamstring Saturday afternoon, and he planned to travel with Boston on a two-game road trip to Toronto and Atlanta.

Raptors get first back-to-back wins (AP)

Andrea Bargnani scored 26 points, Linas Kleiza had 17 and the Toronto Raptors beat the Houston Rockets 106-96 Friday night to win consecutive games for the first time this season. DeMar DeRozan added 15 points, Sonny Weems had 13 and Amir Johnson had 10 points and eight rebounds for the Raptors. Jose Calderon had 10 points and seven assists, Jarrett Jack had eight assists and Reggie Evans had nine...

Bargnani scores 30 as Raptors beat 76ers (AP)

Andrea Bargnani scored a season-high 30 points, Sonny Weems added a career-high 25 and the Toronto Raptors beat the Philadelphia 76ers 94-86 on Wednesday night in a matchup of two of the worst teams in the Eastern Conference. Reggie Evans, who began the night fourth in the league in rebounding at 11.5 per game, pulled down 14 for the Raptors, who improved to 3-9 and snapped a two-game losing...

John Wall of Washington Wizards to sit out against Toronto Raptors with sprained foot
Washington Wizards rookie John Wall will sit out Tuesday's game against the Toronto Raptors with a sprained left foot, coach Flip Saunders said at the team's morning shootaround, The Washington Post reported on its website.

Arenas gets Wall-less Wizards by Raptors (AP)

Gilbert Arenas, replacing injured rookie John Wall, scored 20 points in his first start of the season to help the Washington Wizards beat the Toronto Raptors 109-94 on Tuesday night. Andray Blatche had 22, Nick Young scored 20, and Kirk Hinrich added 13 points and 12 assists for Washington, which won for just the third time in nine games.

Wizards G Wall sits against Raptors (AP)

Washington Wizards rookie point guard John Wall was inactive for Tuesday's game against Toronto with a sprained left foot. The No. 1 overall pick in June's draft, Wall injured his foot in Saturday's game in Chicago. Wall, who had a triple-double in his sixth game, leads the Wizards in scoring with 18.1 points and 9.8 assists.

No lead safe against Jazz (AP)

As the Utah Jazz wiped out one big deficit after another during their remarkable road trip, a couple of NBA truths were proven again. No lead is safe, especially against a team that plays as hard as the Jazz. "I think it's another testament to the team that over the years has been the most mentally tough in the league," Spurs coach Gregg Popovich said.

James up for Time's Person of the Year (AP)

If the Miami Heat changing room was polled, LeBron James would not have unanimous support in the race for Time's Person of the Year. James wouldn't even vote for himself. Calling it "crazy" just to be on the list of finalists for the award, the NBA's reigning two-time MVP seemed almost a bit embarrassed on Monday when he learned that he was one of the final 25 names under...

Heat learning to deal with scrutiny (AP)

Now 10 games into the season, there are two undeniable truths about the Heat: People are listening to everything they say, and people are dissecting everything they say. "I didn't know there were so many opinionated people," forward Chris Bosh said. That's a lesson he and the rest of the Heat are apparently learning on the fly this season.

Bosh non-factor in Heat win over Raptors (AP)

Chris Bosh shook the hands of his former Toronto teammates before the game, did more cordial chatting at halftime and made plans to meet up with some of them for a postgame meal. And in between, LeBron James and Dwyane Wade showed the Raptors why Bosh wanted to be with them in Miami. Wade scored 31 points, James added 23 points and 11 assists and the Heat snapped a two-game slide with a 109-100 win...

Heat top Toronto, end 2-game skid
Heat beat Raptors to halt 2-game skid.

Weems' late 3 helps Raptors end slide, tip Magic
Sonny Weems made a 3-pointer with 7.1 seconds left and the Toronto Raptors hit four free throws from there to snap a six-game losing streak by beating the Orlando Magic 110-106 on Friday night.

Raptors beat Magic to end 6-game skid (AP)

Sonny Weems made a 3-pointer with 7.1 seconds left and the Toronto Raptors hit four free throws from there to snap a six-game losing streak by beating the Orlando Magic 110-106 on Friday night. Andrea Bargnani led the Raptors with 27 points, but it was Weems and DeMar DeRozan who made the key plays that ended Toronto's skid.

Weems lifts Raptors past Magic on road
Sonny Weems made a 3-pointer with 7.1 seconds left and the Toronto Raptors hit four free throws from there to snap a six-game losing streak by beating the Orlando Magic 110-106 on Friday night.

Bobcats end 3-game skid, beat Raptors (AP)

Stephen Jackson scored 20 points while Gerald Wallace had 19 points and 14 rebounds to help the Charlotte Bobcats beat the Toronto Raptors 101-96 on Wednesday night, snapping a three-game losing streak. D.J. Augustin had 16 and Tyrus Thomas scored 12 of his 14 points in the fourth quarter to help the Bobcats avoid a 1-7 start for the first time since their 2004-05 expansion season.

Ellis rejoins Warriors after hurting back
NBA leading scorer Monta Ellis has rejoined the Golden State Warriors in New York after spending Monday night in Toronto to have his injured back examined.

NBA leading scorer Monta Ellis of Golden State Warriors rejoins team in New York
NBA leading scorer Monta Ellis has rejoined the Golden State Warriors in New York after spending Monday night in Toronto to have his injured back examined.

Ellis rejoins Warriors in New York (AP)
NBA leading scorer Monta Ellis has rejoined the Golden State Warriors in New York after spending Monday night in Toronto to have his injured back examined. Ellis was diagnosed Tuesday with a strained lower back. He underwent X-rays and a CT scan after falling awkwardly to the floor with 1:22 remaining in the Warriors' 109-102 win over the Raptors, in which Ellis scored 28 points.

Curry's season-high 34 lift Warriors (AP)

Stephen Curry tossed aside a restrictive ankle brace, then ran right through the Toronto Raptors. Curry scored a season-high 34 points, Monta Ellis added 28 points and the Golden State Warriors beat the Toronto Raptors 109-102 Monday night. Ellis, the NBA's leading scorer, was taken for X-rays on his lower back after falling heavily under Toronto's basket late in the fourth quarter.

Ellis (28 points) leaves after fall in Warriors' win
Stephen Curry scored a season-high 34 points, Monta Ellis added 28 points and the Golden State Warriors beat the Toronto Raptors 109-102 Monday night.

Curry's season-high 34 lift Warriors (AP)
Stephen Curry scored a season-high 34 points, Monta Ellis added 28 points and the Golden State Warriors beat the Toronto Raptors 109-102 Monday night. Ellis, the NBA's leading scorer, fell heavily after a collision under Toronto's basket late in the fourth quarter. He remained down for several minutes before being helped up and walking slowly to the locker room.

Roy, Blazers hand Raptors fourth straight loss
Brandon Roy scored 26 points, LaMarcus Aldridge added 22 points and 10 rebounds, and the Portland Trail Blazers cruised to a 97-84 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Saturday night.

Blazers cruise by Raptors 97-84 (AP)

Brandon Roy scored 26 points, LaMarcus Aldridge added 22 points and 10 rebounds, and the Portland Trail Blazers cruised to a 97-84 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Saturday night. Jarrett Jack had 16 points and Andrea Bargnani, Leandro Barbosa and Jose Calderon all scored 12 for the Raptors (1-5), who finished a tough four-game West Coast trip winless and have lost five straight to Portland.

Lakers remain unbeaten with win over Raptors
Pau Gasol scored 30 points, Kobe Bryant added 23 points and six assists, and the Los Angeles Lakers narrowly remained unbeaten with a 108-103 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night.

Lakers hold off Raptors to stay unbeaten
Pau Gasol scored 30 points, Kobe Bryant added 23 points and six assists, and the Los Angeles Lakers narrowly remained unbeaten with a 108-103 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night.

Gasol, Bryant keep Lakers perfect (AP)

Just in case the Los Angeles Lakers forgot why they're off to a perfect start to the season, a strong challenge from the Toronto Raptors should force the champs to rekindle their interest in defense and rebounding. Coach Phil Jackson plans to make certain of it in practice this weekend. Pau Gasol scored 30 points, Kobe Bryant added 23 points and six assists, and the Lakers remained unbeaten...

Utah Jazz missing Kyrylo Fesenko, Jeremy Evans vs. Toronto Raptors
The Jazz, already missing Mehmet Okur, will be without a second big man as Kyrylo Fesenko is out for their game against Toronto with a gastric ailment.

Kings rally from 16 down to beat Raptors (AP)

Tyreke Evans scored 23 points and the Sacramento Kings rallied in the fourth quarter to defeat the Toronto Raptors 111-108 on Monday night. The Kings, who won three of their first four games for the first time since the 2003-04 season, have won their last five home openers. Beno Udrih scored 17 points, rookie DeMarcus Cousins had 16 points, and Omri Casspi had 14 for the Kings, who rallied from an...

Kings rally in fourth quarter to hold off Raptors
Tyreke Evans scored 23 points and the Sacramento Kings rallied in the fourth quarter to defeat the Toronto Raptors 111-108 on Monday night.

Raptors roll past undermanned Cavaliers (AP)
Now that the Cavaliers don't have LeBron James, it's payback time for the teams they used to bully. Oh, and it's also pizza time for Toronto fans. With 10 seconds left in a blowout win over the Cavs, Marcus Banks sent up an alley-oop pass that Leandro Barbosa neatly laid in to give the Raptors a 101-81 win over the Cavaliers, who won their first game in the post-LeBron era two nights...

Bargnani, Kleiza lead Raptors to rout Cavaliers
Andrea Bargnani scored 20 points and Linas Kleiza added 19 to lead the Toronto Raptors to a 101-81 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night in a matchup of teams spurned by stars over the summer.

Raptors roll past undermanned Cavaliers (AP)

Andrea Bargnani scored 20 points and Linas Kleiza added 19 to lead the Toronto Raptors to a 101-81 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night in a matchup of teams spurned by stars over the summer. Antawn Jamison scored 13 points for the Cavaliers, who were without Mo Williams and Anderson Varejao.

Cavaliers' Anderson Varejao won't travel to play Raptors
Cavaliers center Anderson Varejao is staying in Cleveland to be with his father after he had heart surgery and will not travel to Toronto to play against the Raptors.

Cleveland Cavaliers excuse Anderson Varejao as his father has heart surgery
Cleveland forward Anderson Varejao has been excused from traveling with the Cavaliers to Toronto so he can be with his father during heart surgery.

Stoudemire's double-double leads Knicks to win
Wilson Chandler scored 22 points, Amare Stoudemire had 19 points and 10 rebounds and the New York Knicks beat the Toronto Raptors 98-93 on Wednesday night.

Amare has 19 and 10 in Knicks' win (AP)

Wilson Chandler scored 22 points, Amare Stoudemire had 19 points and 10 rebounds and the New York Knicks beat the Toronto Raptors 98-93 on Wednesday night. Chandler scored eight points in the final quarter and Stoudemire added seven for New York, which led 74-72 through three. Stoudemire, the Knicks' prize free agent acquisition, is hoping to lead New York back to the playoffs for the first...

Knicks' Mozgov questionable, Randolph out
Center Timofey Mozgov is questionable for the New York Knicks' season opener at Toronto because of a left hip contusion.

NBA rosters have record 84 foreigners (AP)
NBA opening-night rosters feature a record 84 players from 38 countries and territories. The league also tied its previous high with 63 players with NBA Development League experience. Toronto has a league-high six international players, one more than Dallas. France has 11 players, followed by five from Turkey.

Knicks C Mozgov uncertain due to hip (AP)
Center Timofey Mozgov is questionable for the New York Knicks' season opener at Toronto because of a left hip contusion. Also, reserve forward Anthony Randolph will miss the game Wednesday because of a sprained left ankle. Both players were injured during practice Tuesday. Mozgov, a rookie from Russia, is expected to start if healthy.

Raptors beat Knicks 108-103 in Montreal (AP)

Andreas Bargnani scored 15 points, one of seven Toronto Raptors to reach double digits in a 108-103 victory over the New York Knicks on Friday night in the final preseason game for both teams. Reggie Evans, Linas Kleiza and Leandro Barbosa each had 12 points for Toronto (4-4). DeMar DeRozan, Jose Calderon and Sonny Weems scored 11 each.

Deng, Rose lead Bulls over Raptors (AP)

Luol Deng scored 22 points, Derrick Rose had 20 and the Chicago Bulls beat the Toronto Raptors 110-103 in exhibition play Wednesday night, snapping a two-game losing streak. Rose also had nine assists and eight rebounds. Brian Scalabrine had 14 points and James Johnson scored 13 of his 14 in the fourth quarter as the Bulls improved to 3-5 in the preseason.

Kleiza, Jack lead Raptors to win against Suns
Linas Kleiza scored 23 points, Jarrett Jack and Amir Johnson had 17 apiece and the Toronto Raptors beat the Suns 121-100 in a preseason game Sunday.

Raptors drop Suns to 1-5 in preseason (AP)

This preseason has been an exercise in getting to know each other for the retooled Phoenix Suns. And with just over a week left in the exhibition schedule, they're still getting comfortable with each other. Linas Kleiza scored 23 points, Jarrett Jack and Amir Johnson had 17 apiece and the Toronto Raptors beat the Suns 121-100 in a preseason game Sunday.

Toronto Raptors' Joey Dorsey suspended for swinging arm at Chicago Bulls' Brian Scalabrine
The NBA has suspended Toronto's Joey Dorsey for one game for swinging his arm at Bulls forward Brian Scalabrine.

NBA suspends Raptors' Dorsey 1 game (AP)
The NBA has suspended Toronto's Joey Dorsey for one game for swinging his arm at Chicago Bulls forward Brian Scalabrine. NBA executive vice president of basketball operations Stu Jackson announced the ban on Thursday. Dorsey will serve the suspension in the first regular-season game that he is healthy for and eligible to play in.

Raptors overcome Holiday, 76ers in 2OT (AP)

DeMar DeRozan scored the winning basket with 35 seconds to play and the Toronto Raptors beat the Philadelphia 76ers 119-116 in double overtime in exhibition play Wednesday night. DeRozan, who missed a potential winning free throw at the end of the first overtime, converted a hook shot and Amir Johnson added a dunk to help the Raptors (2-2) snap a two-game losing streak.

DeRozan, Raptors outlast 76ers in double OT
DeMar DeRozan scored the winning basket with 35 seconds to play and the Toronto Raptors beat the Philadelphia 76ers 119-116 in double overtime in exhibition play Wednesday night.

Rose's 23 carry Bulls past Raptors (AP)

Derrick Rose scored 23 points and the Chicago Bulls rode a dominating advantage on the boards to a 109-90 preseason victory over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night. The Bulls (2-2) hammered the Raptors off the glass on both ends of the court. Chicago outrebounded Toronto 13-3 in the first quarter, 10-4 in the second and 15-8 in the third.

Heat bracing for unknown in CSKA Moscow (AP)
Perhaps better than anyone else on the Miami Heat, Chris Bosh understands what will be at stake against Russian power CSKA Moscow on Tuesday. It's the classic double-edged sword: if the Heat win, they were supposed to win, and if they lose, Bosh knows how that feels, too. In October 2005, Bosh's Toronto Raptors lost at home to Israeli club Maccabi Tel Aviv.

Robinson comes up clutch as Celtics nip Raptors
Nate Robinson scored 13 points, including a key 3-pointer, to lift the Boston Celtics to a 91-87 preseason win over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night.

Robinson leads Celtics past Raptors (AP)

Nate Robinson scored 13 points, including a key 3-pointer, to lift the Boston Celtics to a 91-87 preseason win over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night. Shaquille O'Neal, Delonte West and Marquis Daniels each scored 11 points for Boston, which improved to 3-0. Jarrett Jack led the Raptors (1-1) with 18 points.

Raptors roll by Suns 129-78 in Vancouver (AP)
Forward Linas Kleiza led all scorers with 20 points and the Toronto Raptors handled the Phoenix Suns 129-78 in an exhibition game on Wednesday night. Kleiza added five rebounds and two steals. DeMar DeRozan scored 16 points, while Joey Dorsey added 13 points and a team-high 10 rebounds. It was the first game of the exhibition for the Raptors, who wrapped up their six-day training camp in Vancouver...

Toronto Raptors exercise option on DeMar DeRozan's contract
The Toronto Raptors exercised the third-year team option on swingman DeMar DeRozan's rookie scale contract Thursday.

Raptors exercise option on DeRozan (AP)
The Toronto Raptors exercised the third-year team option on swingman DeMar DeRozan's rookie scale contract Thursday. DeRozan's deal is now guaranteed through the 2011-12 season. The Raptors had until Oct. 31 to exercise the option. DeRozan averaged 8.6 points and 2.9 rebounds in 77 games last season.

Bobcats' Augustin looking to bounce back (AP)
It appeared early this summer that Toronto's Jose Calderon would become Charlotte's point guard. Then the Bobcats appeared poised to acquire Devin Harris from New Jersey to replace the departed Raymond Felton. Deals for those players stalled, however. And while the trade-happy Bobcats may not be through dealing, the starting job now falls to a guy who acknowledges his confidence was shot...

Hornets sign G Pargo, F Mensah-Bonsu (AP)
Free-agent guard Jannero Pargo is returning to New Orleans, and the Hornets also signed forward Pops Mensah-Bonsu on Friday. Details of the contracts weren't released. Pargo has played in the NBA for seven seasons, averaging 6.6 points and 2.0 assists in 379 games with the Los Angeles Lakers, Chicago Bulls, Toronto Raptors and New Orleans.

Toronto Raptors rookie F Ed Davis undergoes knee surgery
Raptors rookie forward Ed Davis is recovering after undergoing arthroscopic surgery to repair a meniscus tear in his right knee.

Raptors rookie Davis has knee surgery (AP)
Raptors rookie forward Ed Davis is recovering after undergoing arthroscopic surgery to repair a meniscus tear in his right knee. The team said Monday in a statement that Davis is expected to sidelined up to six weeks. He hurt his knee in a pickup game last Wednesday. Toronto selected the 6-foot-10 Davis with the 13th overall pick in this year's draft after he played two seasons at North...

Toronto rookie Davis undergoes knee surgery
Raptors rookie forward Ed Davis is recovering after undergoing arthroscopic surgery to repair a meniscus tear in his right knee.

Raptors add F Dupree for training camp (AP)
The Toronto Raptors have signed forward Ronald Dupree to a non-guaranteed contract before the start of training camp. The 6-foot-7 Dupree played for the Raptors during the 2010 Las Vegas Summer League, averaging 10.0 points and 4.0 rebounds to help Toronto to a 5-0 record. Dupree has played 154 NBA games with Chicago, Detroit, Minnesota and Seattle, averaging 3.6 points and 2.2 rebounds.

Kleiza leads Lithuania to 3rd in worlds (AP)
Linas Kleiza scored 33 points to help Lithuania win its first world basketball championship medal with a 99-88 victory over Serbia on Sunday in the third-place game. Kleiza, who plays for the Toronto Raptors, scored 12 points during a 22-12 run -- including 15 consecutive points -- that put Lithuania 48-38 ahead heading to halftime.

Tickets go on sale for games in London (AP)
Tickets have gone on sale for the first regular-season NBA games in Europe. The New Jersey Nets and Toronto Raptors will play a pair of games at the O2 Arena in London on March 4-5. The NBA is planning a week of activities across Britain, including basketball clinics and 3-on-3 competitions. Nets guard Devin Harris says "everyone involved in bringing the games to London is excited about playing...

Denver Nuggets hire Toronto Raptors executive Masai Ujiri as general manager
Former Nuggets international scout Masai Ujiri has been named the team's new executive vice president of basketball operations.

Report: Ujiri to get Nuggets GM job (AP)
The Denver Post is reporting former Denver Nuggets international scout Masai Ujiri has been chosen as the team's new general manager. The newspaper reported on its website Wednesday night that the 39-year-old Ujiri, who was the Toronto Raptors' assistant general manager since 2008, will return to the Nuggets, where he served as a scout from 2003-07.

Spain PG Calderon out of worlds with leg (AP)
Spain point guard Jose Manuel Calderon will miss the basketball world championships after hurting his leg in an exhibition against the United States. Tests Monday revealed the Toronto Raptors player tore a muscle in his left leg in Sunday's 86-85 loss. Calderon had headed to the locker room late in the game.

Raptors, Hornets swap Wright, Belinelli (AP)
The Toronto Raptors have acquired forward Julian Wright from the New Orleans Hornets in exchange for guard Marco Belinelli. The 6-foot-8, 225-pound Wright averaged 8.1 points and 4.6 rebounds in 68 games with New Orleans last season. "This move should help balance the roster and alleviate some of the redundancy we have with our guards," Raptors president and general manager Bryan...

Companies taking notice of Heat's Bosh (AP)
Chris Bosh is already reaping the benefits of signing with the Miami Heat. The All-Star forward worried about a lack of exposure when he played in Toronto. Now that he's leapt into the sports news of the summer by joining LeBron James and Dwyane Wade in the bright lights of South Beach, American companies are taking notice.

Knicks sign G Mason Jr. (AP)
The New York Knicks have signed free-agent guard Roger Mason Jr. Mason is the latest addition to the Knicks, joining a list newcomers that include Amare Stoudemire, Ronny Turiaf, Anthony Randolph, Raymond Felton and Kelenna Azubuike. Mason has averaged 7.2 points 1.8 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 346 career games with Chicago, Toronto, Washington and San Antonio.

Nets, Raptors to meet twice in London (AP)
The NBA is taking regular-season games to Europe for the first time. NBA commissioner David Stern announced Monday that the Toronto Raptors and New Jersey Nets will play a pair of regular-season games in London this season. The teams will face each other March 4 and 5 at the O2 Arena, the same venue that has hosted preseason games over the last several years.

Toronto Raptors, New Jersey Nets to play 2 regular-season NBA games in London
NBA commissioner David Stern says the league will play two regular-season games in London next season.

NBA, union to meet this week (AP)
The NBA and its players' association will return to the bargaining table this week to resume talks toward a new labor agreement. Commissioner David Stern disclosed the meeting during a conference call Monday to announce regular-season games in London next March between New Jersey and Toronto. This will be the first bargaining session since the league's All-Star weekend in February.

D'Antoni won't coach U.S. in worlds
U.S. assistant coach Mike D'Antoni will miss the world championships because of a back injury and be replaced by Toronto Raptors coach Jay Triano.

Injured D'Antoni to miss worlds (AP)
USA Basketball says assistant coach Mike D'Antoni will miss the world championships because of a back injury and be replaced by Toronto Raptors coach Jay Triano. D'Antoni, the New York Knicks coach, will continue working with the Americans when they train next week in New York, but won't join them in Europe and instead will rest the back before the NBA season begins.

Bosh says he always played hard with Raptors
After being called out as a quitter by his former general manager, Chris Bosh says he "put his heart and soul" into the Toronto Raptors organization and never gave up on his team.

Chris Bosh says he always played hard with Toronto Raptors
After being called out as a quitter by his former general manager, Chris Bosh says he "put his heart and soul" into the Raptors organization and never gave up on his team.

Bryan Colangelo unhappy with how Chris Bosh left Toronto Raptors
The way Chris Bosh finished his final season in Toronto left a sour taste in Raptors general manager Bryan Colangelo's mouth.

Houston Rockets trade center David Anderson to Toronto Raptors
The Rockets have traded center David Andersen to the Raptors for cash and a future second-round draft pick.

Rockets trade C Andersen to Raptors (AP)
The Houston Rockets have traded center David Andersen to Toronto for cash and a future second-round draft pick. The 6-foot-11 Australian averaged 5.8 points and 3.3 rebounds in 63 games last season, his first in the NBA. Andersen helped fill the void for Houston while Yao Ming sat out last season with a foot injury.

Raptors GM rips departed Bosh
Toronto Raptors president and general manager Bryan Colangelo had harsh words Monday for his team's former forward Chris Bosh.

Raptors officially sign Kleiza
Toronto has signed free agent Linas Kleiza to a multiyear contract.

Toronto Raptors announce signing of forward Linas Kleiza
Toronto has signed free agent Linas Kleiza to a multiyear contract.

Raptors sign F Kleiza to multiyear deal (AP)
Toronto has signed free agent Linas Kleiza to a multiyear contract. The Raptors acquired the rights to Kleiza nine days ago when the Denver Nuggets opted not to match Toronto's offer sheet. Kleiza played with Greek club Olympiakos last year after four seasons in Denver. The 6-foot-8 forward from Lithuania -- who attended high school in Maryland -- averaged 8.3 points with the Nuggets.

Kings ink swingman Wright, G Jeter (AP)
The Sacramento Kings have signed free agent swingman Antoine Wright and guard Pooh Jeter to contracts. The team did not reveal terms of the deals Friday. Wright is entering his sixth NBA season. He averaged 5.6 points and 2.3 rebounds in 290 career games with New Jersey, Dallas and Toronto. He averaged 6.5 points and 2.8 rebounds last season with the Raptors.

Lakers sign veteran swingman Barnes (AP)
Matt Barnes is going back to Los Angeles, this time to join the two-time defending NBA champion Lakers. The Lakers announced Thursday they had signed the free-agent forward. Terms were not disclosed. Barnes, a UCLA product who started 58 games last season for Orlando, said earlier this week on his Twitter page that he was headed to Toronto.

Sources: Toronto Raptors face competition for Matt Barnes
Five teams remain in the running to sign free-agent swingman Matt Barnes, according to sources with knowledge of Barnes' thinking.

Barnes says he will join Raptors (AP)
Free-agent forward Matt Barnes says he is headed for Toronto. Barnes wrote on his Twitter page Monday that he has decided to play for the Raptors next season. He also thanked fans in Orlando, where he played last season. Barnes started 58 games for the Magic, helping them reach the Eastern Conference finals.

Sources: Matt Barnes, Toronto Raptors close in on two-year deal
Free-agent swingman Matt Barnes confirmed he is joining the Toronto Raptors on Monday night.

Barnes says he is headed to Toronto
Free-agent forward Matt Barnes says he is headed for Toronto.

Toronto Raptors to play Steve Nash, Phoenix Suns in Vancouver exhibition
The Toronto Raptors will face Steve Nash and Phoenix in an exhibition game at Rogers Arena, and also plan to hold part of their training camp in Vancouver.

Raptors-Suns in Vancouver exhibition (AP)
The Toronto Raptors will face Steve Nash and Phoenix in an exhibition game at Rogers Arena, and also plan to hold part of their training camp in Vancouver. The game against the Suns will be Oct. 6, the Raptors announced Monday. Nash, the two-time NBA MVP, grew up in nearby Victoria and played here last preseason, when Phoenix and Portland sold out an exhibition game.

Phoenix Suns complete deal to get Toronto Raptors' Hedo Turkoglu
The Phoenix Suns have acquired forward Hedo Turkoglu in a trade that sends guard Leandro Barbosa and forward Dwayne Jones to Toronto.

Suns complete deal for Raptors' Turkoglu (AP)
The Phoenix Suns have acquired Turkish forward Hedo Turkoglu in a trade that sends Brazilian guard Leandro Barbosa and forward Dwayne Jones to Toronto. The deal gives the Suns a third forward in their attempt to replace free agent Amare Stoudemire. Phoenix signed swingman Josh Childress in a sign-and-trade deal with Atlanta earlier Wednesday and picked up Hakim Warrick in similar swap with Chicago.

Suns complete deal to get Turkoglu
The Phoenix Suns have acquired forward Hedo Turkoglu in a trade that sends guard Leandro Barbosa and forward Dwayne Jones to Toronto.

Bobcats trade Chandler to Mavericks (AP)
Tyson Chandler has been traded after all, just not to the team he thought a day earlier. After Charlotte's potential deal with Toronto fell through, the Bobcats sent Chandler and fellow center Alexis Ajinca to the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday for center Erick Dampier, forward Eduardo Najera, shooting guard Matt Carroll and cash considerations.

Sources: Charlotte Bobcats pull out of Phoenix Suns-Toronto Raptors trade
The proposed three-way trade between the Raptors, Suns and Bobcats is a two-team trade again, as the Bobcats have pulled out of the deal, according to NBA front-office sources.

Chandler says he's headed to Raptors
Charlotte Bobcats center Tyson Chandler said Monday night he's been told he's being traded to the Raptors amid a report Toronto is also poised to send Hedo Turkoglu to the Phoenix Suns.

Bobcats' Chandler: I'm headed to Raptors (AP)
Charlotte Bobcats center Tyson Chandler says he's been told he's being traded to the Raptors amid a report Toronto is also poised to send Hedo Turkoglu to Phoenix. Chandler wrote in an e-mail to The Associated Press on Monday night that his agent, Jeff Schwartz, informed him that he's being traded.

Sources: Cleveland Cavaliers, Toronto Raptors won't charge tampering
The Cleveland Cavaliers have no plans to push for an NBA probe into the circumstances that led to LeBron James joining Team USA colleagues Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh in Miami, according to sources with knowledge of the team's thinking.

Agent Bill Duffy: Toronto Raptors sign Linas Kleiza to 4-year offer sheet
Denver Nuggets restricted free agent Linas Kleiza signed a four-year, $18.8 million offer sheet with the Toronto Raptors on Thursday, his agent, Bill Duffy, told ESPN The Magazine's Ric Bucher.

Celtics plan to sign Jermaine O'Neal (AP)
Boston Celtics general manager Danny Ainge says the team plans to sign six-time All-Star center Jermaine O'Neal. The contract is reportedly for the mid-level exception, about $5.76 million in the first year of a two-year deal. O'Neal has averaged 14 points and 7.5 rebounds in a 14-year career for Portland, Indiana, Toronto and Miami.

2010 NBA free agency: Toronto Raptors would OK Chris Bosh sign-and-trade with Cleveland Cavaliers
The Toronto Raptors have told the Cleveland Cavaliers they will do a sign-and-trade with them for Bosh, according to several league sources.

2010 NBA free agency: Toronto Raptors losing interest in Chris Bosh deal, source says
Wherever Chris Bosh heads next, he'll likely have to do so on his own -- and at a slightly discounted rate.

Raptors give Amir Johnson 5 years, $34M (AP)
Forward Amir Johnson has agreed to a five-year contract to stay with the Toronto Raptors. Agent Kevin Bradbury says Thursday the deal is for $34 million. The 6-foot-9 Johnson played in all 82 games last season, averaging 6.2 points. He spent his first four seasons in Detroit after the Pistons picked him out of high school late in the second round of the 2005 draft.

2010 NBA free agents: Amir Johnson, Toronto Raptors agrees to 5-year, $34 million deal, report says
Amir Johnson is staying put in Toronto.

Toronto Raptors general manager Bryan Colangelo says 'it's likely' Bosh will leave
General manager Bryan Colangelo says "it's likely" that free agent forward Chris Bosh will leave the Toronto Raptors.

Colangelo: Bosh 'likely' to leave
General manager Bryan Colangelo says "it's likely" that free agent forward Chris Bosh will leave the Toronto Raptors.

Bosh: Free agency 'scary but exciting' (AP)
Chris Bosh keeps getting asked about his future. He still doesn't have an answer. Appearing as a co-host on ESPN Radio Thursday morning, the Toronto Raptors' All-Star forward and marquee piece of this summer's sparkling class of NBA free agents did not offer any hints for his future, other than indicating that the anticipation for July 1 continues to grow.

Raptors hire Carlesimo as assistant coach
The Toronto Raptors have hired veteran NBA coach P.J. Carlesimo as an assistant.

Toronto Raptors hire P.J. Carlesimo as assistant coach
The Toronto Raptors have hired veteran NBA coach P.J. Carlesimo as an assistant.

Raptors hire Carlesimo as asst. coach (AP)
The Toronto Raptors have hired veteran NBA coach P.J. Carlesimo as an assistant. Carlesimo joins assistants Alex English, Marc Iavaroni, Micah Nori, Eric Hughes and Alvin Williams on coach Jay Triano's staff with the Raptors. Carlesimo was fired by Oklahoma City on Nov. 22, 2008, after the Thunder started 1-12 in their first season since the franchise moved from Seattle.

Sources: P.J. Carlesimo to be hired as Toronto Raptos assistant
P.J. Carlesimo has an agreement in principle to join the Toronto Raptors as an assistant coach under Jay Triano, league sources say.

Hedo Turkoglu: 'I do not want to go back to Toronto'
Hedo Turkoglu told Turkish television station he wants out of Toronto.

Sources:Chris Bosh of Toronto Raptors has wish list including five teams
Chris Bosh's agent has told the Toronto Raptors that he's narrowed his list of preferred teams to five, two sources told ESPN.com's Chad Ford at the NBA Draft camp here.

Stern hopes James re-signs with Cavs (AP)
NBA commissioner David Stern hopes this summer's free agency doesn't take away from the rest of the playoffs. Stern, speaking before an Eastern Conference semifinal between Boston and Cleveland, hopes James re-signs with the Cavaliers. James headlines what is expected to be a marquee class that can include Miami's Dwyane Wade and Toronto's Chris Bosh.

Toronto Raptors forward Chris Bosh asks Twitter followers to help decide future
Chris Bosh is asking his Twitter followers to help decide his NBA future.

Agent: PG Ford to return to Pacers (AP)
Indiana Pacers point guard T.J. Ford will pick up the player option on the final year of his contract and return to the team next season. Bob Myers, Ford's agent, said the paperwork is in process. Ford is owed $8.5 million next year. Ford joined the team via a trade with Toronto two years ago. He averaged a career-high 14.9 points his first season with the Pacers, despite splitting time with...

Toronto Raptors' Chris Bosh unsure where he'll play next season
Chris Bosh would gladly share his future plans, if only to guarantee himself a little privacy. However, the five-time All-Star insists he has no idea where he'll be playing next season.

Chris Bosh of Toronto Raptors says he hasn't decided on future
With the Toronto Raptors out of the playoff picture, the focus now shifts to Chris Bosh's uncertain future with the team. But he says he has yet to make a decision.

Bosh says future plans not yet decided (AP)
With the Toronto Raptors out of the playoff picture, the focus now shifts to Chris Bosh's uncertain future with the team. The star forward is set to become an unrestricted free agent this summer, but says he has yet to make a decision on his future. Bosh spoke a day after the Raptors closed out the regular season with a win over the New York Knicks on Wednesday night.

Raptors top Knicks, but miss playoffs (AP)
The Toronto Raptors beat the New York Knicks 131-113 on Wednesday night, a victory that became meaningless when Chicago won at Charlotte to clinch the final Eastern Conference playoff berth. DeMar DeRozan scored a career-high 24 points and Andrea Bargnani also scored 24 for the Raptors, who finished 40-42, a game behind the Bulls.

Rose, Hinrich keep Bulls in playoff hunt (AP)
Derrick Rose scored a career-high 39 points, Kirk Hinrich added a season-high 30 and the Chicago Bulls helped their playoff chances with a 101-93 victory over the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night. The eighth-place Bulls lead Toronto by a game in the Eastern Conference and will make the playoffs as long as they finish with a better record, meaning they need a win at Charlotte on Wednesday or a loss...

Toronto snaps 4-game skid; half-game from 8th
Andrea Bargnani had 33 points, Amir Johnson scored a career-high 26 and the Toronto Raptors improved their playoff prospects by snapping a five-game losing streak with a 111-97 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Monday night.

Raptors get key win for playoff hopes (AP)
Andrea Bargnani had 33 points, Amir Johnson scored a career-high 26 and the Toronto Raptors improved their playoff prospects by snapping a five-game losing streak with a 111-97 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Monday night. Toronto moved within a half-game of the Bulls for the final postseason spot in the Eastern Conference.

Bulls top Raptors, move into 8th in East (AP)
Derrick Rose scored 26 points, Joakim Noah had 18 points, 19 rebounds and seven assists and the Chicago Bulls beat Toronto 104-88 on Sunday night to take a one-game lead over the Raptors for the final Eastern Conference playoff spot. Luol Deng scored 14 points, Taj Gibson had 11 and Ronald Murray and Hakim Warrick each scored 10 points for the Bulls, who led by 25 points.

Bulls beat Raptors to take over East's 8th spot
The Bulls beat Toronto 104-88 on Sunday night to take a one-game lead over the Raptors for the final Eastern Conference playoff spot.

Hawks reach 50 wins for first time in 12 years
Jamal Crawford scored 15 of his 25 points when Atlanta took the lead in the second period, and the Hawks beat the Toronto Raptors 107-101 on Friday night to reach 50 wins for the first time in 12 years.

Hawks climb to 3rd in East with 50th win (AP)
Jamal Crawford scored 15 of his 25 points when Atlanta took the lead in the second period, and the Hawks beat the Toronto Raptors 107-101 on Friday night to reach 50 wins for the first time in 12 years. The Hawks were sluggish in the opening minutes, matching their season low for points in a first quarter when they trailed 25-14.

Bulls narrowly defeat James-less Cavs (AP)
Derrick Rose scored 24 points, Kirk Hinrich had 23 and the Chicago Bulls survived some shaky free-throw shooting down the stretch to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 109-108 with LeBron James on the sideline on Thursday night. Luol Deng had 22 points and 10 rebounds, Joakim Noah added 17 points and 15 boards, and the Bulls moved into a tie with eighth-place Toronto in the Eastern Conference.

Toronto's Bosh out of hospital


Toronto Raptors forward Chris Bosh out of hospital after surgery to repair nasal fracture
Raptors All-Star forward Chris Bosh is back in Toronto after undergoing surgery to have a nasal fracture repaired.

With overall top record, Cavs rest James (AP)
With the league's best record locked up and their eyes on a playoff run, the Cleveland Cavaliers held LeBron James out of Thursday's game against the Chicago Bulls. Coach Mike Brown said James has "some bumps and bruises" and acknowledged that recent injuries to Milwaukee's Andrew Bogut and Toronto's Chris Bosh weighed on his mind.

Turkoglu hurt as Raptors lose to Celtics (AP)
Rajon Rondo scored 21 points, Paul Pierce had 20 and the Boston Celtics capitalized on another injury to a Toronto player by beating the Raptors 115-104 on Wednesday night. Kevin Garnett scored 19 points, Ray Allen had 18 and Michael Finley 14 as the Celtics won their eighth straight over Toronto, sweeping the series for the second consecutive season.

Toronto Raptors' Chris Bosh to sit out with broken facial bones
Toronto forward Chris Bosh will miss the Raptors' game against Boston with broken facial bones.

Bosh to miss Celtics game with broken bone in face
Toronto forward Chris Bosh will miss the Raptors' game against Boston with broken facial bones.

Raptors star Bosh has surgery to repair facial fracture
Toronto All-Star forward Chris Bosh had surgery to repair a facial fracture suffered during a freakish on-court accident.

Bosh hurt as Raptors lose to Cavaliers (AP)
Flattened by an inadvertent elbow to the face, Toronto All-Star forward Chris Bosh was sent to the hospital for tests Tuesday night as the Raptors' playoff hopes took a blow with a 113-101 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, who have won 11 straight at home. Bosh was accidentally struck by Cleveland's Antawn Jamison in the first three minutes.

Bosh injured, leaves Raptors' loss to Cavaliers
Flattened by an inadvertent elbow to the face, Toronto All-Star forward Chris Bosh was sent to the hospital for tests as the Raptors' playoff hopes took a blow with a 113-101 loss to the Cavaliers, who have won 11 straight at home.

Bosh hit in face, taken to hospital
Toronto All-Star forward Chris Bosh is being taken to the hospital for a CAT scan after being accidentally elbowed in the face during Tuesday night's game.

Bosh leaves game after elbow to face (AP)
Toronto All-Star forward Chris Bosh is being taken to the hospital for a CAT scan after being accidentally elbowed in the face during Tuesday night's game. Bosh dropped to the floor after he was struck by Cleveland's Antawn Jamison in the first quarter. Bosh was bleeding from the mouth and nose area as he was helped by medical personnel from both teams.

Toronto Raptors forward Chris Bosh leaves game after being elbowed in face
Raptors All-Star forward Chris Bosh left Tuesday's game against the Cavaliers after he was accidentally elbowed in the face.

Cavs G West out with back spasms (AP)
Cavaliers reserve guard Delonte West missed Cleveland's game against Toronto because of lower back spasms. With home-court advantage in the NBA playoffs locked up, the Cavs have nothing to play for and figured Tuesday night would be a good chance to sit West, who is averaging 8.7 points in 25 minutes per game.

Nelson evens Wilkens' mark as Warriors hold on
Don Nelson tied Lenny Wilkens for the most wins by an NBA coach when the Golden State Warriors held off the Toronto Raptors 113-112 on Sunday night.

Warriors' Nelson ties NBA wins record (AP)
Don Nelson tied Lenny Wilkens for the most wins by an NBA coach when the Golden State Warriors held off the Toronto Raptors 113-112 on Sunday night. The victory was the 1,332nd for Nelson, who can pass Wilkens when Golden State plays at Washington on Tuesday. Golden State's players danced in a circle around Nelson after the wild finish, which saw Chris Bosh steal the inbounds pass only to have...

Toronto Raptors sign former Houston Rockets guard Joey Dorsey for rest of season
Free agent forward Joey Dorsey has signed a contract with the Toronto Raptors through the remainder of the season.

Raptors blow big lead, beat 76ers in OT (AP)
Chris Bosh had 28 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists, and the Toronto Raptors rallied for a 128-123 victory in overtime against the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday. Toronto coughed up a 17-point third-quarter lead, but Bosh put the game away in overtime. Rookie Jrue Holiday put Philadelphia up 114-111 with 59 seconds left, but Jose Calderon tied it 17 seconds later with a 3.

Bobcats inch closer to playoff spot (AP)
Gerald Wallace had 24 points and 12 rebounds, Tyson Chandler added a season-high 15 points, and the Charlotte Bobcats moved a step closer to their first playoff berth with a 103-84 victory over the undermanned Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night. Bouncing back from a home loss two nights earlier to Toronto, the Bobcats forced 25 turnovers, took 24 more free throws than the 76ers and dominated...

Bosh's 34 and 11 power Raptors to win (AP)
Chris Bosh had 34 points and 11 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani had 21 points and eight rebounds and the Toronto Raptors beat the Los Angeles Clippers 114-92 Wednesday night. Sonny Weems scored 17 points and Antoine Wright and Jose Calderon each had 11 for the Raptors, who snapped a three-game home losing streak.

Raptors knock off Bobcats, remain 8th in East
Chris Bosh had 22 points and 11 rebounds, Hedo Turkoglu hit the go-ahead 3-pointer a day after getting benched, and the Toronto Raptors beat the Charlotte Bobcats 103-101 on Monday night for a key victory in the Eastern Conference playoff race.

Clippers PG Davis to miss 3-game trip (AP)
Point guard Baron Davis will miss the Los Angeles Clippers' upcoming three-game road trip because of back spasms. The team says Davis didn't make the trip that begins with a game in Milwaukee on Tuesday night and continues with games against Toronto and Denver. Davis is averaged 15.2 points and 7.9 assists.

Turkoglu hits go-ahead 3 in Raptors' win (AP)
Chris Bosh had 22 points and 11 rebounds, Hedo Turkoglu hit the go-ahead 3-pointer a day after getting benched, and the Toronto Raptors beat the Charlotte Bobcats 103-101 on Monday night for a key victory in the Eastern Conference playoff race. The Raptors (36-37) entered having lost three straight and 13 of 17, but they managed to snap Charlotte's three-game winning streak to stay in eighth...

Toronto Raptors' Hedo Turkoglu to play, not start, one day after sitting out vs. Miami Heat
Toronto Raptors coach Jay Triano says forward Hedo Turkoglu will be a reserve against Charlotte a night after being benched.

Heat rally from 17 down to beat Raptors (AP)
Dwyane Wade scored 32 points, and the Miami Heat rallied from a 17-point deficit to beat the Toronto Raptors 97-94 on Sunday night. Miami outscored Toronto 19-7 in the final 6:12, taking the lead for good at 91-89 on Carlos Arroyo's jumper with 59 seconds remaining. He made it a four-point game with two free throws with 22 seconds remaining.

Anthony beats buzzer as Nuggets sink Raptors
Carmelo Anthony buried an 18-foot fadeaway at the buzzer to lead the Denver Nuggets to a come-from-behind 97-96 win over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night.

'Melo beats buzzer, Nuggets top Raptors (AP)
Carmelo Anthony buried an 18-foot fadeaway at the buzzer to lead the Denver Nuggets to a come-from-behind 97-96 win over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night. After Anthony missed his first attempt, the loose ball was batted to Nene. He swung it to Chauncey Billups, who fed Anthony inside the arc. Anthony dribbled once and hoisted a jumper that dropped through as the horn sounded.

Jazz ruin Bosh's birthday behind balanced effort
Deron Williams had 18 points, 16 assists and eight rebounds, leading the Utah Jazz to a 113-87 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night.

Williams, Boozer lead Jazz over Raptors (AP)
Deron Williams had 18 points, 16 assists and eight rebounds, leading the Utah Jazz to a 113-87 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night. Carlos Boozer added 18 points and 11 rebounds, while Mehmet Okur and rookie Wesley Matthews had 16 points apiece for the Jazz, who won their third straight.

Toronto Raptors forward Hedo Turkoglu sits second half with stomach flu
Toronto forward Hedo Turkoglu missed the second half of the Raptors' game against the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night with the stomach flu.

Raptors hand Wolves 13th straight loss (AP)
Chris Bosh had 21 points and 10 rebounds to help the sluggish Toronto Raptors hand the Minnesota Timberwolves their 13th straight loss, 106-100 on Monday night. Andrea Bargnani had 19 points and seven rebounds for the Raptors, who beat the Timberwolves for the 12th consecutive time to move into a tie with Charlotte for the seventh seed in the Eastern Conference.

Bosh's 36 get slumping Raptors past Nets (AP)
With the Toronto Raptors in the midst of a slump, Chris Bosh got a little pep talk from Jarrett Jack, Antoine Wright and Marcus Banks before their game with the woeful New Jersey Nets. The message was simple. Play some basketball, have some fun and score 30 points. Bosh did that and more, scoring 23 of his 36 points in the second half and the Raptors kept the Nets on the road to an NBA single-season...

Bosh takes over to lead slumping Raptors to win
Chris Bosh scored 23 of his 36 points in the second half and the slumping Toronto Raptors kept the New Jersey Nets on the road to an NBA single-season record for losses with a 100-90 victory Saturday night.

Rose returns, Bulls snap 10-game skid (AP)
Derrick Rose scored 23 points in his return from a a sprained left wrist, and the Chicago Bulls snapped their losing streak at 10 games with a 98-84 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday night. Kirk Hinrich added 17 points and 11 assists, Brad Miller had 16 points, and Hakim Warrick 13 for the Bulls, 2 1/2 games behind Toronto for the eighth and final playoff spot in the Eastern...

Thunder ride Durant, cruise past Raptors (AP)
Kevin Durant scored 31 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to their sixth victory in seven games, 115-89 over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night. Durant was 7 of 16 from the field and 17 of 18 from the free-throw line. Jeff Green added 25 points, and Russell Westbrook had 11 points and 10 assists for the Thunder, fifth in the Western Conference at 42-25.

Durant, rolling Thunder run away from Raptors
Kevin Durant scored 31 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to their sixth victory in seven games, 115-89 over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night.

New Jersey Nets expect Devin Harris, Yi Jianlian will return against Toronto Raptors
Point guard Devin Harris and power forward Yi Jianlian practiced Friday and both said they will play for the Nets on Saturday against the Toronto Raptors at the Izod Center.

Nets' Harris, Yi expected back Saturday (AP)
The New Jersey Nets are getting reinforcements in their bid to avoid the worst record in NBA history. Point guard Devin Harris and power forward Yi Jianlian practiced Friday and both said they will play for the Nets (7-61) on Saturday against the Toronto Raptors at the Izod Center. Harris has missed the last two games with an upper respiratory infection.

Bosh's late basket gets Raptors by Hawks (AP)
Chris Bosh put a poor shooting performance behind him in a big way for the Toronto Raptors. Bosh hit a 16-foot jumper with 2.1 seconds left and the Raptors ended a five-game losing streak with a 106-105 victory over Atlanta on Wednesday night. "I shot it with confidence, and there wasn't a doubt in my mind that it (was) going in," said Bosh.

Bosh's late jumper helps Raptors stop Hawks
Chris Bosh hit a 16-foot jumper with 2.1 seconds left and the Toronto Raptors ended a five-game losing streak with a 106-105 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night.

Bosh's late basket gets Raptors by Hawks (AP)
Chris Bosh hit a 16-foot jumper with 2.1 seconds left and the Toronto Raptors ended a five-game losing streak with a 106-105 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night. Bosh was 6 of 19 from the field and finished with 14 points and 10 rebounds. He made a second-quarter layup to become the first player in franchise history to reach the 10,000-point plateau.

Evans' 29 and 11 assists power Kings (AP)
Rookie Tyreke Evans had 29 points, 11 assists and nine rebounds to lead the Sacramento Kings to a 114-100 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday night. Evans, who recorded his first career triple-double Wednesday against Toronto, scored 24 points in the opening half to help Sacramento assume a 64-49 lead.

Batum sparks Blazers to another win (AP)
Nicolas Batum scored 22 points, making five of six 3-point attempts, and the Portland Trail Blazers won their fourth straight with a 109-98 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night. LaMarcus Aldridge added 22 points and 12 rebounds for the Blazers, who have won nine of 11. Brandon Roy had 20 points.

Reeling Raptors lose fourth straight (AP)
The Toronto Raptors are quickly fading in the Eastern Conference and Chris Bosh is getting frustrated. In a brief three-minute conversation with reporters following a 124-112 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Saturday night, Bosh criticized his teammates and himself and said he's out of explanations for Toronto's slide that has the Raptors on the fringe of missing the postseason.

Heat pull away from undermanned Bulls (AP)
Jermaine O'Neal scored a season-high 25 points, Quentin Richardson added 23 and the Miami Heat added to Chicago's recent run of misery by beating the undermanned Bulls 108-95 on Friday night. Dwyane Wade scored 17 of his 22 points in the second half for Miami, which extended its season-best home winning streak to five games and passed Toronto for the No.

Evans' 1st triple-double lifts Kings over Raptors
Tyreke Evans recorded his first career triple-double with 19 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists, leading the Sacramento Kings to a 113-90 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night.

Bryant's late jumper ends Lakers' slide (AP)

Kobe Bryant hit a 17-foot fallaway jumper with 1.9 seconds left, and the Los Angeles Lakers rallied in the fourth quarter to snap their three-game losing streak with a 109-107 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night. Chris Bosh hit a 3-pointer with 9.5 seconds left to tie it for the Raptors, who outplayed the defending champions for most of the first three quarters before losing on...

Kobe's heroics ends Lakers' skid
Kobe Bryant hit a 17-foot fallaway jumper with 1.9 seconds left, and the Los Angeles Lakers rallied in the fourth quarter to snap their three-game losing streak with a 109-107 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night.

Evans' first triple-double lifts Kings (AP)

Tyreke Evans recorded his first career triple-double with 19 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists, leading the Sacramento Kings to a 113-90 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night. With frequent chants of "ROY!" (Rookie of the Year), Evans responded with a strong overall game that has typified his season.

Bosh returns but Young's 32 lift 76ers (AP)

Thaddeus Young scored a career-high 32 points, Jrue Holiday had 21 and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Toronto Raptors 114-101 on Sunday to snap a five-game losing streak. Andre Iguodala had 16 points and 10 assists and Elton Brand had 12 points and nine rebounds for the 76ers, who went nine for 12 from 3-point range.

Young scores career-high 32 as 76ers snap skid
Thaddeus Young scored a career-high 32 points, Jrue Holiday had 21 and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Toronto Raptors 114-101 on Sunday to snap a five-game losing streak.

Toronto Raptors forward Chris Bosh sent to hospital with stomach pain
Raptors forward Chris Bosh was sent to a hospital with severe stomach pains before Friday night's game against the New York Knicks, the seventh straight game he's missed.

Martin, Brooks shine as Rockets roll (AP)

Kevin Martin and Aaron Brooks scored 28 points each in three quarters and the Houston Rockets rolled to a 116-92 win over the struggling and beat-up Toronto Raptors on Monday night. The Rockets led by 32 after three and both teams played mostly reserves the rest of the way. Houston scored the first five points of the game and never trailed in this one as the Raptors dropped their fourth in a row in...

Toronto Raptors' Chris Bosh (ankle) misses 6th straight game
Toronto All-Star Chris Bosh missed his sixth consecutive game on Monday against the Houston Rockets and did not travel with the team because of a sprained left ankle.

Thunder hand Raptors third loss without Bosh
Kevin Durant scored 29 points, Nenad Krstic had a rare 3-pointer and added 16 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat Toronto 119-99 on Sunday night to send the Raptors to their third straight loss without All-Star Chris Bosh.

Thunder beat Raptors as Bosh sits again (AP)

Kevin Durant scored 29 points, Nenad Krstic had a rare 3-pointer and added 16 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat Toronto 119-99 on Sunday night to send the Raptors to their third straight loss without All-Star Chris Bosh. Oklahoma City took control with an early 12-0 run and never got much of a challenge in the second half from the Raptors without their leading scorer and rebounder.

Toronto Raptors to play fifth straight without injured Chris Bosh
All-Star forward Chris Bosh did not travel with the Toronto Raptors and missed his fifth straight game Sunday night due to a sprained left ankle.

Cavs close out Raptors in OT, win third straight
Mo Williams made back-to-back 3-pointers in overtime and finished with 22 points, LeBron James scored 36, and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Toronto Raptors 126-118 on Friday night.

Cavs get past Raptors 126-118 in OT (AP)

Mo Williams made back-to-back 3-pointers in overtime and finished with 22 points, LeBron James scored 36, and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Toronto Raptors 126-118 on Friday night. Antawn Jamison scored 22 points and Delonte West added 15 for Cleveland, which won its third straight. Anderson Varejao had 11 points and eight rebounds before fouling out with 2:12 left in the fourth quarter.

Miller, Roy lead Blazers past Raptors (AP)

Andre Miller had 18 points, 10 assists and seven rebounds, Brandon Roy scored 20 points, and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Toronto Raptors 101-87 on Wednesday night. Rudy Fernandez scored 17 points, Jerryd Bayless had 11 and Juwan Howard 10 for the Trail Blazers, who won their second straight to open a five-game road trip that will also take them to Chicago, Minnesota and Memphis.

Raptors drop Wizards without Bosh
With All-Star Chris Bosh nursing a sore ankle, Jarrett Jack declared himself the go-to guy for the Toronto Raptors. Then he went out and delivered.

Bosh (ankle) out again; Raptors topple Wizards
Jarrett Jack had 23 points and eight assists, Antoine Wright scored a season-high 19 points and Toronto beat the Washington Wizards 109-104 on Saturday night, the Raptors' ninth victory in 10 home games.

Jack, Wright lead Raptors past Wizards (AP)

Jarrett Jack had 23 points and eight assists, Antoine Wright scored a season-high 19 points and Toronto beat the Washington Wizards 109-104 on Saturday night, the Raptors' ninth victory in 10 home games. Andrea Bargnani added 18 points, Hedo Turkoglu had 16, and Rasho Nesterovic and Jose Calderon each had 10 for Toronto, which topped 100 points for the 20th straight game and won its second...

Bosh-less Raptors use depth to beat Nets (AP)

Rasho Nesterovic scored a season-high 16 points replacing a sidelined Chris Bosh and the Toronto Raptors showed off their depth without an injured All-Star in a 106-89 victory over the New Jersey Nets on Friday night. Jarrett Jack added 18 points and Jose Calderon had 16 points as the Raptors had seven players in double figures in dropping the Nets to 5-50.

Toronto Raptors Chris Bosh mises game vs. Nets with sprained ankle
All-Star forward Chris Bosh missed the Toronto Raptors' game against the New Jersey Nets on Friday night with a sprained left ankle.

Wallace, Pierce help Celtics beat Kings (AP)

Rasheed Wallace and Paul Pierce each scored 17 points, and the Boston Celtics held off the Sacramento Kings for a 95-92 victory on Tuesday night. The victory snapped a two-game losing streak for the Celtics, who had lost five of eight games before the All-Star break. Boston is 10-13 since Christmas and has seen its Atlantic Division lead shrink to 4 1/2 games over second-place Toronto.

Gay's 29 lift Grizzlies by Raptors in OT (AP)

Rudy Gay scored eight of his 29 points in overtime and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Toronto Raptors 109-102 on Wednesday night to snap a five-game losing streak. Zach Randolph had 24 points and 11 rebounds, and Marc Gasol had 12 points and 10 rebounds for the Grizzlies, who had lost seven of their last eight.

Toronto Raptors rookie DeMar DeRozan tips Eric Gordon in All-Star Dunk In
Toronto rookie DeMar DeRozan has won the inaugural All-Star "Dunk-In" to earn a place in the slam dunk contest.

Raptors extend home winning streak to 8 (AP)

Chris Bosh had 23 points and 10 rebounds, and Jose Calderon converted a go-ahead four-point play as the Toronto Raptors held on to extend their home winning streak to eight games with a 104-93 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night. Andrea Bargnani scored 16 points, and DeMar DeRozan and Sonny Weems each had 14 as the Raptors topped 100 for the 17th consecutive game.

Bosh's 36 points, 11 boards lift Raps past Kings
Chris Bosh had 36 points and 11 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani scored 22 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the Kings 115-104 on Sunday afternoon, extending Sacramento's losing streak to six games.

Bosh's 36 and 11 keep Raptors hot (AP)

Chris Bosh had 36 points and 11 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani scored 22 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the Kings 115-104 on Sunday afternoon, extending Sacramento's losing streak to six games. Hedo Turkoglu and Antoine Wright each scored 16 points as Toronto topped 100 points for the 16th consecutive game and won its seventh straight home game.

Bosh leads short-handed Raptors by Nets (AP)

Chris Bosh scored 20 points, Sonny Weems set career highs with 14 points and 11 rebounds and the short-handed Toronto Raptors beat the New Jersey Nets 108-99 on Wednesday night, their fifth win in six games. A night after scoring a career-high 34 points in a road loss to Indiana, Andrea Bargnani had 20 points for Toronto.

Pacers snap Raptors' win streak at 5 (AP)

Danny Granger scored 23 points and the Indiana Pacers snapped the Toronto Raptors' five-game winning streak with a 130-115 victory on Tuesday night. Troy Murphy had 20 points and 14 rebounds for Indiana, which ended a three-game skid. Roy Hibbert had 18 points and nine boards, and Earl Watson added 15 points and a season-high 11 assists.

Bosh's double-double powers Raptors to victory
Chris Bosh had 26 points and 15 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani scored 17 points and the Toronto Raptors won their fifth straight game, beating the Indiana Pacers 117-102 on Sunday night.

Bosh lifts Raptors to fifth straight win (AP)

Chris Bosh had 26 points and 15 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani scored 17 points and the Toronto Raptors won their fifth straight game, beating the Indiana Pacers 117-102 on Sunday night. Former Pacers guard Jarrett Jack scored 16 points and was one of seven Raptors to reach double figures as Toronto shot a season-best 60.2 percent (50 for 83) and topped 100 points for the 13th straight game.

Knicks' Jeffries, Harrington day to day (AP)
Forwards Jared Jeffries and Al Harrington are questionable for the New York Knicks' game at Washington on Saturday. Jeffries missed the second half of the Knicks' 106-104 loss to Toronto on Thursday because of a hyperextended right knee. An MRI exam Friday confirmed a bone bruise, and the team said Jeffries would be listed as day-to-day.

Turkoglu sets season highs; Raptors rip Knicks
All-Star Chris Bosh had 27 points and 15 rebounds, Hedo Turkoglu set season highs with 26 points and 11 rebounds and the Toronto Raptors rallied to beat the New York Knicks.

Bosh, Turkoglu lead Raptors past Knicks (AP)

All-Star Chris Bosh had 27 points and 15 rebounds, Hedo Turkoglu set season highs with 26 points and 11 rebounds and the Toronto Raptors rallied to beat the New York Knicks 106-104 on Thursday night. Jarrett Jack made one of two free throws in the final seconds and drew a charging call on Al Harrington on New York's final possession, helping Toronto hold on for its fourth consecutive victory.

New York Knicks forward Jared Jeffries hyperextends right knee vs. Toronto Raptors
Jared Jeffries left the New York Knicks' game against the Toronto Raptors after hyperextending his right knee.

Beasley (knee) goes down; Heat fall to Raptors
Chris Bosh had 24 points and a season-high 18 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani scored 27 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the Miami Heat 111-103 on Wednesday night.

Bosh, Bargnani lift Raptors over Heat (AP)

Chris Bosh had 24 points and a season-high 18 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani scored 27 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the Miami Heat 111-103 on Wednesday night. Dwyane Wade had 35 points and 10 rebounds and former Raptors center Jermaine O'Neal scored 22 for Miami, which lost Michael Beasley to a right knee injury.

Late Turkoglu FTs get Raptors by Lakers (AP)
Hedo Turkoglu made two free throws with 1.2 seconds left as the Toronto Raptors beat the Los Angeles Lakers 106-105 on Sunday night Andrea Bargnani scored 22 points, Chris Bosh and Jarrett Jack each had 18 and Marco Belinelli added 15 for the Raptors, who are 6-0 at home this season against Western Conference opponents.

Jack's season-high 27 lift Raptors (AP)

Jarrett Jack scored a season-high 27 points, Chris Bosh added 17 and the Toronto Raptors beat the Milwaukee Bucks 101-96 on Friday night. Marco Belinelli scored 16 points and DeMar DeRozan had 12 for the Raptors, who avenged a 113-107 loss in Milwaukee on Wednesday night. Luke Ridnour scored a season-high 27 points and Andrew Bogut added 22 for the Bucks, who have lost three of four.

Bogut, Bucks survive Bosh's 44 to sink Raptors
Andrew Bogut had 27 points and 12 rebounds before fouling out and the Milwaukee Bucks held on to beat the Toronto Raptors 113-107 on Wednesday night, overcoming Chris Bosh's career-high 44 points.

Bucks overcome Bosh's 44, top Raptors (AP)
Andrew Bogut had 27 points and 12 rebounds before fouling out and the Milwaukee Bucks held on to beat the Toronto Raptors 113-107 on Wednesday night, overcoming Chris Bosh's career-high 44 points. The Bucks, leading 103-100, appeared to be in big trouble after Bogut picked up his sixth foul on the offensive end with 4:11 left when Jarrett Jack slipped in behind him and drew a foul.

Cavaliers, Lakers to renew acquaintances (AP)
Seconds after LeBron James and his Cavaliers teammates dismissed the Toronto Raptors, one excited Cleveland fan began a solitary chant. "Beat L.A., Beat L.A.," he screamed. Dude, chill. It's January. But maybe not too early to dream about June. After all, Kobe Bryant and the Lakers are coming.

Cavs' O'Neal wants stars in dunk contest (AP)
Shaquille O'Neal has a plan to save the NBA's All-Star dunk contest: Bring back the superstars and do it for devastated Haiti. Following Tuesday night's win over Toronto, O'Neal was asked if he would like to see teammate LeBron James participate in this year's event. That's when he offered his idea.

Shaq hits 28K as Cavs extend home domination
LeBron James scored 28 points and performed a few signature dunks, Mo Williams added 22 and the Cleveland Cavaliers began a long stretch of home games over the next month with a 108-100 win over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night.

Shaq reaches 28,000 points in Cavs' win (AP)

LeBron James scored 28 points and performed a few signature dunks, Mo Williams added 22 and the Cleveland Cavaliers began a long stretch of home games over the next month with a 108-100 win over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night. James had11 assists and nine rebounds as the Cavs, who just returned from a long road trip, improved to 15-3 at Quicken Loans Arena, where they'll play 10 of their...

Stackhouse ready to play for Bucks (AP)
Jerry Stackhouse says he'll be fresh and ready when he makes his debut for the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday night. But the 15-year veteran forward isn't sure exactly what he'll be able to provide or how many minutes he'll play against Toronto. Stackhouse was limited by injuries and played only 10 games last year in Dallas before his contract was bought out following an offseason...

Robinson returns to defend dunk title (AP)
Defending champion Nate Robinson will return to the slam dunk contest, trying to become the first three-time winner. The Knicks guard will be joined by Charlotte's Gerald Wallace and Lakers guard Shannon Brown. The fourth contestant will be determined by a dunk-off during halftime of the rookie game between the Clippers' Eric Gordon and Toronto rookie DeMar DeRozan.

Dirk's 37 help Mavs top slumping Celtics (AP)

Dirk Nowitzki had 37 points, scoring nine in a row during a third-quarter run that gave the Mavericks the lead for good, and Dallas beat the Boston Celtics 99-90 on Monday night. Jason Kidd scored 13 points and added 17 assists for the Mavericks, who had lost three of their previous four games, including a 22-point loss at Toronto on Sunday.

Bosh, Bargnani lead Raptors past Mavericks
Chris Bosh had 23 points and 13 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani scored 22 and the Toronto Raptors beat the Dallas Mavericks 110-88 on Sunday.

Bosh's 23 and 13 lift Raptors past Mavs (AP)
Chris Bosh had 23 points and 13 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani scored 22 and the Toronto Raptors beat the Dallas Mavericks 110-88 on Sunday. Jose Calderon had 15 points and Jarrett Jack scored 11 as the Raptors took the lead with a huge second quarter and never trailed again, leading by as many as 26. Toronto won for the seventh time in eight home games, reaching the midpoint of its season at 21-20.

Fast start fires Bargnani, Raptors past Knicks
Andrea Bargnani had 24 points and 12 rebounds, helping the Toronto Raptors get off to a sizzling start in a 112-104 victory over the New York Knicks on Friday night.

Raptors start strong, hold off Knicks (AP)

Andrea Bargnani had 24 points and 12 rebounds, helping the Toronto Raptors get off to a sizzling start in a 112-104 victory over the New York Knicks on Friday night. Jose Calderon matched a season high with 21 points, rookie DeMar DeRozan scored 19 and Chris Bosh had 18 for the Raptors, who bounced back from consecutive losses and got back to .500 at 20-20.

DeMar DeRozan, Eric Gordon to vie for 4th dunk contest spot in All-Star Dunk-In
DeMar DeRozan of the Toronto Raptors and Eric Gordon of the Los Angeles Clippers will compete in the NBA All-Star Dunk-In competition to determine the fourth spot in the All-Star slam dunk contest.

Granger, Dunleavy rally Pacers past Suns (AP)

Danny Granger scored 33 points, Mike Dunleavy added a season-high 30 and the Indiana Pacers overcame a 24-point deficit to beat the Phoenix Suns 122-114 on Wednesday night. It was the second straight game the Pacers trailed by more than 20 points in the second quarter and won. Indiana was down 23 against Toronto on Monday before rallying for a victory.

Pacers rally from 23 down, beat Raptors (AP)

Danny Granger scored 23 points, and the Indiana Pacers overcame a 23-point deficit to beat the Toronto Raptors 105-101 on Monday night. Troy Murphy had 20 points and 16 rebounds, A.J. Price scored 16 points and Mike Dunleavy added 15 for the Pacers, who had lost two straight. It was Indiana's first win since Granger's return from a heel injury that had kept him out for a month.

Rondo's triple-double sends Celtics past Raptors
Rajon Rondo had 22 points, 13 assists and 10 rebounds for his first triple-double of the season, Rasheed Wallace scored a season-high 29 points and the Boston Celtics beat Toronto 114-107 on Sunday for their seventh straight win over the Raptors.

Rondo has triple-double as Celtics win (AP)

Rajon Rondo had 22 points, 13 assists and 10 rebounds for his first triple-double of the season, Rasheed Wallace scored a season-high 29 points and the Boston Celtics beat Toronto 114-107 on Sunday for their seventh straight win over the Raptors. Wallace made five of Boston's 11 3-pointers. Ray Allen, Paul Pierce and Kendrick Perkins each scored 16 points for Boston, which had lost four of six...

Ben Gordon gets NBA's 10 millionth point (AP)
Detroit's Ben Gordon has scored the 10 millionth point in NBA history. Gordon made a jumper with 3:51 left in the second quarter of the Pistons' game against the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday for the milestone point. The first NBA points were scored by New York's Ossie Schectman on Nov. 1, 1946, at Toronto's Maple Leaf Gardens.

AI could skip All-Star game due to knee (AP)
Philadelphia 76ers guard Allen Iverson could skip the All-Star game if he's voted an Eastern Conference starter because of his arthritic left knee. Iverson hobbled into the Sixers' locker room after their loss to Toronto on Friday night. He says he had the knee drained again before the game and it continues to give him trouble.

Bosh's late 3 helps Raptors top Sixers (AP)

Chris Bosh made the go-ahead three-point play with 8.4 seconds left, and had 29 points and nine rebounds to lead the Toronto Raptors to a 108-106 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night. Andrea Bargnani scored 23 points to help the Raptors rally from a 13-point hole and win their third straight game.

Late Magic rally falls short as Raptors prevail
Andrea Bargnani and Chris Bosh had 18 points apiece, and the Toronto Raptors nearly blew an 18-point fourth quarter lead before holding off the Orlando Magic for a 108-103 victory Wednesday night.

Raptors nearly blow lead, hold off Magic (AP)

Andrea Bargnani and Chris Bosh had 18 points apiece, and the Toronto Raptors nearly blew an 18-point fourth quarter lead before holding off the Orlando Magic for a 108-103 victory Wednesday night. Hedo Turkoglu added 17 points to help the Raptors win for the seventh time in their last eight games. They also got a boost with five points from Jose Calderon in his return from a hip strain.

Bosh leads Raptors over Spurs at home
Chris Bosh scored 22 points to become the leading scorer in Raptors history and lead Toronto to a 91-86 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday night.

Bosh sets Raptors scoring record in win (AP)

Chris Bosh scored 22 points to become the leading scorer in Raptors history and lead Toronto to a 91-86 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday night. Bosh, who also had 15 rebounds, made a jumper from the top of the key with 1:39 left in the third quarter to eclipse Vince Carter's mark of 9,420 points.

Minus 3 starters, Celtics beat Raptors (AP)

Ray Allen scored 23 points, Rasheed Wallace added 16 and the Boston Celtics beat the Toronto Raptors 103-96 on Saturday night despite missing three starters because of injuries. The victory snapped a three-game losing streak for Boston and ended the Raptors' season-high five-game winning streak. Paul Pierce missed his fifth straight game after having a pair of minor surgical procedures for an...

Celtics without Pierce, Garnett, Rondo (AP)
Boston coach Doc Rivers opened his pregame press conference by joking that he was going to see some court time. It's a sign of what his lineup looks like due to a recent run of injuries. "I am playing tonight. Yes, I am," Rivers said. The Celtics' "Big Three" was reduced to one Friday night against Toronto -- forward Ray Allen.

Bosh, Bargnani lead surging Raptors (AP)

Chris Bosh had 33 points and 13 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani matched his season high with 28 points, and the Toronto Raptors beat the Charlotte Bobcats 107-103 on Wednesday night for their season-high fifth straight victory. Marco Belinelli scored 13 points and rookie DeMar DeRozan had 10 as Toronto avenged its worst defeat of the season, a 116-81 loss at Charlotte on Nov.

Pistons get healthy but skid reaches 7 (AP)

Chris Bosh had 25 points and 16 rebounds, Jarrett Jack scored 17 points and the Toronto Raptors extended their winning streak to a season-high four games, beating the Detroit Pistons 102-95 on Sunday. Even with Richard Hamilton, Tayshaun Prince and Ben Gordon all back in the lineup, the Pistons couldn't stop their losing streak from reaching seven games.

Bargnani, Raptors pound undermanned Pistons
Andrea Bargnani scored 21 points, Hedo Turkoglu added 11 points and a season-best 11 assists and the Toronto Raptors beat the shorthanded Detroit Pistons.

Raptors rout short-handed Pistons 94-64 (AP)

Andrea Bargnani scored 21 points, Hedo Turkoglu added 11 points and a season-best 11 assists and the Toronto Raptors beat the shorthanded Detroit Pistons 94-64 on Wednesday night, matching the lowest point total in franchise history. Detroit, which has lost six straight, played without Ben Gordon (ankle), Richard Hamilton (hamstring) and Tayshaun Prince (back).

Detroit Pistons will be without without Gordon, Rip, Prince vs. Raptors
The slumping Detroit Pistons didn't get any good roster news for their game against the Toronto Raptors.

Raptors hold off Hornets 98-92 (AP)

Chris Bosh had 25 points and 11 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani had 13 points and 11 boards and the Toronto Raptors beat the New Orleans Hornets 98-92 on Sunday. Jarrett Jack had 15 points and Hedo Turkoglu scored 14 for the Raptors, who held the Hornets to 39 percent shooting. Jack and Turkoglu also had seven assists apiece, and Amir Johnson added 12 rebounds.

Raptors easily bounce Nets with balanced attack
Amir Johnson scored a season-high 18 points, Chris Bosh had 16 points and eight rebounds, and the Toronto Raptors easily dispatched the New Jersey Nets 118-95 Friday night.

Johnson helps balanced Raptors rip Nets (AP)

Amir Johnson scored a season-high 18 points, Chris Bosh had 16 points and eight rebounds, and the Toronto Raptors easily dispatched the New Jersey Nets 118-95 Friday night. Andrea Bargnani and DeMar DeRozan each scored 16 points while Hedo Turkoglu and Marcus Banks each had 14 for the Raptors, who had lost four of five.

Magic spoil Turkoglu's return to Orlando (AP)

Dwight Howard has a message to fans sitting courtside: Look out. Howard had 18 points, 14 rebounds and eight blocks, and the Orlando Magic spoiled Hedo Turkoglu's return with a 118-99 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night. The reigning Defensive Player of the Year had fans dodging balls in the stands at near the rate of the burritos being chucked into seats with pressurized guns...

Houston Rockets' Trevor Ariza suspended one game for forearm
Houston Rockets forward Trevor Ariza says he's earned a one-game suspension after he was ejected from Sunday's game in Toronto for throwing a forearm at Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan.

Ariza suspended one game for throwing forearm
Houston Rockets forward Trevor Ariza says he's earned a one-game suspension after he was ejected from Sunday's game in Toronto for throwing a forearm at Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan. Ariza said Monday that he'll have to sit out Tuesday's game against Detroit. NBA spokesman Tim Frank would not immediately confirm the suspension, saying that "no decision has been made." The 6-foot-8 Ariza is Houston's second-leading scorer, averaging 17 points.

Rockets F Ariza suspended 1 game (AP)
Houston Rockets forward Trevor Ariza says he's earned a one-game suspension after he was ejected from Sunday's game in Toronto for throwing a forearm at Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan. Ariza said Monday that he'll have to sit out Tuesday's game against Detroit. NBA spokesman Tim Frank would not immediately confirm the suspension, saying that "no decision has been made." The...

Bosh's 27 points lead Raptors to rout of Rockets
Chris Bosh scored 27 points and Hedo Turkoglu had a season-high 23 as the Toronto Raptors beat the Houston Rockets 101-88 on Sunday.

Bosh, Turkoglu power Raptors by Rockets (AP)

Chris Bosh scored 27 points and Hedo Turkoglu had a season-high 23 as the Toronto Raptors beat the Houston Rockets 101-88 on Sunday. Jarrett Jack added 17 points, eight rebounds and eight assists for the Raptors, who snapped a two-game losing streak. Andrea Bargnani also had 14 points, and Sonny Weems had 11.

Hawks hand Raptors another double-digit loss
Joe Johnson scored 20 points, Jamal Crawford and Maurice Evans each had 15 and the Hawks handed the Raptors another double-digit loss, beating Toronto 111-89.

Balanced Hawks rout Raptors again (AP)

Joe Johnson scored 20 points, Jamal Crawford and Maurice Evans each had 15, and the Atlanta Hawks handed the Raptors another double-digit loss, beating Toronto 111-89 on Friday night. Zaza Pachulia scored 14 points, Jeff Teague had 11 and Al Horford scored 10 for Atlanta, which has won three straight and five of seven.

Jennings' 22 help Bucks snap 4-game skid (AP)

Rookie Brandon Jennings scored 22 points, lifting the slumping Milwaukee Bucks to a 117-95 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night. Milwaukee, losers of eight of 10, snapped a four-game skid by controlling this game from the start. The Bucks scored over 100 points for just the second time in the 10-game stretch to end Toronto's three-game winning streak.

Raptors win 11th straight over Wolves (AP)
Chris Bosh had 21 points and 16 rebounds, Jarrett Jack had 17 points and eight assists and the Toronto Raptors beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 94-88 on Tuesday night for their first three-game win streak this season. Hedo Turkoglu scored 16 points, and DeMar DeRozan and Andrea Bargnani each added 15 as Toronto extended its winning streak over Minnesota to 11 games.

Turkoglu's OT jumper ends Raptors' skid (AP)

Two days ago, everything was going wrong for the Toronto Raptors. They had given up 146 points in a loss at Atlanta - the second-most allowed in the team's 15-year history - extending their losing streak to five games. Discontent led to a closed-door team meeting Friday morning. On Friday night, Hedo Turkoglu's jumper with 8.1 seconds left in overtime capped a 109-107 victory over the...

Bosh leads way as Raptors crush spiraling Bulls
Chris Bosh had 25 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Toronto Raptors to a 110-78 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Saturday night.

Bosh helps Raptors rip Bulls 110-78 (AP)

Chris Bosh had 25 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Toronto Raptors to a 110-78 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Saturday night. Coming off an overtime victory in Washington on Friday night that snapped a five-game losing streak, the Raptors had it easy this time. They led 37-16 after the first quarter, with Bosh again leading the way after scoring 31 points and grabbing 16 rebounds in the night...

Bulls C Noah ejected vs. Raptors (AP)
Bulls center Joakim Noah was ejected in the third quarter of Chicago's game against the Toronto Raptors on Saturday night after picking up his second technical foul. The Bulls were trailing 74-47 with 7:19 left in the period when Noah got tossed after a foul call against teammate Taj Gibson. Noah also was whistled for a technical for arguing in the first quarter.

Turkoglu's jumper lifts Raptors over Wiz in OT
Hedo Turkoglu hit a jumper with 8.1 seconds left in overtime to give Toronto a 109-107 victory over the Washington Wizards on Friday night, snapping the Raptors' losing streak at five games.

Turkoglu's OT jumper ends Raptors' skid (AP)

Hedo Turkoglu hit a jumper with 8.1 seconds left in overtime to give Toronto a 109-107 victory over the Washington Wizards on Friday night, snapping the Raptors' losing streak at five games. Turkoglu scored Toronto's final six points and finished with 20 overall. Chris Bosh led the Raptors with 31 points and 16 rebounds.

Hawks score 146 in rout of Raptors (AP)

Al Horford had 24 points to lead nine scorers in double figures and the Atlanta Hawks enjoyed their best offensive night in 16 years to beat the slumping Toronto Raptors 146-115 on Wednesday night. The Hawks had their highest-scoring game since Jan. 30, 1993, when they beat Philadelphia 149-123. They had nine players in double figures for the first time since Dec.

Wizards' offense heats up to fight past Raptors
Antawn Jamison had 30 points and 12 rebounds, Gilbert Arenas had 22 points and nine assists and the Washington Wizards beat the Toronto Raptors 106-102 on Tuesday night.

Jamison, Arenas lead Wizards past Raptors (AP)

Antawn Jamison had 30 points and 12 rebounds, Gilbert Arenas had 22 points and nine assists and the Washington Wizards beat the Toronto Raptors 106-102 on Tuesday night. Caron Butler scored 19 points, and Brendan Haywood had 15 points and nine rebounds for the Wizards, who have won three of four. Chris Bosh had 22 points and 14 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani had 20 points and 11 rebounds and Jose...

NBA fines Stoudemire, Chandler for in-game tweets
The NBA fined Phoenix Suns forward Amare Stoudemire and Charlotte Bobcats forward Tyson Chandler $7,500 each Sunday for posting to their Twitter accounts during games in violation of league rules. Stoudemire's Twitter feed was updated during the Suns' 126-111 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday, and Chandler tweeted a message the same night while the Bobcats were on their way to a 116-81 win over Toronto.

Suns win 12th straight over Raptors (AP)

Steve Nash had 20 points and 16 assists, Jason Richardson scored 22 points and the Phoenix Suns won their fourth straight game, 113-94 over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday. Amare Stoudemire had 18 points and Leandro Barbosa added 17 before leaving with a sore left ankle. Channing Frye scored 15 as Phoenix won its 12th straight over Toronto.

Suns continue reign over Raptors behind Nash
Steve Nash had 20 points and 16 assists, Jason Richardson scored 22 points and the Phoenix Suns won their fourth straight game, 113-94 over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday.

Celtics ride Allen, Perkins to third straight win
Ray Allen scored 20 points, Paul Pierce and Kendrick Perkins had 18 apiece, and the Boston Celtics beat the Toronto Raptors 116-103 on Friday night.

Celtics win third straight, beat Raptors (AP)

Ray Allen scored 20 points, Paul Pierce and Kendrick Perkins had 18 apiece, and the Boston Celtics beat the Toronto Raptors 116-103 on Friday night. Rajon Rondo had 12 points and 11 assists as the Celtics won their third in a row for the first time since opening the season with six straight victories.

Bobcats blister Raptors in team's biggest rout
Gerald Wallace broke out of his shooting slump with 31 points and grabbed 13 rebounds, helping the Charlotte Bobcats to the most lopsided victory in team history, 116-81 over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night.

Bobcats post easiest win in team history (AP)

Gerald Wallace broke out of his shooting slump with 31 points and grabbed 13 rebounds, helping the Charlotte Bobcats to the most lopsided victory in team history, 116-81 over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night. Stephen Jackson added 23 points for Charlotte, which held the listless Raptors to 35 percent shooting.

Charlotte center Chandler returns from balky back
Charlotte Bobcats center Tyson Chandler will play against Toronto after missing two games with back spasms. Chandler had practiced the past two days and coach Larry Brown said before Wednesday's game that he would start out guarding Raptors big man Chris Bosh Chandler is averaging just 6.1 points and 6.5 assists since being acquired in the offseason from New Orleans in exchange for Emeka Okafor.

Bobcats C Chandler returns vs. Raptors (AP)
Charlotte Bobcats center Tyson Chandler will play against Toronto after missing two games with back spasms. Chandler had practiced the past two days and coach Larry Brown said before Wednesday's game that he would start out guarding Raptors big man Chris Bosh Chandler is averaging just 6.1 points and 6.5 assists since being acquired in the offseason from New Orleans in exchange for Emeka...

Bosh, Calderon lead Raptors past Pacers (AP)

Chris Bosh had 16 points and 12 rebounds, Jose Calderon scored a season-high 21 points and the Toronto Raptors handed the Indiana Pacers their fourth straight loss, 123-112 on Tuesday night. Jarrett Jack scored 18 against his former team, Andrea Bargnani and Hedo Turkoglu each had 14 for the Raptors, who won for just the second time in six games.

Carter, Howard keep Magic in gear vs. Raptors
TORONTO -- Vince Carter scored 24 points, Dwight Howard had 17 points and 12 rebounds and the Orlando Magic won their fifth straight game, 104-96 over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday.

Magic top Raptors for fifth straight win (AP)

Vince Carter scored 24 points, Dwight Howard had 17 points and 12 rebounds and the Orlando Magic won their fifth straight game, 104-96 over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday. J.J. Redick had 19 points, Jason Williams had 16 and Rashard Lewis added 11 for the Magic, who have won eight of 10. Chris Bosh scored 22 points, Jose Calderon had 16 and Hedo Turkoglu scored 12 for Toronto, which has lost four of...

Clips overcome Anthony's 37, top Nuggets (AP)

Reserve forward Rasual Butler scored 27 points, Al Thornton added 18 and the Los Angeles Clippers withstood an early scoring spree from Carmelo Anthony to beat the Denver Nuggets 106-99 on Friday night. Chris Kaman had 13 points, seven rebounds and six assists for the Clippers. The Nuggets, coming off one-sided victories over the Lakers and Toronto Raptors, lost to the Clippers for the first time...

Bosh, Bargnani lead Raptors past Heat (AP)

Chris Bosh had 29 points and 12 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani had 24 points and 10 rebounds and the Toronto Raptors beat the Miami Heat 120-113 on Friday night to snap a three-game losing streak. It's the second straight game that Bosh and Bargnani each had a double-double, after doing it in Wednesday's 104-91 loss at Utah.

Bosh, Bargnani combine to end Raptors' skid
Chris Bosh had 29 points and 12 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani had 24 points and 10 rebounds and the Toronto Raptors beat the Miami Heat 120-113 on Friday night to snap a three-game losing streak.

Maynor's 4th-quarter run lifts Jazz over Raptors
Rookie Eric Maynor scored 11 of his 15 points in the fourth quarter and helped the Utah Jazz hang on for a 104-91 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night.

Maynor, Jazz hold off Raptors 104-91 (AP)

Rookie Eric Maynor scored 11 of his 15 points in the fourth quarter and helped the Utah Jazz hang on for a 104-91 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night. The Jazz let an 18-point lead slip to one early in the fourth before pulling away for their ninth straight win over the Raptors. Carlos Boozer had 22 points and 18 rebounds and Deron Williams added 20 points and nine assists for the...

'Melo lifts Nuggets over Raptors 130-112 (AP)

Carmelo Anthony scored 32 points and reserve J.R. Smith had 29, leading the Denver Nuggets past the Toronto Raptors 130-112 on Tuesday night. Anthony is the only player in the NBA to score at least 20 points in all of his team's games so far. He's topped 30 points seven times and 40 points twice.

Pops Mensah-Bonsu back with Toronto Raptors; Hedo Turkoglu sits out
Toronto has claimed forward Pops Mensah-Bonsu off waivers from Houston and he is expected to be in uniform for the Raptors' game at Denver.

Injured Turkoglu sits vs. Nuggets (AP)
Toronto has claimed forward Pops Mensah-Bonsu off waivers from Houston and he is expected to be in uniform for the Raptors' game at Denver. Forward Hedo Turkoglu has been ruled out for Tuesday night's game against the Nuggets with a sore left hip and will be replaced in the starting lineup by Antoine Wright, who's dealing with a sore left ankle.

Marion leaves game with sprained ankle (AP)
Shawn Marion has left the Dallas Mavericks' game at Milwaukee with a sprained ankle and will not return. Marion departed with 2:19 to go in the first half Monday night and the team said early in the third quarter he would not return. The forward finished with six points. The 31-year-old Marion was acquired from Toronto in a four-team, eight-player deal in July.

Williams ready to play with Jazz again
Utah point guard Deron Williams says he will play Wednesday when the Jazz host the Toronto Raptors. Williams returned to practice Monday after missing two games to be with his daughter while she went through medical tests for an undisclosed condition. Williams says he has no updates on his daughter's health, but does plan to be with the Jazz when they play the Raptors. Williams left the team halfway through an Eastern Conference road trip last week and returned to Utah.

Deron Williams returns to Utah Jazz, plans to play vs. Toronto Raptors
Utah point guard Deron Williams says he will play Wednesday when the Jazz host the Raptors.

Stoudemire rebounds to lead Suns over Raptors
Amare Stoudemire followed one of the worst games of his career with his best game of the season, scoring 30 points to lead Phoenix to a 101-100 victory over Toronto on Sunday night, the Suns' 11th straight win over the Raptors.

Suns win 11th straight vs. Raptors (AP)

Amare Stoudemire followed one of the worst games of his career with his best game of the season, scoring 30 points to lead Phoenix to a 101-100 victory over Toronto on Sunday night, the Suns' 11th straight win over the Raptors. The Suns improved to an NBA-best 9-2, winning their 13th in a row at home.

Mavs' Howard out indefinitely with ankle injury
Dallas Mavericks forward Josh Howard is out indefinitely to continue his recovery from surgery on his left ankle. Howard missed all the preseason and the first five games of the regular season after having arthroscopic surgery on his ankle and wrist in May. He returned to the starting lineup on Saturday against Toronto and played in the past three games. Coach Rick Carlisle said Friday that Howard needs more time to recover. He did not put a timetable on Howard's return.

Bosh, Calderon lead Raptors over Bulls (AP)
Chris Bosh had 28 points and 11 rebounds, and Jose Calderon added 18 points to help the Toronto Raptors beat the Chicago Bulls 99-89 on Wednesday night. Andrea Bargnani had 16 points, and Hedo Turkoglu 11 as Toronto evened its record at 4-4. The Raptors won for the third time when playing at home against an opponent playing the second game of a back-to-back.

Ginobili's 36 lift short-handed Spurs (AP)

Manu Ginobili scored 36 points without Tim Duncan and Tony Parker in the lineup and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Toronto Raptors 131-124 on Monday night. Ginobili hit four 3-pointers in the fourth quarter and the Spurs somehow shook the rust off their sputtering offense with their two leading scorers sidelined.

Duncan joins Parker with injured ankles (AP)
Tim Duncan has a swollen left ankle that will keep him on the bench with Tony Parker. The Spurs announced before Monday's game against Toronto that MRI tests on Duncan revealed no structural damage. Duncan played a season-high 35 minutes and 14 points in a loss at Portland on Friday. Parker was already out with a left ankle injury of his own.

San Antonio Spurs' Tony Parker expected out Monday vs. Toronto Raptors
Spurs guard Tony Parker is not expected to play Monday against Toronto because of a sore left ankle.

Howard scores 16 in season debut to lift Mavs
Dirk Nowitzki had 29 points and nine rebounds, and Josh Howard scored 16 in his season debut in the Dallas Mavericks' 129-101 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Saturday night.

Howard returns, helps Mavs rip Raptors (AP)

Dirk Nowitzki had 29 points and nine rebounds, and Josh Howard scored 16 in his season debut in the Dallas Mavericks' 129-101 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Saturday night. Jason Terry added 19 points, and Shawn Marion had 18 points and eight rebounds for Dallas, hitting his last nine attempts from the field.

Raptors use big run to defeat Hornets (AP)

Chris Bosh scored 27 points and the Toronto Raptors used a 27-4 run in the third quarter to take control of a 107-90 victory over the New Orleans Hornets on Friday night. The Raptors trailed 56-51 before hitting a barrage of open 3-pointers to put the game away. Bosh?s 3 gave them the lead for good, 57-56, and Hedo Turkoglu and Andrea Bargnani both hit three 3s in the next 7 minutes as Toronto went...

Ontario to probe Raptors, flu shots (AP)
Ontario health minister Deb Matthews vowed Thursday to investigate whether Toronto's NBA and NHL players jumped the line for the swine flu shot while other groups are being forced to wait as the province's supply dwindles. Matthews said she shares the outrage sparked by reports that Maple Leafs and Raptors players got the shot even though the province doesn't have enough yet to...

Bargnani's 1st double-double fuels Raptors' win
Andrea Bargnani had 22 points and 12 rebounds for his first double-double of the season, Chris Bosh scored 25 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the Detroit Pistons 110-99 on Wednesday night.

Bargnani, Bosh lead Raptors past Pistons (AP)

Andrea Bargnani had 22 points and 12 rebounds for his first double-double of the season, Chris Bosh scored 25 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the Detroit Pistons 110-99 on Wednesday night. Hedo Turkoglu added 16 points and Antoine Wright had 12 for the Raptors, who had lost seven of their previous eight games against the Pistons.

Nelson, Redick lead Magic past Raptors (AP)

Jameer Nelson scored 30 points, J.J. Redick had a career-high 27 and the Orlando Magic used a season-high 17 3-pointers to beat the Toronto Raptors 125-116 on Sunday. Dwight Howard had 24 points and 11 rebounds, Ryan Anderson scored 20 and the Magic (3-0) remained unbeaten after going 8-0 in the preseason.

Magic remain unbeaten by sinking 17 3-pointers
Jameer Nelson scored 30 points, J.J. Redick had a career-high 27 and the Orlando Magic used a season-high 17 3-pointers to beat the Toronto Raptors 125-116 on Sunday.

Grizz ride Randolph, beat Raptors without A.I.
Zach Randolph scored 30 points Friday night to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to their first victory of the season, 115-107 over the Toronto Raptors.

Randolph's 30 helps Memphis to first win (AP)

Zach Randolph scored 30 points Friday night to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to their first victory of the season, 115-107 over the Toronto Raptors. Six Grizzlies finished in double figures. Marc Gasol added 19 points for Memphis, which lost by 22 to the Detroit Pistons in the season opener Wednesday night.

Toronto Raptors exercise team option, keep Marco Belinelli
The Toronto Raptors plan to keep Italian guard Marco Belinelli for another season.

Raptors exercise option on G Belinelli (AP)
The Toronto Raptors plan to keep Italian guard Marco Belinelli for another season. The Raptors exercised the fourth-year team option on Belinelli's contract on Thursday, two days before the deadline. Belinelli, whose contract is now guaranteed through the 2010-11 season, was the 18th pick in the 2007 draft.

Raptors get 28 from Bargnani, knock off Cavs
Andrea Bargnani scored 28 points, Chris Bosh had 21 points and 16 rebounds, and the Toronto Raptors overcame LeBron James' 25th career triple-double to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 101-91 on Wednesday night.

Cavs 0-2 despite James' triple-double (AP)

Andrea Bargnani scored 28 points, Chris Bosh had 21 points and 16 rebounds, and the Toronto Raptors overcame LeBron James' 25th career triple-double to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 101-91 on Wednesday night. James had 23 points, 12 assists and 11 rebounds, but Cleveland opened its season with consecutive losses for the first time since an 0-3 start in 2004-05.

KG, Allen key Celts' fifth straight win (AP)

Kevin Garnett scored 21 points, Ray Allen added 20 and the Boston Celtics won their fifth straight, beating the Toronto Raptors 101-82 on Sunday. Eddie House scored 10 of his 13 points in the fourth, while Rasheed Wallace, who sat out Boston's 106-90 victory over Toronto on Wednesday night because of a sore right ankle, returned to score five points.

Battier hits 8 of Rockets' 13 3s in win (AP)

Shane Battier scored 26 points and Trevor Ariza added 18 as the Houston Rockets made 13 3-pointers in a 124-112 preseason victory over the Toronto Raptors on Thursday night. Battier made his first seven 3-point attempts and finished 8 of 9 from behind the arc. Ariza was 3 of 5 as Houston finished 13 of 23 from 3-point range.

Pierce, Garnett lead Celtics by Raptors (AP)

Paul Pierce scored 17 points and Kevin Garnett added 16 to lead the Boston Celtics to a 106-90 preseason victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night at the XL Center. UConn coach Jim Calhoun was in attendance and received an ovation when he was shown on the large video board above the court. It was the first time the Celtics played in Hartford since a preseason game in 1995.

VIDEO: NBA Tipoff: Raptors
After missing the playoffs, the Raptors will need a postseason run this season to keep Chris Bosh in Toronto, our NBA Tipoff says.

Raptors ride rookie DeRozan past Wizards (AP)

Rookie DeMar DeRozan scored nine of his 19 points in the fourth quarter, Marco Belinelli added 15 and the Toronto Raptors beat the Washington Wizards 100-93 on Sunday. The ninth pick in the June draft, DeRozan had two highlight-reel dunks in the final quarter, including a one-handed putback off Jarrett Jack's missed jumper with 1:58 left that put Toronto up 96-88.

Bosh has 9 points, 7 rebounds in debut (AP)

Chris Bosh had nine points and seven rebounds in his first preseason game and Andrea Bargnani led Toronto with 21 points as the Raptors beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 112-97 on Friday night. Bosh was 4 for 8 from the field in 11 minutes in the first half after being sidelined all of training camp with a strained hamstring.

Carter scores 21 in Magic debut (AP)

Vince Carter scored 21 points in his Orlando debut and Brandon Bass added seven of his 13 points in the final two minutes to lift the Magic to a 110-105 victory over the Dallas Mavericks in the preseason opener for both teams on Monday night. Carter, who was acquired by the Magic in an offseason trade with the Toronto Raptors, scored 15 points in the third quarter.

Chris Bosh likes Toronto Raptors, but may test free agency
A radical remake of the Raptors hasn't changed the way Chris Bosh feels about his future.

Raptors F Bosh expected to miss start of camp
Raptors forward Chris Bosh is expected to miss the start of training camp because of a strained left hamstring. The team made the announcement on Friday. The four-time All-Star first felt soreness during a training session at home in Dallas last week. The pain returned during a workout in Toronto on Wednesday. The Raptors are scheduled to open their five-day training camp Tuesday in Ottawa. They begin exhibition play Oct. 6 against the Philadelphia 76ers. Bosh averaged a career-high 22.

Toronto Raptors' Chris Bosh expected to miss start of training camp because of strained left hamstring
Raptors forward Chris Bosh is expected to miss the start of training camp because of a strained left hamstring.

Rockets, Mensah-Bonsu reach verbal deal (AP)
The Houston Rockets have reached a verbal agreement on a contract with free agent Pops Mensah-Bonsu, a television station reported. Mensah-Bonsu, a forward who split time between San Antonio and Toronto last season, told KRIV-TV in Houston that it feels good to be a Rocket. Mensah-Bonsu, who played 12 games for the Dallas Mavericks in the 2006-07 season, has career averages of 4.1 points and 3.9...

Milwaukee Bucks finish deal to get Carlos Delfino from Toronto Raptors
The Bucks officially acquired Carlos Delfino from the Raptors in a four-player deal.

Bucks, Raptors complete four-player deal
The Toronto Raptors completed a trade with the Bucks on Tuesday, sending Carlos Delfino to Milwaukee as part of a four-player deal. Toronto acquired forward Amir Johnson and guard-forward Sonny Weems and sent Roko Ukic to Milwaukee along with Delfino, who spent last season in Russia. "Carlos made it clear he would prefer to play elsewhere if he were to return to the NBA," Raptors president Bryan Colangelo said in a statement.

Sources: Toronto Raptors looking to deal away Carlos Delfino
NBA front-office sources told ESPN.com on Monday that the Raptors are actively trying to move swingman Carlos Delfino in a sign-and-trade arrangement.

Report: Raptors agree to deal Delfino to Bucks
The Toronto Raptors have agreed to send swingman Carlos Delfino to Milwaukee in exchange for power forward Amir Johnson as part of a four-player trade, a person with direct knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Monday. The deal would also send guard Roko Ukic to Milwaukee in exchange for Bucks guard Sonny Weems. The person spoke to AP on condition of anonymity because the deal has not been completed. The deal was first reported by ESPN.com.

Raptors agree to deal Delfino to Bucks (AP)
A person with direct knowledge of the deal says the Toronto Raptors have agreed to send forward Carlos Delfino to Milwaukee in exchange for Amir Johnson as part of a four-player trade. The deal would also send guard Roko Ukic to Milwaukee in exchange for Bucks guard Sonny Weems. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the deal has not been completed.

Sixers sign C Brezec away from Europe (AP)
The Philadelphia 76ers have signed center Primoz Brezec, who played in Europe last season. Terms of Thursday's deal weren't immediately disclosed by the Sixers. The 7-foot-1 Brezec has played in 321 games with 214 starts in seven NBA seasons with Indiana, Charlotte, Detroit and Toronto. He has averaged 7.6 points and 4.1 rebounds.

Raptors add G Belinelli, C Nesterovic (AP)
The Toronto Raptors have added guard Marco Belinelli and center Rasho Nesterovic to the roster. The team announced Thursday that it had acquired Belinelli from Golden State in exchange for forward Devean George and cash considerations. Free-agent Nesterovic signed a one-year, $2 million deal. Belinelli was the 18th overall pick in 2007 and appeared in 42 games for the Warriors last season.

Warriors acquire George from Toronto
The Golden State Warriors have acquired guard-forward Devean George and cash from the Toronto Raptors for guard Marco Belinelli. The trade was announced on Thursday. The Warriors, who drafted Davidson star Stephen Curry last month and have Monta Ellis slated as their point guard, like George's versatility to play more than one spot in coach Don Nelson's up-tempo offense. The 31-year-old George, a 10-year NBA veteran who has played the last three seasons with the Mavericks, averaged 3.

Source: Golden State Warriors' Marco Belinelli traded to Toronto Raptors for Devean George
The Toronto Raptors have traded small forward Devean George for Golden State Warriors' guard Marco Belinelli, a league source confirmed Wednesday night.

Raptors expect to re-sign center Nesterovic
The Toronto Raptors expect to re-sign free agent center Rasho Nesterovic of Slovenia, who agreed in principle to a one-year, $2 million deal on Saturday. Nesterovic's agent, Bill Duffy, confirmed the move in an e-mail to The Associated Press. Nesterovic started 19 NBA games for the Indiana Pacers last season and averaged 6.8 points and 3.4 rebounds while shooting 51 percent from the field. He had played in Toronto before going to Indiana. He started 111 games in two seasons with the Raptors.

Source: Toronto Raptors agree to one-year deal with Rasho Nesterovic
The Toronto Raptors have come to an agreement in principle on a one year contract with free agent center Rasho Nesterovic a source close to the process told ESPN.com

Raptors introduce newly acquired Jack
The Toronto Raptors have officially introduced Jarrett Jack after signing him to a $20 million deal over four years. The Raptors signed the restricted free agent to an offer sheet on July 13, giving the Indiana Pacers a week to match the offer. They opted not to, clearing the way for Jack to land in Toronto Tuesday as general manager Bryan Colangelo remakes the Raptors' roster.

Toronto Raptors officially introduce newest addition Jarrett Jack
The Toronto Raptors have officially introduced Jarrett Jack after signing him to a $20 million deal over four years.

Raptors introduce newly acquired G Jack (AP)
The Toronto Raptors have officially introduced Jarrett Jack after signing him to a $20 million deal over four years. The Raptors signed the restricted free agent to an offer sheet on July 13, giving the Indiana Pacers a week to match the offer. They opted not to, clearing the way for Jack to land in Toronto Tuesday as general manager Bryan Colangelo remakes the Raptors' roster.

Indiana Pacers won't match Toronto Raptors offer sheet to Jarrett Jack
The Pacers will not match the offer sheet the Pacers gave to Jarrett Jack.

Pacers won't match Toronto's offer sheet for Jack
The Pacers are not bringing back guard Jarrett Jack. The Pacers said Monday that they will not match the offer sheet Toronto issued to Jack, a restricted free agent. Pacers President Larry Bird says it was a difficult decision. Jack was acquired by the Pacers in a five-player trade a year ago. In his one season with the Pacers, Jack played in all 82 games, averaging a career-high 13.1 points.

Pacers allow G Jack to go to Raptors (AP)
The Pacers are not bringing back guard Jarrett Jack. The Pacers said Monday that they will not match the offer sheet Toronto issued to Jack, a restricted free agent. Pacers President Larry Bird says it was a difficult decision. Jack was acquired by the Pacers in a five-player trade a year ago. In his one season with the Pacers, Jack played in all 82 games, averaging a career-high 13.1 points.

Cleveland Cavaliers sign former Toronto Raptors guard-forward Anthony Parker
The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed veteran free-agent Anthony Parker to add depth to the backcourt.

Cavs sign former Raptor Anthony Parker (AP)
The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed veteran free-agent Anthony Parker to add depth to the backcourt. The 34-year-old Parker played in 80 games for the Toronto Raptors last season and averaged 10.7 points and 3.4 assists. Terms were not disclosed. Cavs general manager Danny Ferry says Monday that Cleveland went after the 6-foot-6 guard/forward for his shooting and defensive skills.

Sources: Jarrett Jack gets offer sheet from Toronto Raptors
The Toronto Raptors have offered Indiana Pacers restricted free agent Jarrett Jack an offer sheet for four years, $20 million, NBA front-office sources told ESPN.com.

Grizz cut Stackhouse 1 day after dealing for him
The Memphis Grizzlies have waived Jerry Stackhouse, just a day after acquiring the NBA veteran in a four-team, eight-player trade. General Manager and Vice President of Basketball Operations Chris Wallace announced the move Friday after Thursday's blockbuster deal involving the Grizzlies, Dallas Mavericks, Toronto Raptors and Orlando Magic.

Grizzlies waive just-acquired Stackhouse (AP)
The Memphis Grizzlies have waived Jerry Stackhouse, just a day after acquiring the NBA veteran in a four-team, eight-player trade. General Manager and Vice President of Basketball Operations Chris Wallace announced the move Friday after Thursday's blockbuster deal involving the Grizzlies, Dallas Mavericks, Toronto Raptors and Orlando Magic.

Toronto Raptors' first-round pick DeMar DeRozan signs
The Toronto Raptors have signed forward DeMar DeRozan, the No. 9 pick in the draft.

No. 9 pick DeRozan signed by Raptors - DeMar DeRozan (G) Toronto Raptors
The Toronto Raptors signed shooting guard DeMar DeRozan on Thursday, and terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Raptors sign 1st-round pick F DeRozan (AP)
The Toronto Raptors have signed forward DeMar DeRozan, the No. 9 pick in the draft. The Raptors didn't announce financial terms Thursday, but DeRozan can earn nearly $2.3 million in the first year of his deal. He is under contract for two years, and Toronto holds team options for the next two seasons.

Blazers' Pritchard interested in Millsap (AP)
After losing out on Hedo Turkoglu, the Portland Trail Blazers are considering Paul Millsap. Turkoglu, who helped Orlando to the NBA finals, arrived in Portland last week to speak with the Blazers before negotiations were abruptly cut off. He has since been acquired by the Toronto Raptors. "We got to a point where we both felt comfortable," Portland general manager Kevin Pritchard told...

Marion to Mavs, Stackhouse to Grizz in big trade
Shawn Marion is headed to the Dallas Mavericks, Jerry Stackhouse is going to the Memphis Grizzlies and Hedo Turkoglu is going to Toronto Raptors in a complex deal involving four teams. The deal, announced Thursday, involves five other players, a draft pick and cash.

Raptors confirm acquisition of Turkoglu
The Toronto Raptors confirmed their acquisition of forward Hedo Turkoglu on Thursday, perhaps the most significant free agent addition in the team's history. The 6-foot-10 forward was one of the most coveted free agents available, coming off a season in which he helped the Orlando Magic reach the NBA finals. The nine-year NBA veteran appeared poised to sign with the Portland Trail Blazers last Friday before Raptors general manager Bryan Colangelo swooped in and nabbed the Turkish forward.

Report: Mavericks to acquire Marion from Raptors
A person with knowledge of the deal says the Dallas Mavericks will acquire forward Shawn Marion from Toronto. The trade is not official, but the person told The Associated Press on Wednesday it should be completed. The person was granted anonymity because the deal was still being worked on. The Raptors couldn't afford to re-sign Marion because they need to clear salary cap space for Hedo Turkoglu. They are close to an agreement with the Orlando Magic free agent.

Mavericks to acquire Marion from Raptors (AP)
A person with knowledge of the deal says the Dallas Mavericks will acquire forward Shawn Marion from Toronto. The trade is not official, but the person told The Associated Press on Wednesday it should be completed. The person was granted anonymity because the deal was still being worked on. The Raptors couldn't afford to re-sign Marion because they need to clear salary cap space for Hedo...

Sources: Memphis Grizzlies part of Shawn Marion to Dallas Mavericks trade
It appears that the Dallas Mavericks and Toronto Raptors have successfully recruited the Memphis Grizzlies to help them complete a trade that would eventually route free-agent swingman Shawn Marion to the Mavericks, according to NBA front-office sources.

Toronto Raptors re-sign Andrea Bargnani to five-year extension
The Raptors have re-signed former No. 1 pick Andrea Bargnani to a five-year contract extension.

Raptors sign Bargnani to reported $50M extension
Italian forward Andrea Bargnani was signed by the Toronto Raptors to a five-year contract extension on Wednesday, reported to be worth about $50 million over five seasons starting in 2010-11. "Andrea has worked very hard to establish himself as a topflight, multidimensional big man in the NBA," Raptors general manager Bryan Colangelo said in a statement. "He overcame a rough start last season to emerge as a primary scorer for us, and we anticipate quite a bit more from him in the future.

Agent: Toronto Raptors give Andrea Bargnani contract extension
Andrea Bargnani's agent says his client has agreed to an extension with the Raptors.

Reports: Turkoglu opts for Raptors over Blazers
Turkish forward Hedo Turkoglu will join the Toronto Raptors after spurning the Portland Trail Blazers, according to multiple reports. The 208-centimeter (6-foot-10) free agent helped Orlando to the NBA finals last season. On Friday, a person close to the Blazers confirmed that Turkoglu ended contract talks with them. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity because of the sensitive nature of the negotiations.

Reports: Turkoglu will join Raptors (AP)
Free agent Hedo Turkoglu will join the Toronto Raptors after spurning the Portland Trail Blazers, according to multiple reports. The 6-foot-10 forward helped Orlando to the NBA finals last season. On Friday, a person close to the Blazers confirmed that Turkoglu ended contract talks with them. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity because of the sensitive nature of the negotiations.

NBA free agents: Sources: Shawn Marion, Toronto Raptors deal is not imminent
The Toronto Raptors, after repeatedly being linked to Portland-bound Hedo Turkoglu, focused their free-agent efforts on re-signing forward Shawn Marion.

Hawks' Horford, Williams out vs. Raptors (AP)
Atlanta Hawks center Al Horford and forward Marvin Williams were held out of Monday's game against the Toronto Raptors because of injuries. Horford missed his fifth straight game with a bone bruise in his right knee. He didn't accompany the team on its three-game road trip to the West Coast that ended with a loss at Golden State on Friday night.

Johnson, Bibby lead Hawks past Raptors (AP)

Joe Johnson scored 28 points, including a key jumper with 12.5 seconds left, Mike Bibby added 23 as the Atlanta Hawks rallied to beat the Toronto Raptors 87-84 Monday despite missing two injured starters. Josh Smith, the Hawks' only healthy regular up front, had 22 points and 14 rebounds. Al Horford was out for the fifth straight game because of a bone bruise in his right knee.

Hawks missing Horford, Williams vs. Raptors
Hawks center Al Horford and forward Marvin Williams were held out of Monday's game against the Toronto Raptors because of injuries.

Stoudemire, Nash help Suns win in Toronto
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Stoudemire, Nash lead Suns by Raptors (AP)

Amare Stoudemire scored 31 points, Steve Nash had a season-high 18 assists and the Phoenix Suns beat Toronto 117-113 on Sunday afternoon, their ninth consecutive victory over the struggling Raptors. Jason Richardson added 17 points, Shaquille O'Neal and Matt Barnes each had 16 and Leandro Barbosa scored 14 for the Suns.

Dunleavy helps Pacers hold off Raptors (AP)

Maybe all the Indiana Pacers needed to cure those late-game collapses was a healthy dose of Mike Dunleavy. Danny Granger scored 23 points and Dunleavy provided the biggest play of the game, goading Chris Bosh into a foul on a 3-point attempt with less than a minute to go. Dunleavy made all three free throws to preserve a 111-104 victory over Toronto on Friday night.

Pierce helps Celtics rip Nets 118-86 (AP)

Paul Pierce shook off a cold first half and scored 18 points in the third quarter with perfect shooting to lead the Boston Celtics to their third straight win, 118-86 over the New Jersey Nets on Wednesday night. Pierce went 5-for-5 in the period, all 3-pointers, and added three free throws as he scored 22 points two nights after getting a season-high 39 in an overtime win over Toronto.

Rose scores 25 as Bulls beat Raptors (AP)

Rookie Derrick Rose scored 17 of his 25 points in the fourth quarter, and Luol Deng had 16 points and 14 rebounds in his return to the starting lineup in the Chicago Bulls' 102-98 victory over Toronto on Wednesday night. The first overall pick in the June draft, Rose had 10 assists and was 12-for-18 from the field to help the Bulls improve to 5-15 on the road this season.

Pierce's season-high 39 lift Celts in OT (AP)

Paul Pierce scored nine of his season-high 39 points in overtime and the Boston Celtics beat the Toronto Raptors for the second consecutive day, 115-109 Monday night. One day after Ray Allen's 36 points led Boston to a 94-88 win in Toronto, Pierce led a comeback from a 10-point deficit midway through the third quarter and carried the Celtics to their second straight win after they lost four in a...

Allen's 36 help Celtics end 4-game skid (AP)

Ray Allen scored a season-high 36 points, including eight 3-pointers, and the Boston Celtics withstood a late Toronto rally to beat the Raptors 94-88 on Sunday afternoon, snapping a four-game losing streak. Allen, who made a career-high 10 3-pointers against Charlotte on April 14, 2002, finished 8-for-10 from 3-point range on Sunday, making his first six attempts.

Bosh's 32 and 10 lift Raptors by Memphis (AP)

Chris Bosh had 32 points and 10 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani added 21 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the Memphis Grizzlies 103-82 on Friday night. Bosh shot 11-for-13 from the field and 10-for-12 from the line to help Toronto pull away in the fourth quarter and extend its home winning streak to a season-high three games.

Bargnani, Bosh lead Raptors over Wizards (AP)

Andrea Bargnani offered a simple secret for his success against the Washington Wizards, an explanation that applied to his Toronto teammates, too. "I never shot with a defender on me," Bargnani said. Down to nine players, the Raptors still easily beat worst-in-the-East Washington 99-93 on Wednesday night by making 54 percent of their field-goal attempts.

Clippers make second trade in 3 days (AP)
The injury-riddled Los Angeles Clippers made their second trade in three days Wednesday, acquiring seldom-used Hassan Adams and cash from the Toronto Raptors for a future conditional second-round draft pick. Adams, who grew up in nearby Inglewood and played his college ball at Arizona, averaged 0.9 points and 0.6 rebounds in 12 games for the Raptors this season.

Redd, Villanueva help Bucks top Raptors (AP)

Michael Redd had a season-high 35 points and Charlie Villanueva scored 13 of his 25 in the fourth quarter, leading Milwaukee to its first win without Andrew Bogut in 21 months, 107-97 over the Toronto Raptors on Monday night. Milwaukee, which finished the game on a 13-0 run, lost its previous nine games -- including four this season -- without Bogut, the former No.

No O'Neal, Bogut in Raptors-Bucks (AP)
Raptors center Jermaine O'Neal and guard Jose Calderon were not with the team when Toronto began a two-game road trip Monday night against the Bucks. Milwaukee was without center Andrew Bogut for the second straight game because of back spasms, and coach Scott Skiles didn't sound optimistic he'd have his big man back before the Bucks' next game Wednesday night.

Raptors F O'Neal, G Calderon out against Magic
Forward Jermaine O'Neal and guard Jose Calderon missed the Toronto Raptors' game Sunday against the Orlando Magic because of injuries.

Raptors overcome Howard's 39, beat Magic (AP)

Anthony Parker scored a season-high 26 points, Chris Bosh added 23 points and 10 rebounds and the Toronto Raptors overcame a 39-point performance by Orlando's Dwight Howard to beat the Magic 108-102 on Sunday. Parker was 13-of-16 from the field and came within one point of his career high. The Raptors also got 18 points from Andrea Bargnani, 12 from Roko Ukic and 11 from Will Solomon.

Raptors snap 3-game skid, beat Rockets (AP)

Chris Bosh and Andrea Bargnani each scored 19 points and the Toronto Raptors snapped a three-game losing streak with a 94-73 victory over the Houston Rockets on Friday night. Toronto, which had lost 13 of its last 17 games and four straight at home, held Houston to a season low in points. The Rockets' previous low was Nov.

Raptors' Calderon leaves with hamstring sprain
Toronto guard Jose Calderon left the Raptors' game Friday night against Houston in the second quarter because of a sprained right hamstring.

Nuggets coach Karl earns 900th victory (AP)

Nene scored 21 points, Carmelo Anthony added 20 and the Denver Nuggets beat the Toronto Raptors 114-107 on Wednesday night. Chauncey Billups scored 18 points and J.R. Smith had 16 for Denver, with Kenyon Martin adding 15 points and reserves Linas Kleiza and Chris Andersen each scoring 10. Denver coach George Karl earned his 900th career regular-season victory.

Jackson's 30 get Warriors by Raptors (AP)

Stephen Jackson scored 30 points, Marco Belinelli added 23 and the Golden State Warriors held off the road-weary Toronto Raptors for a 117-111 victory on Monday night. Kelenna Azubuike scored 18 points while Belinelli hit five 3-pointers for the Warriors, who won for just the third time in 11 games. Golden State had just enough fourth-quarter offense to stop the Raptors, who finished a tough...

Roy's 32 points, 9 assists lift Blazers (AP)

This time, Brandon Roy and the Portland Trail Blazers didn't need any late-game heroics to beat the Toronto Raptors. Roy had 14 of his 32 points in the fourth quarter, LaMarcus Aldridge added 19 points and nine rebounds, and Portland beat the Raptors 102-89 Saturday night, sweeping the season series for the first time since 2002-03.

O'Neal leads Raptors past Kings 107-101 (AP)

Jermaine O'Neal got off to a slow start to his career in Toronto, taking time to recover from a knee injury that sidelined him for half of last season. He is starting to find his groove of late, once again looking like the five-time All-Star he was in Indiana before being traded to the Raptors this summer.

Raptors end 5-game skid, beat Clippers (AP)

Chris Bosh scored 18 of his 31 points in the fourth quarter and the Toronto Raptors beat the Los Angeles Clippers 97-75 on Monday night to snap a five-game losing streak. Zach Randolph had 19 points and eight rebounds for Los Angeles during a foul-plagued 28 minutes, and left the game with 10:44 to play after bruising his left knee in a collision with Jake Voskuhl on a layup by Bosh 16 seconds...

Parker helps Spurs defeat Raptors 107-97 (AP)

Tony Parker had 24 points, 10 assists and eight rebounds, and the San Antonio Spurs matched a franchise record with 16 3-pointers in their 107-97 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Saturday night. Parker was 11-of-19 from the field to help the Spurs (16-10) avoid losing three straight since they opened the season 0-3.

Shoulder sidelines Raptors' O'Neal vs. Thunder
Six-time All-Star Jermaine O'Neal left the Toronto Raptors' game against Oklahoma City on Friday night with a sore left shoulder, but said he expects to play Saturday at San Antonio.

Thunder snap 11-game home losing streak (AP)

Kevin Durant scored 24 points, rookie Russell Westbrook added 19 and the Oklahoma City Thunder snapped an 11-game home losing streak with a 91-83 win against the Toronto Raptors on Friday night. Toronto erased a nine-point fourth-quarter deficit before Durant hit a tiebreaking 3-pointer from the left wing with 3:36 to play, and the Thunder's young core avoided the mistakes down the stretch that...

Raptors C O'Neal leaves game vs. Thunder (AP)
Six-time All-Star Jermaine O'Neal left the Toronto Raptors' game against Oklahoma City on Friday night with a sore left shoulder. O'Neal came out of the game with 3:22 left in the second quarter, and the team said after halftime that he was not expected to return. O'Neal, who was picked up in an offseason trade with Indiana, missed three games last month due to a sprained left ankle but had started...

Dirk, Terry each score 27 to lead Mavs (AP)

Dirk Nowitzki had 27 points and 10 rebounds, and Jason Terry also scored 27 points in the Dallas Mavericks' 96-86 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night. Josh Howard added 20 points for Dallas in his first start since Nov. 18. Howard, who came off the bench Monday night in a loss to Denver after missing 11 games because of a sprained ankle, scored Dallas' first nine points and had 11 in...

Carter bounces back, Nets beat Raptors (AP)
Vince Carter had 20 points and 10 rebounds, Ryan Anderson scored 21 points, and the New Jersey Nets beat the Toronto Raptors 94-87 on Monday night to snap a three-game losing streak. Devin Harris added 16 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter and Brook Lopez finished with 10 for the Nets. Carter scored a season-high 39 points in a 129-127 overtime victory at Toronto on Nov.

Hornets C Chandler out with stiff neck (AP)
New Orleans Hornets center Tyson Chandler missed Sunday's game against the Toronto Raptors because of a stiff neck. Hilton Armstrong made his second consecutive start in place of Chandler, who also sat out Friday's loss at Boston. Chandler, the second overall pick in the 2001 draft, is averaging 8.5 points and 8 rebounds in 15 games this season.

Raptors sign veteran free-agent center Voskuhl
The Toronto Raptors added some depth Sunday, signing veteran center Jake Voskuhl. Voskuhl, 31, has averaged 4.3 points and 3.6 rebounds in 412 regular-season NBA games with Chicago, Phoenix, Charlotte and Milwaukee. The 6-foot-11, 255-pound Voskuhl was chosen with the 33rd pick in the 2000 draft by the Chicago Bulls. The native of Katy, Texas, averaged 6.3 points, 6.4 rebounds and 1.4 blocks in 138 career games at Connecticut, where he helped the Huskies win the 1999 NCAA Championship.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/484959057" height="1" width="1"/

Raptors sign C Voskuhl to add depth (AP)
The Toronto Raptors added some depth Sunday, signing veteran center Jake Voskuhl. Voskuhl, 31, has averaged 4.3 points and 3.6 rebounds in 412 regular-season NBA games with Chicago, Phoenix, Charlotte and Milwaukee. The 6-foot-11, 255-pound Voskuhl was chosen with the 33rd pick in the 2000 draft by the Chicago Bulls.

Hornets hit 12 3s, beat Raptors 99-91 (AP)

David West scored 29 points, James Posey added 20, including six 3-pointers, and the New Orleans Hornets beat the Toronto Raptors 99-91 Sunday for their eighth win in 10 games. Rasual Butler had 16 points, and Chris Paul added 12 points and 12 assists for the Hornets, who went 12-for-33 from beyond 3-point range.

Gordon, Rose lift Bulls past Nets (AP)

Ben Gordon scored 29 points and Derrick Rose had nine of his 22 in the fourth quarter to lead the Chicago Bulls to a 113-104 victory over the New Jersey Nets on Saturday night. One night after going 0-for-13 against Toronto in the worst shooting performance of his career, Vince Carter bounced back with 39 points on 11-for-22 from the field.

Carter 0-for-13 as Nets fall to Raptors (AP)

Chris Bosh scored 18 points and Toronto capitalized on Vince Carter's 0-for-13 night to beat the New Jersey Nets 101-79 on Friday, the Raptors' second straight win under interim coach Jay Triano. Jason Kapono, with four 3-pointers, and Joey Graham each had 16 points. Jose Calderon scored 13 as the Raptors improved to 2-3 under Triano, who replaced Sam Mitchell on Dec.

Raptors give Triano first win as coach (AP)

Jason Kapono scored a season-high 25 points, Chris Bosh added 21 points and 10 rebounds and the Toronto Raptors snapped a five-game losing streak with a 101-88 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. The victory was Toronto's first in four tries since interim coach Jay Triano took over for the fired Sam Mitchell on Dec.

Cavs' Gibson to miss 2 weeks with toe injury
Cavaliers guard Daniel Gibson will miss two weeks with an injured toe in the first setback this season for the NBA's hottest team. Gibson sprained his left big toe in the second quarter of Tuesday night's win over Toronto. He did not travel to Cleveland's game in Philadelphia, staying back to undergo an MRI and X-rays on Wednesday. The team did not provide results of those tests. One of the Cavs' top reserves and outside shooters, Gibson is averaging 9.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/480847044" height="1" width="1"/

Cavs win ninth straight, beat Raptors (AP)

They rewrote part of the franchise record book, won their ninth straight game and delivered yet another second-half knockout. The Cleveland Cavaliers are beating NBA teams like no one has before. LeBron James scored 31 points and set the team record for steals, Zydrunas Ilgauskas became the Cavaliers' career leader in rebounds, and Cleveland moved to 12-0 at home with a 114-94 victory over the...

LeBron, Ilgauskas set Cavs' team records (AP)
LeBron James and Zydrunas Ilgauskas made more history together Tuesday night. Cleveland's superstar forward became the franchise's career leader in steals while Ilgauskas, the Cavaliers' beloved big man, moved to the top of the team's rebounding chart. By swiping a Toronto pass in the opening minute, James eclipsed Mark Price's steals record.

Blake's late 3 lifts Blazers by Raptors (AP)

LaMarcus Aldridge scored 20 points, Steve Blake had 19 that included a 3-pointer with 9 seconds left, and the Portland Trail Blazers spoiled Toronto coach Jay Triano's home debut with a 98-97 victory over the Raptors on Sunday. Jermaine O'Neal scored a season-high 24 points along with six blocked shots, while Chris Bosh added 19, but it wasn't enough to give Triano his first win as the Raptors...

Millsap leads Jazz past Raptors 114-87 (AP)

Paul Millsap got his usual double-double and added a career high in assists. Millsap had 17 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists, and the Jazz beat Toronto 114-87 on Friday night in interim coach Jay Triano's Raptors debut. Millsap also had three blocked shots in his seventh straight double-double, filling in nicely as All-Star Carlos Boozer recovers from a thigh injury.

Underachieving Raptors fire Mitchell as coach
The Toronto Raptors fired coach Sam Mitchell on Wednesday, one day after the team absorbed an embarrassing loss to the Denver Nuggets.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/474051926" height="1" width="1"/

Raptors fire Mitchell after struggling to 8-9 start
Sources say the Toronto Raptors have fired coach Sam Mitchell.

Raptors fire Mitchell, Triano takes over (AP)
The Toronto Raptors have fired coach Sam Mitchell one day after the team absorbed an embarrassing loss at Denver. Raptors general manager Bryan Colangelo says assistant Jay Triano has been promoted to interim coach. Triano's first game as coach is Friday night at Utah. Colangelo calls Wednesday's move a difficult but necessary step.

Billups leads Nuggets in rout of Raptors (AP)
Thanks to Chauncey Billups, Carmelo Anthony doesn't have to shoulder the Denver Nuggets' offense while grappling with an ailing right elbow. Billups had 24 points and 14 assists in Denver's 132-93 rout of the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night in a game that was out of reach by halftime. After a slow start, Anthony finished with 23 points 48 hours after scoring just one bucket in 14 agonizing minutes...

Lakers beat Raptors, improve to 14-1 (AP)
Pau Gasol had 24 points and nine rebounds, Kobe Bryant had 23 points and seven assists before sitting out the fourth quarter, and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Toronto Raptors 112-99 on Sunday night to improve their league-best record to 14-1. Bryant came 15 points shy of reaching the 22,000-point mark faster than any other pl