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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.

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 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.

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 player.

Bosh's 30 points help Raptors by Hawks (AP)

Chris Bosh had 30 points and 10 rebounds, Jason Kapono scored 16 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the Atlanta Hawks 93-88 on Friday night. Joey Graham added 11 points and Jamario Moon had 10 for Toronto, with guard Jose Calderon picking up 11 assists. Mike Bibby scored 24 points for Atlanta, Joe Johnson had 18 and reserve Maurice Evans added 17.

Bosh scores 39 as Raptors beat Bobcats (AP)

Chris Bosh had 39 points and 11 rebounds, Joey Graham added a season-high 17 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the Charlotte Bobcats 93-86 on Wednesday night. Andrea Bargnani had 11 points, while Jose Calderon had 10 points and nine assists as Toronto won for the first time in three games and improved to 3-4 at home.

Richardson nears return from knee surgery
Charlotte Bobcats' top-scorer Jason Richardson practiced Tuesday for the first time since undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery and could play Wednesday in Toronto. Richardson has missed six straight games since waking up with pain and swelling his right knee on Nov. 12, a day after scoring 23 points in a loss to Denver. Doctors performed exploratory surgery and found no structural damage.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/465344477" height="1" width="1"/

Bobcats' top scorer Richardson nearing return
Charlotte Bobcats top scorer Jason Richardson practiced Tuesday for the first time since undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery and could play Wednesday in Toronto.

Celtics win fifth straight, beat Raptors (AP)

Ray Allen scored 21 points and the Boston Celtics led from the start in winning their fifth straight game, 118-103 over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday. Kevin Garnett, Rajon Rondo and Tony Allen each scored 15 points for the Celtics, who have won 11 of 12 since a Nov. 1 loss to Indiana. Kendrick Perkins had 12 points and Paul Pierce and Eddie House each scored 11 in helping Boston score a season high.

Raptors O'Neal day-to-day with injured left knee
Raptors forward Jermaine O'Neal did not practice Saturday and was listed as day-to-day after straining his surgically repaired left knee against New Jersey on Friday night. O'Neal was scheduled to receive treatment twice Saturday and could play Sunday when Toronto hosts defending NBA-champion Boston. "We've already made contingency plans if he can't go," Raptors coach Sam Mitchell said.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/462158858" height="1" width="1"/

Raptors F O'Neal day-to-day (AP)
Raptors forward Jermaine O'Neal did not practice Saturday and was listed as day-to-day after straining his surgically repaired left knee against New Jersey on Friday night. O'Neal was scheduled to receive treatment twice Saturday and could play Sunday when Toronto hosts defending NBA-champion Boston.

Carter's late dunk in OT lifts Nets (AP)

Vince Carter scored 39 points against his former team, Devin Harris added 30 and the New Jersey Nets rallied from an 18-point, third-quarter deficit to beat the Toronto Raptors 129-127 in overtime on Friday night. Carter sent the game to overtime by draining a 3-pointer with 0.8 seconds remaining in regulation, capping a stretch that saw him score 12 consecutive points for the Nets.

Raptors overcome Wade's 40 to beat Heat (AP)

Andrea Bargnani scored a season-high 25 points, Jermaine O'Neal finished with 16 points and 17 rebounds, and the Toronto Raptors overcame a huge night by Dwyane Wade to beat the Miami Heat 101-95 on Wednesday night. Anthony Parker scored 19 points, and Chris Bosh added 15 points and 11 rebounds for the Raptors, who blew a 17-point, late-third-quarter lead but ultimately scrambled to beat Miami for...

Wade shakes off ankle injury, Heat win (AP)

Dwyane Wade had 19 points, 10 assists and six rebounds Tuesday night, and the Miami Heat caught a couple of breaks in the final minutes to beat the struggling Washington Wizards 94-87. Wade, who played despite rolling his ankle in a loss at Toronto on Sunday, led six players in double figures as the Heat beat the Wizards for the second time in five days and celebrated a rare road victory.

Bosh scores 40 but Raptors fall to Magic (AP)

Jameer Nelson scored a season-high 22 points to lead Orlando to a 103-90 win over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night, overcoming a season-high 40-point effort by Chris Bosh. Bosh also had 18 rebounds, but the Raptors had 24 turnovers. Rashard Lewis and Hedo Turkoglu each added 22 points and Dwight Howard had 18 for the Magic, who beat the Raptors 4-1 in their Eastern Conference playoff series...

Wade misses practice with sprained ankle
Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade sat out practice Monday to get treatment on a sprained right ankle. Wade, the NBA's second-leading scorer at 27.9 points per game, is listed as a game-time decision in Miami's matchup in Washington on Tuesday. He has played through similar slight sprains in the past. Wade got hurt during the third quarter of Sunday's 107-96 loss to the Toronto Raptors, but was able to complete the game.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/456541760" height="1" width="1"/

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

Chris Bosh scored 27 points, Jermaine O'Neal had 11 points and 18 rebounds and the Toronto Raptors snapped a two-game losing streak with a 107-96 victory over the Miami Heat on Sunday. Kris Humphries scored 14 points and Andrea Bargnani added 12 in his first start of the season. Jason Kapono and Anthony Parker each had 10.

Brand scores 25 as 76ers end 3-game skid (AP)

Elton Brand scored a season-high 25 points, Andre Miller and Andre Iguodala each had 18, and the Philadelphia 76ers snapped a three-game losing streak by beating the Toronto Raptors 106-96 on Wednesday night. Willie Green scored 17 points and Marreese Speights had 12 for the 76ers, who won for the first time in four road games this season.

Pierce's 22 in 4th get Celts by Raptors (AP)

Paul Pierce scored 22 of his 36 points in the fourth quarter to lead the Boston Celtics to a 94-87 comeback win over the Toronto Raptors on Monday night. Kevin Garnett added 21 points and 10 rebounds, and Ray Allen had 19 points for the Celtics (7-1). Boston scored 58 points in the second half after getting just 36 in the opening 24 minutes.

Bosh's 30 points, 15 boards lift Raptors (AP)

Chris Bosh had 30 points and 15 rebounds, and the Toronto Raptors pulled away late for an 89-79 victory over the Charlotte Bobcats on Sunday. Andrea Bargnani scored 18 points for the Raptors, including a key 3-pointer with less than six minutes to go that put them ahead to stay. Jose Calderon added 13 points and Jamario Moon had 10 for Toronto, which snapped a two-game losing streak after opening...

Hawks off to best start since '97 at 4-0 (AP)

Mike Bibby scored all of his 19 points in the first half, making four 3-pointers during an 18-4 run that broke open the game, and the unbeaten Atlanta Hawks routed the Toronto Raptors 110-92 on Friday night. Bibby added 12 assists for Atlanta (4-0). The Hawks are off to their best start since 1997, when they won their first 11 games.

Prince helps Pistons improve to 4-0 (AP)
Tayshaun Prince more than made up for Allen Iverson's absence, making sure the Detroit Pistons remained unbeaten. Prince scored 16 of his 27 points in the second quarter, and Richard Hamilton had 22 to help the Pistons beat the Toronto Raptors 100-93 on Wednesday night. Iverson was unavailable for Detroit because Chauncey Billups, one of three players traded to Denver in exchange for Iverson,...

Iverson out for Detroit against Toronto
Detroit guard Allen Iverson was not available for Wednesday's game against Toronto because Chauncey Billups, one of three players traded to Denver in exchange for Iverson, has not completed his physical with the Nuggets. Rodney Stuckey started for the Pistons, who also sent top reserve Antonio McDyess and Cheikh Samb to Denver in Monday's trade. McDyess and Samb were not required to report to Denver.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/443808138" height="1" width="1"/

Iverson's status for Wednesday game still uncertain
Allen Iverson is questioning his status as an NBA superstar. After being traded for the second time in his career, Iverson is awaiting the results of Chauncey Billups' physical before being allowed to play for Detroit. "I'm starting to feel like a journeyman," Iverson said jokingly at the Pistons' shootaround before the game against the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night. Some journeyman.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/443610299" height="1" width="1"/

Bosh's 31 get Raptors by Warriors in OT (AP)
Chris Bosh scored 31 points, Anthony Parker had 23 and the Toronto Raptors beat the Golden State Warriors 112-108 in overtime on Friday night. Andrea Bargnani had 19 points off the bench for Toronto (2-0), while Jose Calderon had 16 points and 13 assists. Jamario Moon added 11 for the Raptors. Al Harrington led Golden State (0-2) with 26 points, adding 11 rebounds, while Stephen Jackson finished...

Bosh outplays Brand as Raptors top 76ers (AP)
Chris Bosh just about single-handedly carried the Toronto Raptors into the playoffs last season. Now he has a much-improved supporting cast. Bosh had 27 points and 11 rebounds to help the Raptors beat the Philadelphia 76ers 95-84 on Wednesday night in the opener for both teams. Jermaine O'Neal added 17 and Jason Kapono had 15 for the Raptors, who finished 41-41 last season.

Raptors pick up fourth-year option on Bargnani
The Toronto Raptors exercised the fourth-year option Monday on forward Andrea Bargnani, the first overall pick in the 2006 draft.

Sixers hit 14 3-pointers, defeat Nets (AP)

Lou Williams scored 18 points and hit five of the Philadelphia 76ers' 14 3-pointers in a 118-100 victory over the New Jersey Nets on Wednesday night. Rookie Marreese Speights also had 18 points and Thaddeus Young added 16 as the 76ers finished the preseason with a 4-3 record. They will open the regular season at home next Wednesday against Toronto.

Farmar sparks Lakers past Raptors 112-89 (AP)

Jordan Farmar scored 16 points and sparked a fourth-quarter surge with an electrifying dunk over Chris Bosh, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 112-89 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night. Kobe Bryant had 13 points and six assists in 24 minutes before sitting out the fourth quarter. Trevor Ariza also was a factor in the final period, scoring six of his 14 points.

Raptors spoil D'Antoni's Knicks debut (AP)

Losing in Mike D'Antoni's preseason debut isn't keeping the New York Knicks from enjoying life with their new coach. Chris Bosh had 20 points and seven rebounds and the Toronto Raptors beat New York 113-111 on Wednesday night. "I didn't know what we would have," D'Antoni said. "I thought they competed and did a lot of things we were trying to do all week (in training camp).

Raptors rip Cavs as James logs 8 minutes (AP)

LeBron James spent a rare night relaxing on the bench, Mo Williams showed why Cleveland traded for him this summer, and the Cavaliers opened their exhibition season with a 104-84 loss to the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night. James played just 8 minutes in the first quarter before he raised his hand for a substitute and coach Mike Brown pulled his superstar for the remainder of Cleveland's...

Raptors sign free agent Sampson to aid frontcourt
The Raptors signed free-agent forward Jamal Sampson, a cousin of Ralph Sampson who is expected to give Toronto frontcourt depth after the loss of Nathan Jawai.

Dixon returns to Wizards with free-agent deal
The Washington Wizards signed free-agent guard Juan Dixon on Tuesday. Dixon's deal returns him to the team that drafted him after he led Maryland to the 2002 NCAA championship. Dixon played his first three pro seasons with the Wizards. He has also been with Portland, Toronto and Detroit, averaging 8.9 points, 1.7 assists and 1.9 rebounds over six seasons.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/401164609" height="1" width="1"/

G Dixon returns to Wizards (AP)
Guard Juan Dixon signed a free-agent contract with the Washington Wizards on Tuesday, returning to the team that drafted him after he led Maryland to an NCAA title. Dixon played his first three NBA seasons with the Wizards, from 2002-03 to 2004-05. He has also been with Portland, Toronto and Detroit, averaging 8.9 points, 1.7 assists and 1.9 rebounds over six seasons.

LeBron to be featured in new documentary
LeBron James has gone from the gold-medal stand to the silver screen. The Cavaliers' megastar, fresh off helping the U.S. basketball team win gold at the Beijing Olympics, will be at the Toronto International Film Festival this weekend for the debut of "More Than A Game," a documentary chronicling his rise to stardom and how he and four childhood friends overcame long odds to win a national championship in high school. Combining footage taken during James' career at St. Vincent-St.

King's rise: Film covers LeBron's high school days
A film about LeBron James and his high school teammates will debut at the Toronto Film Festival.

LeBron to be featured in new documentary (AP)
LeBron James has gone from the gold-medal stand to the silver screen. The Cavaliers' megastar, fresh off helping the U.S. basketball team win gold at the Beijing Olympics, will be at the Toronto International Film Festival this weekend for the debut of "More Than A Game," a documentary chronicling his rise to stardom and how he and four childhood friends overcame long odds to win a national...

Gasol leads Spain into Olympic semis (AP)
Los Angeles Lakers center Pau Gasol scored 20 points to lead world champion Spain to a 72-59 win against Croatia Wednesday in men's basketball. Felipe Reyes added 13 points for Spain, while Toronto Raptors point guard Jose Calderon added 10. Gasol also had a game-high 10 rebounds. Marko Banic had 15 points to lead Croatia.

Spain downs Germany behind Gasol
Pau Gasol scored 13 points to help lead world champions Spain to a 72-59 victory over Dirk Nowitzki and Germany in Olympic basketball men's Group B play. Gasol, of the NBA's San Antonio Spurs, scored 13 points Thursday, while the Toronto Raptors' Jose Manuel Calderon led Spain with 15 points and Alex Mumbru shot 67 percent from the floor for 14 points, draining all three of his three pointers.

Raptors sign free agent G Solomon (AP)
The Toronto Raptors signed free agent guard Will Solomon on Monday. Solomon, 30, played the past two seasons in Istanbul, Turkey, for Fenerbahce Ulker, where he averaged 17.8 points, 3.2 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 1.3 steals in 13 regular season games last season. The 6-foot-1, 185-pounder was selected 33rd overall in the 2001 NBA draft by the Vancouver Grizzlies.

Croatian guard Ukic signs 3-year deal with Raptors
The Toronto Raptors signed Croatian guard Roko Ukic to a three-year deal Wednesday.

Raptors sign Croatian G Ukic for 3 years (AP)
The Toronto Raptors signed Croatian guard Roko Ukic to a three-year deal Wednesday. Ukic, who was the Raptors' second-round pick (41st) in the 2005 draft, played in Italy last season with Lottomatica Virtus Roma. He averaged 11.5 points, 2.4 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.1 steals in 19 games, shooting 54.5 percent from the field.

Raptors sign first indigenous Australian NBA pick
The Toronto Raptors signed Nathan Jawai, the first indigenous player from Australia to be drafted by an NBA team, to a two-year contract on Friday.

NBA offseason roundup: Deal for O'Neal official
Jermaine O'Neal's deal to Toronto became official Wednesday. Catch up on all of the other offseason signings and trades.

O'Neal sent to Raptors; Pacers get Ford
The Toronto Raptors added six-time All-Star Jermaine O'Neal to their lineup on Wednesday in a multiplayer deal with Indiana that sent guard T.J. Ford and center Rasho Nesterovic to the Pacers. The teams agreed to the deal in principle before last month's draft, but it couldn't be officially announced until today. The Raptors also acquired the draft rights to forward Nathan Jawai while the Pacers get forward Maceo Baston and the draft rights to center Roy Hibbert. O'Neal averaged 18.

Multiplayer deal sending O'Neal to Toronto final
The Toronto Raptors added six-time All-Star Jermaine O'Neal to their lineup on Wednesday in a multiplayer deal with Indiana that sent guard T.J. Ford and center Rasho Nesterovic to the Pacers.

Source: Warriors sign Maggette for $50M (AP)

The Golden State Warriors will sign high-scoring free agent Corey Maggette to a five-year contract worth around $50 million, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Tuesday night. The person, speaking on condition of anonymity because the deal can't be announced until Wednesday at the earliest, confirmed Maggette will leave the Los Angeles Clippers for a lucrative...

Raptors sign G Adams to 2-year contract (AP)
The Toronto Raptors signed guard Hassan Adams to a two-year deal on Tuesday. Adams last played in the NBA in 2006-07, when he averaged 2.9 points and 1.3 rebounds in 61 games with New Jersey. The six-foot-four, 220-pounder played in Italy last season. He attended the Raptors' free-agent camp in June. The Los Angeles native is known as a tenacious defender.

Happy Canada Day: Calderon re-ups with Raptors
Happy Canada Day indeed. Point guard Jose Calderon will remain a Toronto Raptors. The restricted free agent said so himself Tuesday.

Wizards contact Arenas, plan to discuss new deal
On Tuesday morning, Abe Pollin placed a call to free agent Gilbert Arenas, who was at a layover in Toronto on the way to China for a promotional trip on behalf of a shoe company.

Calderon agrees to stay with Raptors (AP)
Jose Calderon reached a "preliminary agreement" Tuesday to remain with the Toronto Raptors for another season. The 26-year-old Spanish guard wrote on his Web site that his agent and the Raptors had reached a deal. However, Toronto cannot officially announce the signing until July 9. "I want to thank ...

Reports: O'Neal deal to Raptors not done yet
The Toronto Raptors and Indiana Pacers have agreed to a blockbuster trade the day before the draft. Multiple media outlets are reporting that Jermaine O'Neal was dealt to the Raptors for point guard T.J. Ford, center Rasho Nesterovic and the No. 17 overall pick. The Pacers also have the No. 11 pick in the draft.

Report: Pacers to deal O'Neal to Raptors (AP)

The Toronto Raptors have agreed in principle to acquire forward Jermaine O'Neal from the Indiana Pacers for point guard T.J. Ford, center Rasho Nesterovic, the 17th pick in the draft and a player to be named, Yahoo reported Wednesday. While Yahool reported the deal, citing an unidentified NBA executive, Raptors general manager Bryan Colangelo told The Canadian Press that he was in the midst of...

Reports: O'Neal shipped to Raptors for Ford, pick
The Toronto Raptors and Indiana Pacers have agreed to a blockbuster trade the day before the draft. Multiple media outlets are reporting that Jermaine O'Neal was dealt to the Raptors for point guard T.J. Ford, center Rasho Nesterovic and the No. 17 overall pick. The Pacers also have the No. 11 pick in the draft.

Pistons hire 3 assistant coaches
New Detroit Pistons coach Michael Curry has selected Darrell Walker, Pat Sullivan and Harold Ellis as assistants. Walker is a former coach of the Toronto Raptors and Washington Wizards. He has been an assistant coach with the New Orleans Hornets since the 2004-2005 season. Sullivan has spent the last three seasons as an assistant coach with the New Jersey Nets. Ellis has been minor league coordinator with the Atlanta Hawks for the past six seasons.

Pistons coach Curry hires 3 assistants (AP)
New Detroit Pistons coach Michael Curry has selected Darrell Walker, Pat Sullivan and Harold Ellis as assistants. Walker is a former coach of the Toronto Raptors and Washington Wizards. He has been an assistant coach with the New Orleans Hornets since the 2004-2005 season. Sullivan has spent the last three seasons as an assistant coach with the New Jersey Nets.

Reports: Pacers, Raptors eye O'Neal-Ford trade
The Indiana Pacers and Toronto Raptors have held discussions about a possible trade involving Jermaine O'Neal and T.J. Ford, according to reports in the Indianapolis Star and the Toronto Star.

Batum halts workout after 'borderline' heart test
French swingman Nicolas Batum, projected to be a late first-round NBA draft pick, stopped participating in a workout with the Toronto Raptors earlier this week after a stress echo test came back in the "borderline" area.

Raptors buy out remaining year on Garbajosa
Toronto bought out the contract of Jorge Garbajosa, the Spanish forward whose career with the Raptors was cut short by a broken leg.

Raptors' second-leading scorer Parker has surgery
Toronto Raptors guard Anthony Parker had surgery Wednesday to repair an injured extensor tendon in the middle finger of his right hand.

Raptors' Parker has right hand surgery (AP)
Toronto Raptors guard Anthony Parker had surgery Wednesday to repair an injured extensor tendon in the middle finger of his right hand. The surgery was performed in Toronto by Dr. Brent Graham. Parker must wear a cast for three weeks before he can begin rehabilitation. Parker averaged a career-high 12.5 points last season, second only to Chris Bosh on the Raptors.

Howard helps Magic eliminate Raptors (AP)

Dwight Howard had 21 points and 21 rebounds and the Orlando Magic advanced to second round of the playoffs for the first time in 12 years, beating the Toronto Raptors 102-92 on Monday night to close out their series in five games. It was Howard's third game with at least 20 points and 20 rebounds in the series.

Magic look to finish Raptors in Game 5 (AP)
Orlando Magic coach Stan Van Gundy has never seen his locker room clear out faster than it did after Game 3 against the Toronto Raptors. It was the Magic's lone loss in the playoffs so far, and at 14 points their worst defeat since February. He gave his players a rare day off from practice to think about it, and Orlando responded with a 106-94 gut-check win Saturday at Toronto to take a 3-1 lead.

Magic take 3-1 series lead on Raptors (AP)

Rashard Lewis had 27 points and 13 rebounds, Dwight Howard added 19 points and 16 boards, and the Orlando Magic beat the Toronto Raptors 106-94 on Saturday to take a 3-1 lead in their first-round playoff series. Jameer Nelson scored 12 of his 19 points in the fourth quarter, while Hedo Turkoglu had 18 points and nine rebounds for the third-seeded Magic.

Raptors can't even series vs. Magic
Orlando was clutch down the stretch to take a 3-1 lead on Toronto, as the Raptors wasted a big night from Chris Bosh (39 points).

Raptors win, cut Magic's lead to 2-1 (AP)
T.J. Ford scored 21 points, Jose Calderon had 18 points and 13 assists, and the Toronto Raptors beat the Orlando Magic 108-94 on Thursday night in Game 3 of their first-round playoff series. Dwight Howard had 19 points and 12 rebounds for the Magic, who lead the best-of-seven series 2-1. Hedo Turkoglu added 24 points and Rashard Lewis had 19.

Moon replaces Nesterovic for Raptors (AP)
Forward Jamario Moon replaced center Rasho Nesterovic in Toronto's starting lineup Thursday night as the Raptors tried to erase a 2-0 deficit in their first-round playoff series against the Orlando Magic. Andrea Bargnani, Chris Bosh, T.J. Ford and Anthony Parker all kept their places in the starting lineup for Toronto.

Mitchell mum on Raptors lineup changes
With his team facing a 2-0 series deficit, Raptors coach Sam Mitchell knows something has to change. Exactly who that change involves, Mitchell isn't saying. The Raptors have lost by double-digit deficits in the first quarter of both playoff games so far against the Orlando Magic. Toronto came back and had a chance to win Game 2, but All-Star forward Chris Bosh's last-second jumper bounced off the front rim, sealing Orlando's 104-103 victory.

Raptors mum on lineup changes for Game 3 (AP)
With his team facing a 2-0 series deficit, Raptors coach Sam Mitchell knows something has to change. Exactly who that change involves, Mitchell isn't saying. The Raptors have lost by double-digit deficits in the first quarter of both playoff games so far against the Orlando Magic. Toronto came back and had a chance to win Game 2, but All-Star forward Chris Bosh's last-second jumper bounced off the...

Orlando holds off Toronto
Dwight Howard scored 29 points and pulled down 20 rebounds, his second consecutive 20-20 game, as the Magic edged the Raptors 104-103. Howard talked about the victory after the game.

Howard goes for 20-20 again as Magic win (AP)

Dwight Howard had 29 points and 20 rebounds, his second straight 20-20 game, and the Orlando Magic beat the Toronto Raptors 104-103 on Tuesday night for a 2-0 lead in their first-round playoff series. Chris Bosh had 29 points and 10 rebounds for Toronto, but missed a 19-footer with 1.9 seconds left that could have won the game.

Reeling Raptors try to regroup vs. Magic (AP)
The Toronto Raptors tinkered with their starting lineup and tried a few new plays early in their first-round playoff opener against the Orlando Magic. The result? After 12 minutes and a barrage of Magic 3-pointers, they were down 43-23, and all but out of it with three quarters left. But Raptors coach Sam Mitchell doesn't think their 114-100 loss Sunday had anything to do with the changes.

Magic blow lead, but hold on for Game 1 win
The Magic saw their once comfortable lead cut to five. But Orlando had the resolve to hold on and beat Toronto in Game 1.

Howard's 20-20 game helps Magic win (AP)

Dwight Howard had 25 points and 22 rebounds, and Jameer Nelson scored 24 points, and the Orlando Magic defeated the Toronto Raptors 114-100 Sunday in the opener of their first-round series. Howard scored six straight points in a 10-0 fourth-quarter run that sealed Orlando's first playoff win since 2003.

Magic hold on for win
The Magic saw their once comfortable lead cut to five. But Orlando had the resolve to hold on and beat Toronto in Game 1.

Friends Howard, Bosh to meet in playoffs (AP)
Dwight Howard and Chris Bosh consider themselves friends, having played together for USA Basketball and on two All-Star teams. Neither has advanced in the playoffs, giving both something to prove when the Orlando Magic and Toronto Raptors open a best-of-seven playoff series on Sunday. The team that contains the other young All-Star will have a good chance of surviving.

Raptors close in on 6th place in East (AP)
Rasho Nesterovic scored 20 points, Chris Bosh had 15 and the Toronto Raptors beat the Miami Heat 91-75 on Monday night. Anthony Parker had 13 and Jason Kapono scored seven of his 11 points in the fourth quarter as the Raptors moved one step closer to locking up the sixth seed in the Eastern Conference.

Maxiell, Stuckey lead Pistons by Raptors (AP)

Jason Maxiell and Rodney Stuckey combined for 18 fourth-quarter points as the Detroit Pistons beat the Toronto Raptors 91-84 on Sunday. The loss drops Toronto (40-40) into a tie with Philadelphia for the Eastern Conference's sixth seed with two games left, although the Raptors have the tiebreaker. The sixth seed will play Orlando in the first round, while the seventh seed faces Detroit.

Raptors win, end Nets' playoff chances (AP)

After New Jersey was eliminated from playoff contention, Nets coach Lawrence Frank was apologetic for the Nets' poor play. Carlos Delfino scored 24 points, Chris Bosh had 21 and the Toronto Raptors beat the Nets 113-85 victory Friday night. "We feel like we've let down our fans, our management and our ownership," Frank said.

Bulls F Gooden to miss rest of season (AP)
Chicago Bulls forward Drew Gooden will miss the remainder of the season because of a lower abdominal strain, interim coach Jim Boylan said. Gooden missed his seventh straight game when the Bulls hosted Cleveland on Friday and will not be available for the final three against Orlando, Milwaukee and Toronto.

Bosh's 32 help Raptors end 3-game skid (AP)

Chris Bosh had 32 points and 11 rebounds and the Toronto Raptors ended a three-game losing streak with a 111-93 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday night. Former Raptor Charlie Villanueva had a season-high 38 points and a career-high seven 3-pointers. He scored 25 of Milwaukee's first 29 points.

Carter's 32 points help Nets stay alive (AP)

No matter how much his right ankle hurts, Vince Carter is going to give the New Jersey Nets everything he can as long as they still have playoff hopes. A day after the ankle prevented him from playing against Detroit, Carter returned to the lineup and scored 32 points to lead the Nets to a 99-90 victory over the struggling Toronto Raptors on Saturday night.

Richardson, Bobcats stun Raptors 105-100 (AP)

Jason Richardson scored 27 points and Earl Boykins converted a three-point play after stealing the ball from T.J. Ford in the final minute of the Charlotte Bobcats' 105-100 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night. Chris Bosh had 23 points for the Raptors, who could have clinched a playoff berth with a victory.

Smith's 2 3s in OT lift Hawks by Raptors (AP)

Mike Bibby hit a tying 3-pointer in regulation, Josh Smith made two in overtime, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Toronto Raptors 127-120 on Wednesday night for their fifth straight victory. The Hawks increased their lead for the eighth and final Eastern Conference playoff spot to four games over Indiana, which lost 92-77 at Boston.

Bosh helps Raptors beat Bobcats 104-100 (AP)

Chris Bosh scored 32 points and the Toronto Raptors remained alone in sixth place in the Eastern Conference with a 104-100 win over the Charlotte Bobcats on Monday night. Bosh hit 13 of 16 free throws and added eight rebounds and five assists for the Raptors, who won for the third time in four games to pull a game ahead of idle Philadelphia in the playoff race.

West, Paul lead Hornets to 50th win (AP)

David West scored 32 points and Chris Paul had 20 points and 16 assists to lead the New Orleans Hornets to a 118-111 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night. Peja Stojakovic scored 25 and Tyson Chandler had 17 points and 10 rebounds as the Hornets bounced back from a 20-point loss in Boston on Friday night to win for the sixth time in seven games.

Bosh leads Raptors over Knicks 103-95 (AP)

After months of inevitability, the New York Knicks made it official, dropping out of playoff contention Friday night by losing to the Toronto Raptors. Chris Bosh had 29 points and 10 rebounds, Rasho Nesterovic added 18 points, and the Raptors beat the Knicks 103-95. "It's disappointing," Knicks coach Isiah Thomas said.

Jazz's Okur, Brewer out vs. Clippers (AP)
Mehmet Okur and Ronnie Brewer will not dress Friday night in Utah's game against the Los Angeles Clippers because of a stomach virus. Stomach problems caused Okur to head to the locker room after playing just seven minutes against the Toronto Raptors on March 17 . Physically weakened from fluid loss, he struggled to score 10 points against the Los Angeles Lakers three nights later.

Raptors beat Pistons in Ford's return (AP)

Chris Bosh scored 21 points and T.J. Ford had 13 points and nine assists in his return to the starting lineup as the Toronto Raptors beat the Detroit Pistons 89-82 on Wednesday night. Rasho Nesterovic had 15 points and Jose Calderon 13 as Toronto won for just the fourth time in 15 games. The Raptors avoided falling below .500 for the first time since a Nov.

Iverson's 36, Anthony's 33 lift Nuggets (AP)

Allen Iverson had 36 points, Carmelo Anthony added 33 and the Denver Nuggets beat the Toronto Raptors 109-100 on Sunday. J.R. Smith scored 14 points and Marcus Camby had 15 rebounds for Denver, which has won five of seven. Chris Bosh came one assist shy of a triple-double, finishing with 17 points, 12 rebounds and nine assists as Toronto lost for the seventh time in eight games.

Cavs C Wallace out with sore back (AP)
Cavaliers center Ben Wallace had his sore back re-examined Saturday in Cleveland and missed a game at Milwaukee. Wallace underwent a precautionary MRI. A team spokeswoman said the results were negative and that Wallace would be treated for back spasms and is day-to-day. Wallace left Friday night's 90-83 victory over the Toronto Raptors in the third quarter with back spasms and didn't return.

James sets team record, Cavs top Raptors (AP)

Already a supreme scorer, LeBron James is second to none. James passed Brad Daugherty as Cleveland's career scoring leader in the first quarter and finished with 29 points, leading the Cavaliers to a 90-83 win over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night in a possible first-round playoff preview. In just his fifth NBA season, James moved to the top of the franchise's career scoring chart, a remarkable...

James breaks Cavs' career scoring mark (AP)
LeBron James is Cleveland's scoring king. The All-Star forward passed Brad Daugherty as the Cavaliers' career scoring leader during the first quarter of Friday night's game against the Toronto Raptors. James entered the game needing five points to surpass Daugherty, and did it with one of his patented driving layups with 4:10 left in the period.

LeBron claims Cavs' scoring mark
LeBron James passed Brad Daugherty as the Cavaliers' career scoring leader during the first quarter of Friday night's game against the Toronto Raptors.

LeBron moves into first place on Cavs scoring list
LeBron James is Cleveland's scoring king. The All-Star forward passed Brad Daugherty as the Cavaliers' career scoring leader during the first quarter of Friday night's game against the Toronto Raptors. James entered the game needing five points to surpass Daugherty, and did it with one of his patented driving layups with 4:10 left in the period. It took Daugherty 548 games to score 10,389 points while James, the NBA's leading scorer in his fifth pro season, was playing in just his 380th game.

Heat held to NBA season-low 54 points (AP)

In a season of misery, the Miami Heat set a new low. Andrea Bargnani and Anthony Parker each scored 14 points and the Toronto Raptors held Miami to the third-lowest point total in the shot-clock era, beating the Heat 96-54 on Wednesday night. "I feel real bad for (the players) that they couldn't make a few shots and just get out of the record books but that's the way it goes," Heat coach Pat Riley...

Raptors forward Bosh to make return from injury
Chris Bosh plans to be back on the court Wednesday when the Toronto Raptors host the Miami Heat.

Jazz extend home win streak to 19 (AP)

Deron Williams scored 21 points and his backup, Ronnie Price, had 13 points and five assists as the Utah Jazz tied a franchise record with their 19th straight home victory, a 96-79 win over the Toronto Raptors on Monday night. With the game tied at 65, Price led the Jazz on 24-4 run to start the fourth quarter.

Martin helps Kings hold off Raptors (AP)

Kevin Martin scored 32 points and had eight rebounds Sunday night to help the Sacramento Kings hold off the struggling Toronto Raptors for a 106-100 victory. Ron Artest added 19 points and 10 rebounds, and Mikki Moore scored 17 for the Kings, who have won three of four games. Jason Kapono scored 26 points off the bench for the Raptors, who have lost four straight and five of six.

Iverson's 28 help Nuggets rout Raptors (AP)

Allen Iverson scored 28 points despite a fractured finger, Carmelo Anthony added 22 and the Denver Nuggets won their fifth straight at home, blowing out the Toronto Raptors 137-105 on Friday night. It's the second-most points the Nuggets have scored this season. They still have the NBA high mark for the season with a 138-point performance in a win at Seattle on Feb.

Raptors file statement against Spanish hoops
The Toronto Raptors filed a statement of claim against the Spanish Basketball Federation on Friday for nonpayment of insurance related to Jorge Garbajosa's injury. Garbajosa underwent more surgery on his left leg and ankle on Dec. 11 in Baltimore. The 6-foot-9 forward broke a bone in his lower leg and dislocated his ankle while trying to block a shot last March. The injury ended his rookie season.

Raptors file claim on F Garbajosa (AP)
The Toronto Raptors filed a statement of claim against the Spanish Basketball Federation on Friday for nonpayment of insurance related to Jorge Garbajosa's injury. Garbajosa underwent more surgery on his left leg and ankle on Dec. 11 in Baltimore. The 6-foot-9 forward broke a bone in his lower leg and dislocated his ankle while trying to block a shot last March.

In the Paint: Toronto trouble
Can the Raptors crash the playoffs? Marques Johnson says Toronto's postseason push depends on Chris Bosh's health.

Davis outplays Ford as Warriors win 40th (AP)

Baron Davis and the Golden State Warriors play such a carefree, entertaining game that it's easy to forget every night is part of a fight for their playoff livelihood. The Toronto Raptors don't have any such concerns about making the postseason -- and maybe that was one reason Davis and his teammates were tougher in the final minutes Wednesday night.

Lakers take down Toronto
Kobe Bryant scored 34 points as the Lakers beat the visiting Raptors 117-108. Bryant talked about the victory with FSN after the game.

Kobe helps Lakers regain lead in West (AP)

Kobe Bryant scored 10 of his 34 points in the final 8 1/2 minutes, Lamar Odom added 20 points and nine rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Toronto Raptors 117-108 on Tuesday night to regain the top spot in the Western Conference. Now, they'll face a major challenge staying there, playing their next four games on the road against New Orleans, Houston, Dallas and Utah, who have a...

Bynum runs on treadmill for 1st time since injury
Lakers center Andrew Bynum ran on a treadmill Tuesday for the first time since injuring his left knee two months ago. Bynum temporarily dislocated his kneecap and sustained a bone bruise early in the third quarter of a 100-99 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Jan. 13 when he landed on teammate Lamar Odom's left foot while going for a rebound. "He's coming along well. He's progressing," coach Phil Jackson said before Tuesday night's game against the Toronto Raptors.

Jamison helps Wizards beat Raptors in OT (AP)

Antawn Jamison had 25 points and 16 rebounds to lead the Washington Wizards to a 110-106 overtime victory over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night. Roger Mason added 18 points for the Wizards, who had six players score in double figures. Washington has won five of seven despite missing Gilbert Arenas and Caron Butler.

Johnson suspended 1 game for flagrant foul
The NBA suspended Alexander Johnson of the Miami Heat for Friday's game against the Golden State Warriors because of a flagrant foul earlier in the week. Johnson committed a hard foul Wednesday against the Toronto Raptors' Andrea Bargnani, the 2006 No. 1 overall draft pick. Bargnani was driving the baseline, Johnson leaped in an effort to keep Bargnani from scoring, and the collision sent the Raptors' forward to the ground in a heap.

Villanueva's 32 lead Bucks past Sonics (AP)

Charlie Villanueva scored 32 points, his highest output in nearly two years, and had 11 rebounds as the Milwaukee Bucks scored a season-high 118 points to beat the Seattle SuperSonics 118-106 Wednesday night. It was only the second 30-point game of Villanueva's career; the other was for 48 points as a Toronto Raptors rookie at Milwaukee on March 26, 2006.

Bargnani hits head on court
Toronto forward Andrea Bargnani was shaken up early in the third quarter of the Raptors' game against the Miami Heat on Wednesday night, after a nasty collision under the basket.

Raptors embarrass Heat, F Bargnani hurt (AP)

Rasho Nesterovic scored 16 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, Jamario Moon added 14 points and the Toronto Raptors embarrassed the Miami Heat for the second time this season, winning 108-83 Wednesday night to snap a three-game losing streak. Anthony Parker and Andrea Bargnani each scored 12 points for Toronto, but Bargnani's night will be best remembered by a scary collision with Miami's Alexander...

Raptors C Bargnani shaken up vs. Heat (AP)
Toronto forward Andrea Bargnani was shaken up early in the third quarter of the Raptors' game against the Miami Heat on Wednesday night, after a nasty collision under the basket. Bargnani, the first overall pick in the 2006 NBA draft, was driving the right baseline with 9:57 left in the period when he went airborne near the basket.

Family emergency forces Haslem to miss game
Heat forward Udonis Haslem was not with the team for Wednesday night's game against the Toronto Raptors because of a family emergency.

Heat without Haslem due to family matter (AP)
Heat forward Udonis Haslem was not with the team for Wednesday night's game against the Toronto Raptors because of a family emergency. Haslem, who is averaging 11.9 points and 9.1 rebounds, is expected to rejoin the team in time for Friday's home game with the Golden State Warriors. Haslem's absence left Miami with nine available players against the Raptors.

Turkoglu, Howard lift Magic by Raptors (AP)

Hedo Turkoglu scored 24 points, Dwight Howard overcame a slow start to collect 19 points and 14 rebounds, and the Orlando Magic beat the Toronto Raptors 102-87 on Tuesday night. Howard had only three points on 1-for-3 shooting until the fourth quarter, sitting long stretches with foul trouble. He seemed energized after the rest, and scored six straight in a 1:10 stretch that expanded Orlando's lead...

Raptors' Brezec still ticked over trade from Cats
Toronto Raptors center Primoz Brezec was smiling as he sorted through tickets for friends and family members Sunday before his first game against Charlotte since being traded in December.

Richardson helps Bobcats defeat Raptors (AP)

Chris Bosh, in his nice-looking suit on the bench, had as many second-chance points as his Toronto Raptors teammates. Zero. In a listless performance against one of the NBA's worst teams, the Bosh-less Raptors gave up 30 points to Charlotte's Jason Richardson, and allowed the Bobcats to dominate the glass in a 110-98 win on Sunday.

Dunleavy scores 36 again in Pacers' win (AP)

Mike Dunleavy tied his career high of 36 points for the second straight game, and the Indiana Pacers beat the Milwaukee Bucks 128-106 Sunday for their second straight win. It was Dunleavy's third 30-point game in his last six contests, and the third time he has scored 36 points this season. He had just tied the career high Friday at Toronto.

Raptors' Brezec still steamed over departure
Toronto Raptors center Primoz Brezec was smiling as he sorted through tickets for friends and family members Sunday before his first game against Charlotte since being traded in December. But when asked about Bobcats coach Sam Vincent, Brezec's demeanor changed rapidly. "I've been in this league for seven years. People know what I can do," Brezec said, clearly agitated. "Sam Vincent didn't know what he got.

Raptors C Brezec still angry at Bobcats (AP)
Toronto Raptors center Primoz Brezec was smiling as he sorted through tickets for friends and family members Sunday before his first game against Charlotte since being traded in December. But when asked about Bobcats coach Sam Vincent, Brezec's demeanor changed rapidly. "I've been in this league for seven years.

Bosh could miss week with right knee pain
A swollen and painful right knee could keep Toronto Raptors All-Star forward Chris Bosh sidelined for about a week. Bosh missed Sunday's game against Charlotte, two days after he left in the fourth quarter when the knee flared up. Bosh, Toronto's top scorer and rebounder, initially was injured Monday against the Pacers. An MRI on Saturday revealed no structural damage. "I'm just waiting until I don't have any more pain," Bosh said Sunday. "That's my biggest concern right now.

Dunleavy's career-high 36 power Pacers (AP)

Mike Dunleavy matched his career high with 36 points, Kareem Rush added 23 and the Indiana Pacers beat the Toronto Raptors 122-111 on Friday night. Troy Murphy scored 18 and Stephen Graham had 16 as the Pacers won for just the second time in their past seven games. Toronto lost forward Chris Bosh late in the first quarter to a sore right knee.

Bosh leaves game with sore right knee (AP)
Toronto star Chris Bosh left the Raptors' game against the Indiana Pacers on Friday night late in the first quarter with a sore right knee. Team officials said Bosh would not return to the game and will undergo further examination. The forward went to the locker room during a Raptors timeout with 2:23 left in the quarter.

Pacers' Granger suspended one game
The NBA suspended Indiana Pacers forward Danny Granger for one game without pay Friday for striking Chicago's Andres Nocioni in the face. The incident occurred in the fourth quarter of Indiana's 113-107 loss to the Bulls on Wednesday. The suspension was for Friday night's game at Toronto. The Pacers had no other comment besides the statement released by the league through Stu Jackson, the NBA's executive vice president for basketball operations, team spokesman David Benner said.

Pacers F Granger suspended 1 game (AP)
The NBA suspended Indiana Pacers forward Danny Granger for one game without pay Friday for striking Chicago's Andres Nocioni in the face. The incident occurred in the fourth quarter of Indiana's 113-107 loss to the Bulls on Wednesday. The suspension was for Friday night's game at Toronto. The Pacers had no other comment besides the statement released by the league through Stu Jackson, the NBA's...

Raptors extend dominance over Wolves (AP)

Chris Bosh scored 28 points, T.J. Ford had 16 and the Toronto Raptors beat the Minnesota Timberwolves for the eighth straight time, 107-85 on Wednesday night. Andrea Bargnani had 12 and Jamario Moon added 11 for Toronto, which has won five of six overall and four straight at home. Toronto hasn't lost to Minnesota since a 108-97 defeat on Jan.

Bosh leads Raptors past Pacers 102-98 (AP)

Chris Bosh had 24 points and 10 rebounds, leading the Toronto Raptors to a 102-98 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Monday night. Carlos Delfino scored 23 points and made six of seven 3-pointers, and T.J. Ford added 16 points and seven assists for the Raptors, who have won all three meetings with the Pacers this season and won four of their last five overall.

Raptors cruise past Knicks 115-92 (AP)
Andrea Bargnani had 25 points and Chris Bosh added 17 as the Toronto Raptors rebounded from a loss to New York two days earlier and beat the Knicks 115-92 on Sunday night. Anthony Parker added 16 points and T.J. Ford came off the bench to score 15 as Toronto gave coach Sam Mitchell a victory in his 300th game.

Crawford's 43 power Knicks past Raptors (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored a season-high 43 points, leading the New York Knicks to a 103-99 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night in the opener of a home-and-home series. Zach Randolph added 26 points and 15 rebounds, and made a layup with the Knicks clinging to a two-point lead with 40 seconds remaining.

Brezec to join third team this season
The Toronto Raptors acquired center Primoz Brezec from the Detroit Pistons on Thursday for guard Juan Dixon and cash considerations.

Raptors acquire well-traveled Brezec from Pistons
The Toronto Raptors acquired center Primoz Brezec and cash from the Detroit Pistons on Thursday for guard Juan Dixon.

Pistons, Raptors swap Dixon for Brezec (AP)
The Toronto Raptors acquired center Primoz Brezec and cash from the Detroit Pistons on Thursday for guard Juan Dixon. Dixon was averaging 4.3 points and 1.8 assists in 36 games with Toronto this season, his second with the Raptors. Dixon joined Toronto from Portland last year in a trade deadline deal that sent swingman Fred Jones to the Trail Blazers.

Bosh's 40 propel Raptors past Magic (AP)
Chris Bosh had 40 points -- going 14-for-16 from the field and 11-for-11 from the foul line -- and Jose Calderon had 19 points and 13 assists as the Toronto Raptors beat the Orlando Magic 127-110 on Wednesday night. Bosh made 11 of his first 12 shots and even made a rare 3-pointer in the third quarter, struggling to contain a smile as he retreated back down court.

No Kidd for Nets in loss to Raptors (AP)
Still reeling from news that Jason Kidd was likely to be traded soon, the rest of the New Jersey Nets didn't put up much of a fight against the Toronto Raptors. Chris Bosh had 27 points, Jose Calderon had 22 points and 12 assists and the Raptors beat the Nets 109-91 on Wednesday night in the final game for both teams before the All-Star break.

Ginobili's 34 and 15 power Spurs to win (AP)

Manu Ginobili scored a season-high 34 points and added a career-high 15 rebounds, leading the San Antonio Spurs to a 93-88 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Monday night. Tim Duncan added 22 points and 13 rebounds for the Spurs, who led from wire-to-wire and won for the fifth time in six games. San Antonio's only defeat in that time was a 98-90 loss at Boston on Sunday.

Raptors ease past Timberwolves 105-82 (AP)

Andrea Bargnani scored 16 points and Jose Calderon had 15 points and 10 assists for his second consecutive double-double to help the Toronto Raptors beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 105-82 on Sunday night. All-Star Chris Bosh added 14 points for the Raptors, and T.J. Ford had seven points and 13 assists, his highest totals since returning to the lineup from injury Feb.

Maggette scores 35, Clippers top Raptors (AP)

Corey Maggette matched his season-high with 35 points, Cuttino Mobley had 19 and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Toronto Raptors 102-98 on Friday night. Al Thornton had 19 points and Chris Kaman had 16 points and 12 rebounds for the Clippers, who had lost 10 of their last 11 road games. The Clippers, who came in having lost six of eight overall, improved to 6-19 when Maggette scores 20 or more.

Clippers' Cassell suspended 1 game for flagrant foul
Los Angeles Clippers guard Sam Cassell was suspended for Friday night's game against Toronto without pay for committing a flagrant foul against Boston's Rajon Rondo. Cassell was ejected after hitting Rondo's head in the second quarter of the Celtics' 111-100 win Wednesday. Cassell was assessed a flagrant foul, penalty two, NBA executive vice president Stu Jackson said in a statement Friday.

Cassell suspended one game for flagrant foul
Los Angeles Clippers guard Sam Cassell was suspended for Friday night's game against Toronto without pay for committing a flagrant foul against Boston's Rajon Rondo.

Courtside Seat: Resurrected Raptors
With Andrea Bargnani coming on and T.J. Ford back on the court, the Toronto Raptors have suddenly become a hotbed of Fantasy options according to our Jamey Eisenberg.

Garnett likely won't play in Minnesota (AP)

Kevin Garnett got on Boston's team plane Thursday afternoon with the rest of the Celtics, headed for his old home and what will surely be a warm reception from Timberwolves fans. They should have their chance to stand and cheer him. Watching him play is another matter. Garnett has not taken the court in two weeks because of a strained abdominal muscle, and it will be a surprise if the 11-time...

Raptors pound woeful Heat 114-82 (AP)

Chris Bosh scored 24 points on 8-for-11 shooting, Andrea Bargnani added 22 and the Toronto Raptors shot 60 percent Monday night on the way to beating the hapless Miami Heat 114-82. Anthony Parter scored 18 points for the Raptors, who delivered more indignity to Miami's season of epic struggle by handing the Heat their biggest loss of the year.

Bryant's 46 power Lakers over Raptors (AP)

Kobe Bryant scored 46 points and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Toronto Raptors 121-101 on Friday night, hours after acquiring Pau Gasol in a trade with Memphis. The Lakers gave up Kwame Brown, rookie Javaris Crittenton and two first-round draft picks to get Gasol, who will play center until Andrew Bynum (left knee) is ready to return.

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Raptors hit 13 3s, rip Wizards 122-83 (AP)

Andrea Bargnani scored 19 points, Chris Bosh had 16 and the Toronto Raptors used a big second quarter and a flurry of 3-pointers to beat the Washington Wizards 122-83 on Wednesday night. The 39-point margin of victory matched the biggest in team history, a 112-73 win over Atlanta on April 12, 2002. Anthony Parker had 15 points and Jose Calderon added 11 points and 11 assists for the Raptors, who...

Ford's return to Raptors' practice 'a matter of time'
Injured point guard T.J. Ford is close to practicing again with the Toronto Raptors, but there is still no timetable for his return to games.

Ford or Calderon? Injured PG close to returning
Injured point guard T.J. Ford is close to practicing again with the Toronto Raptors, but there is still no timetable for his return to games. Ford has missed the last 22 games because of a left-arm stinger. Toronto had gone 12-10 without him entering Wednesday's game against Washington. Raptors general manager Bryan Colangelo said before the game Ford's status is "becoming clearer," adding that it's "just a matter of time" until Ford is able to return.

Fill-in Blatche lifts Wizards by Raptors (AP)

Andray Blatche did a fine job filling in for an injured Caron Butler, and he got plenty of help from Antawn Jamison and others. Blatche had 19 points and eight rebounds in only his second start of the season, and Jamison finished with 24 points and 20 rebounds Tuesday night, leading the Washington Wizards to a 108-104 overtime victory over the Toronto Raptors.

Wizards' Butler to miss at least one game
Washington Wizards forward Caron Butler missed Tuesday night's game against the Toronto Raptors with a strained left hip flexor. Butler also was expected to miss Washington's next game, at Toronto on Wednesday. He was hurt when he fell to the floor during an overtime loss against the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday. Wizards coach Eddie Jordan said Andray Blatche would start in Butler's place Tuesday. Butler is enjoying a career-best season, averaging highs of 21.9 points, 4.3 assists and 2.

Hip flexor injury sidelines Wiz's Butler vs. Raptors
Washington Wizards forward Caron Butler missed Tuesday night's game against the Toronto Raptors with a strained left hip flexor.

Wizards' Butler to miss 1 game, maybe 2 (AP)
Washington Wizards forward Caron Butler missed Tuesday night's game against the Toronto Raptors with a strained left hip flexor. Butler also was expected to miss Washington's next game, at Toronto on Wednesday. He was hurt when he fell to the floor during an overtime loss against the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday.

Raptors use 19-0 run to race past Bucks (AP)

Even Chris Bosh has a bad game every once in a while. It's just not likely to happen twice against the same team. Bosh, who scored one point the last time Toronto played Milwaukee, had 32 points Friday night to lead the Raptors to a 106-75 victory over the Bucks. Carlos Delfino added 18 points and the Raptors broke the game open with a 19-0 run in the third quarter.

Raptors make 15 3s, beat Celtics 114-112 (AP)

Boston Celtics coach Doc Rivers looked at the boxscore and shook his head at the shooting percentages Toronto had just compiled. "Fifty-eight percent (from the floor); 71 percent from the 3; 100 percent from the foul line. At least the foul line wasn't guarded," Rivers said after the Raptors made 15 of 21 3-pointers to beat Boston 114-112 on Wednesday night.

76ers hold on to beat Raptors 99-95 (AP)

Willie Green tied a season high with 23 points and the Philadelphia 76ers survived a late rally for a 99-95 victory Saturday night over the Toronto Raptors. Andre Miller and Andre Iguodala each added 20 for the 76ers, who seemed to take command with a 24-5 run that started late in the second quarter and continued until midway through the third.

Bosh's 35 lift Raptors over Hawks 89-78 (AP)

Chris Bosh had 35 points and nine rebounds, Anthony Parker scored 18 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the Atlanta Hawks 89-78 on Friday night for their sixth win in seven games. Bosh, who had 13 points in the fourth quarter, has scored at least 30 in four of Toronto's past five games. Joe Johnson had 25 points for the Hawks, who lost back-to-back games for the first time since a four-game slide...

Kings lose in Bibby's season debut (AP)

Chris Bosh had 31 points and the Toronto Raptors spoiled Mike Bibby's season debut, beating the Sacramento Kings 116-91 on Wednesday night. Carlos Delfino came off the bench to score a season-high 26 and Toronto won for the fourth time in five games. Jose Calderon had 17 points and 14 assists, Anthony Parker had 12 points and Kris Humphries had 11.

Kings' Bibby returns, comes off bench vs. Raptors
Kings guard Mike Bibby made his season debut Wednesday night, coming off the bench late in the first quarter of Sacramento's game against the Toronto Raptors.

Bibby enters in 1st quarter in Toronto
Kings guard Mike Bibby made his season debut Wednesday night, coming off the bench late in the first quarter of Sacramento's game against the Toronto Raptors. Bibby had surgery in November to repair a torn ligament in his left thumb, causing him to miss Sacramento's first 36 games. Forward Ron Artest also came off the bench for the Kings. Artest, who is averaging 19.1 points and 6.1 rebounds this season, has missed the past nine games after surgery on his right elbow. Bibby averaged 17.

Kings G Bibby makes season debut (AP)
Kings guard Mike Bibby made his season debut Wednesday night, coming off the bench late in the first quarter of Sacramento's game against the Toronto Raptors. Bibby had surgery in November to repair a torn ligament in his left thumb, causing him to miss Sacramento's first 36 games. Forward Ron Artest also came off the bench for the Kings.

Hamilton's 39 power Pistons past Raptors (AP)

Richard Hamilton scored a season-high 39 points as the Detroit Pistons rebounded from an embarrassing loss for a 103-89 victory over the Toronto Raptors Tuesday night. Hamilton hit 16 of 22 shots in Detroit's first game since losing 89-65 to the last-place New York Knicks on Sunday. Chauncey Billups added 20 points for Detroit and Antonio McDyess had nine points, 12 rebounds and a career-high seven...

Raptors cool off Blazers, win in 2OT (AP)

Chris Bosh had 38 points and 14 rebounds, and the Toronto Raptors beat Portland 116-109 in double overtime Sunday to hand the Trail Blazers their second loss in 19 games. Bosh, who played 55 minutes, scored six points in the second overtime to lead Toronto to its third straight victory. Brandon Roy had a career-high 33 points and 10 assists for Portland, and made a 3-pointer with 2 seconds left in...

Bosh's 40 power Raptors past Knicks (AP)

Chris Bosh had 40 points and 11 rebounds, and the Toronto Raptors rolled to a 99-90 victory over New York on Friday night in the latest ugly night for the Knicks. Starting forward Zach Randolph was benched the final 31-plus minutes after appearing to have a dispute with Knicks coach Isiah Thomas. Randolph was yanked 20 seconds after committing an offensive foul with 7:35 remaining in the first...

Parker, Raptors extend 76ers skid to 5 (AP)

Anthony Parker matched his season high with 22 points, Chris Bosh had 21 and the Toronto Raptors beat Philadelphia 109-96 on Wednesday night, handing the 76ers their season-high fifth straight loss. Jose Calderon had 17 points and nine assists for the Raptors, and Carlos Delfino added 12 points. Parker, who also scored 22 points in a victory against Philadelphia on Nov.

Durant sprains ankle in Sonics' loss (AP)

LeBron James showed Kevin Durant how it's done by scoring 22 points, and the Cleveland Cavaliers didn't wait until the fourth quarter to put away the Seattle SuperSonics 95-79 on Tuesday night. James, who scored 24 points in the fourth on Sunday when the Cavs (18-17) rallied for a win in Toronto, was able to sit out the final 8:36 as Cleveland coasted to its sixth win in seven games and moved over...

LeBron answers taunts with 24 in 4th (AP)

Right up there with tugging on Superman's cape should be this perpetual no-no: Don't taunt LeBron James. Fueled by some good-natured heckling from Toronto star Chris Bosh's girlfriend and others, James outscored the Raptors 24-20 in the fourth quarter of the Cleveland Cavaliers' 93-90 win on Sunday. It was the latest tour-de-fourth performance by the Cavaliers superstar who has become the NBA's...

James rallies Cavs to win with 24 in 4th (AP)

For three quarters he was ordinary. Then, when it mattered most, LeBron James was unstoppable. James scored 39 points, including 24 in the fourth, to help the Cleveland Cavaliers rally for a 93-90 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday. "In the fourth quarter, he was amazing," Cleveland coach Mike Brown said.

James rallies Cavs to win with 24 in 4th (AP)

For three quarters he was ordinary. Then, when it mattered most, LeBron James was unstoppable. James scored 39 points, including 24 in the fourth, to help the Cleveland Cavaliers rally for a 93-90 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday. "In the fourth quarter, he was amazing," Cleveland coach Mike Brown said.

Raptors' Ford says he'll be back on court this year
Toronto Raptors guard T.J. Ford, unable to play since he was injured in a mid-December game against the Atlanta Hawks, said in a radio interview on Thursday that he is feeling better and insisted he will return this season.

Pistons win 11th straight, top Raptors (AP)

Richard Hamilton scored 22 points, Rasheed Wallace added 20 and the Detroit Pistons extended their winning streak to 11 games with a 101-85 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night. Chauncey Billups had 18 points for Detroit, which has not lost since an 80-77 defeat in Houston on Dec. 12 and owns the longest current run in the NBA.

Raptors rally, end Hornets' win streak (AP)

Chris Bosh scored 29 points and the Toronto Raptors rallied from a 10-point fourth-quarter deficit to beat the New Orleans Hornets 97-92 on Monday night. The Hornets' winning streak ended at five after Chris Paul, perhaps exhausted from a 44-minute effort, committed a turnover with just over a minute to go and then missed a pair of crucial free throws that could have given New Orleans the lead...

Yao carries Rockets past Raptors 91-79 (AP)

Yao Ming scored 17 of his 25 points in the second half and grabbed 11 rebounds to lead the Houston Rockets to a 91-79 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Saturday night. Rafer Alston added 18 points, and Bonzi Wells had 13 points and 11 rebounds as Houston won its second straight and third in four games.

Raptors hand Spurs second home loss (AP)

Jason Kapono scored 10 of his 15 points in the fourth quarter, and the Toronto Raptors beat San Antonio 83-73 Friday night, the Spurs' second home loss of the season. The Raptors, who enjoyed a nearly weeklong layoff, snapped a three-game losing streak. Kris Humphries added 14 points and 11 rebounds for Toronto, and Jose Calderon contributed 14 points.

Durant's 27 help Sonics hold off Raptors (AP)

Kevin Durant did it all Friday night, hitting deep 3-pointers, slamming a poster-worthy baseline dunk over a 7-footer and throwing a no-look pass on the fastbreak. Yep, the Seattle rookie had fun against Toronto. Durant scored 27 points, Wally Szczerbiak added 23 off the bench, and the SuperSonics held off Toronto's late rally for a 123-115 victory.

Bosh scores 42 but Raptors fall to Suns (AP)

The Phoenix Suns raced past Toronto 122-103 on Saturday night despite a career-high 42 points by the Raptors' Chris Bosh. Leandro Barbosa, starting in place of injured Raja Bell, scored 31 points, Amare Stoudemire added 28 and Grant Hill 25 as Phoenix swept the season series from Toronto for the fourth consecutive season.

Raptors' Ford sees more specialists for neck injury
There's growing concern about the health of Toronto Raptors guard T.J. Ford, who has left the team to visit a specialist in New York a week after hurting his neck in an in-game fall.

Bosh leads Raptors by Clippers 80-77 (AP)

Chris Bosh scored 12 of his 24 points in the third quarter to help Toronto take the lead for good in the Raptors' 80-77 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday night. Bosh also had nine rebounds to become Toronto's career leader. His 2,847 betters Antonio Davis' mark of 2,839. Jamario Moon added 16 points for the Raptors, whose tight defense seemed to throw the Clippers off their shooting...

Roy leads Blazers to ninth straight win (AP)

Brandon Roy had 25 points, nine assists and eight rebounds and the Portland Trail Blazers won their ninth straight game, beating the Toronto Raptors 101-96 on Wednesday night. The Blazers, 11-3 at home and 14-12 overall, have won nine straight games for the first time since they won 12 in a row during the 2001-02 season.

Allen expected to return Wednesday
Celtics guard Ray Allen did not travel to Toronto and missed his second straight game because of a sore right ankle Sunday. He is expected to return when Atlantic Division-leading Boston hosts Detroit on Wednesday. "He'll practice on Tuesday and play on Wednesday, I'm pretty sure of that," Celtics coach Doc Rivers said. "You never know, but I'm pretty much sure." Allen was injured against Charlotte on Nov.

Celtics G Allen sits out Sunday (AP)
Celtics guard Ray Allen did not travel to Toronto and missed his second straight game because of a sore right ankle Sunday, but is expected to return when Atlantic Division-leading Boston hosts Detroit on Wednesday. "He'll practice on Tuesday and play on Wednesday, I'm pretty sure of that," Celtics coach Doc Rivers said.

Celtics' win streak reaches 9 games (AP)
Paul Pierce scored 18 points, Kevin Garnett had 16 and the Boston Celtics extended their winning streak to nine games by beating the Toronto Raptors 90-77 Sunday. Rajon Rondo had 14, Eddie House came off the bench to score 11 and Tony Allen had 10. Atlantic Division-leading Boston (20-2) matched its longest winning streak since March 16-31, 1993.

Kapono rallies Raptors past Pacers (AP)

Jason Kapono scored 17 of his career-high 29 points in the fourth quarter to help the Toronto Raptors beat the Indiana Pacers 104-93 Friday night for their fourth straight win. Chris Bosh had 22 points and 16 rebounds, and Jose Calderon had a career-high 16 assists and 18 points for the Raptors (14-10), who overcame a 17-point third-quarter deficit.

Playing the Waiver Wire: Tough Ford done?
The latest scary injury suffered by Toronto PG T.J. Ford may have serious ramifications. Sergio Gonzalez looks at how that will affect the Raptors and he also gives you some players to add and drop in his latest edition of Playing the Waiver Wire.

Horford suspended for flagrant foul
Atlanta Hawks forward Al Horford was suspended for one game by the NBA on Thursday for a flagrant foul against Toronto's T.J. Ford. Ford was injured when Horford struck him on the head and knocked him down as Ford was trying to score on a breakaway with 1:32 left in the game Tuesday night. Horford, ejected for a flagrant foul penalty two, said he was trying to block Ford's shot. Ford was released from an Atlanta hospital Wednesday and flew home to Toronto.

Ford expected to return to Toronto
Toronto Raptors guard T.J. Ford is expected to be released from a hospital Wednesday and return to Toronto, a day after his head bounced on the floor and he was removed from the court on a stretcher. Raptors spokesman Jamie Deans said he had no details on the time of Ford's release from Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta, where Ford was taken for tests Tuesday night. "All that I know is he's expected to come home today," Deans said.

Raptors' Ford out of hospital, returning to Toronto
T.J. Ford has been released from an Atlanta hospital and is on a flight back to Toronto, ESPN.com's Andy Katz and ESPN The Magazine's Ric Bucher are reporting.

Raptors' Ford expected to leave hospital (AP)
Toronto Raptors guard T.J. Ford is expected to be released from a hospital Wednesday and return to Toronto, a day after his head bounced on the floor and he was removed from the court on a stretcher. Raptors spokesman Jamie Deans said he had no details on the time of Ford's release from Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta, where Ford was taken for tests Tuesday night.

Raptors end slump against Mavs, 92-76 (AP)

Kris Humphries had 16 points and 12 rebounds, Chris Bosh scored 17 points and Toronto beat Dallas 92-76 Wednesday night for the Raptors' first win over the Mavericks in more than four years. Toronto won its third straight and ended an eight-game slump against the Mavericks, whose 76 points were a season low.

Raptors forward Garbajosa has surgery on left leg
Toronto Raptors forward Jorge Garbajosa underwent surgery on his left leg Tuesday and will be off it for at least 10 weeks.

Raptors hope to have F Bargnani back vs. Hawks
Toronto forward Andrea Bargnani practiced Monday for the first time in more than a week and hopes to play when the Raptors face the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday.

Bargnani hopes to return Tuesday
Toronto forward Andrea Bargnani practiced Monday for the first time in more than a week and hopes to play when the Raptors face the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday. If Bargnani plays, it will be the first time Toronto has had its trio of stars - Bargnani, T.J. Ford and Chris Bosh - together in the lineup since Nov. 20. "The knee is getting better every day," Bargnani said after Monday's practice. "Today I practiced normally and it was feeling good. I can try to play, we'll see (Tuesday).

Bosh returns, leads Raptors over Rockets (AP)

Chris Bosh had 21 points and 10 rebounds in his return to the Toronto lineup and the Raptors beat the Houston Rockets 93-80 Sunday. Kris Humphries added 16 points, including 10 in the fourth quarter, for Toronto. Carlos Delfino had 12 points, Anthony Parker added 11 and Jason Kapono 10. Former Raptor Tracy McGrady had 23 for Houston, while Yao Ming scored 15 and Bonzi Wells had 12.

Celtics win, improve to 10-0 at home (AP)

The Boston Celtics are tearing apart teams at home like the days when Larry Bird, Kevin McHale and Robert Parish roamed the fabled parquet. Kevin Garnett scored 23 points and the Celtics improved to 10-0 at home with a 112-84 win over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night. Paul Pierce had 18 points and Ray Allen 13 for Boston (16-2), which is off to the NBA's best start and its best home mark since...

Barbosa, Suns outscore Raptors 136-123 (AP)

Leandro Barbosa scored 35 points, Canadian star Steve Nash had a season-high 18 assists and the Phoenix Suns set a season high in points, beating the Toronto Raptors 136-123 on Wednesday night. Shawn Marion had 10 points and 14 rebounds for the Suns, who have won four straight and 12 of their past 14.

Short-handed Raptors beat Bobcats 98-79 (AP)

Toronto's best players were out with injuries. It didn't seem to bother the Raptors. Charlotte's best players couldn't shoot straight. It proved costly to the Bobcats. Kris Humphries and Carlos Delfino both scored 17 points, Joey Graham added 13 and the Raptors shrugged off injuries to three top players to hand the Bobcats their sixth straight loss, 98-79 on Monday night.

Bosh, Bargnani and Ford out for Raptors
The Raptors will be without forwards Chris Bosh and Andrea Bargnani and guard T.J. Ford on Monday night against the Charlotte Bobcats. "We've got probably three of our most talented players injured," coach Sam Mitchell said. Bosh has not played since leaving in the second quarter of last Wednesday's victory over Memphis because of a strained groin. Toronto has split its past two games without Bosh, who leads the team with 18.8 points and 7.9 rebounds per game.

Butler, Jamison power Wizards to victory (AP)

Caron Butler scored 29 points, Antawn Jamison had 28, and the Washington Wizards beat the Toronto Raptors 101-97 Saturday night in a game in which each team was missing its best player. Butler went 10-for-18 from the field and added seven assists. Jamison was 11-for-18 and had 14 rebounds for the Wizards, who broke a two-game losing streak by shooting 56 percent.

James, Bosh sit as Raptors top Cavs (AP)

Andrea Bargnani and Carlos Delfino had career highs with 26 and 24 points each, and the Toronto Raptors beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 91-82 on Friday in a game that stars LeBron James and Chris Bosh missed with injuries. James, the league's leading scorer, was out of the Cavaliers' lineup with a sprained left index finger, while Bosh sat out with a strained groin as the Raptors won their third...

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LeBron to miss game with sprained finger (AP)
Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James will sit out with a sprained left index finger Friday night against the Toronto Raptors, who will be without forward Chris Bosh because of a strained groin. James, the league's leading scorer, is averaging 30.7 points, 7.6 rebounds and 8.1 assists. Cavaliers coach Mike Brown said guard Devin Brown would start in James' place.

LeBron day-to-day with sprained finger
An MRI on LeBron James' injured left finger in Toronto revealed a sprain, and the Cleveland Cavaliers said their superstar would be a game-time decision for Friday's game against the Raptors. James hurt his index finger with 4:41 left in the second quarter on Wednesday night against Detroit when he was fouled on a drive by Pistons center Nazr Mohammed, who slapped at the ball as James began to shoot. James stayed in the game and made both free throws.

LeBron day-to-day with sprained finger (AP)
An MRI on LeBron James' injured left finger in Toronto revealed a sprain, and the Cleveland Cavaliers said their superstar would be a game-time decision for Friday's game against the Raptors. James hurt his index finger with 4:41 left in the second quarter on Wednesday night against Detroit when he was fouled on a drive by Pistons center Nazr Mohammed, who slapped at the ball as James began to...

Bosh, Bargnani hurt in Raptors' win (AP)

Anthony Parker scored 19 points and Jose Calderon added 13 points and 10 assists to help the Toronto Raptors beat the Memphis Grizzlies 103-91 on Wednesday night. It was a costly victory for Toronto, which lost Chris Bosh and Andrea Bargnani to injury. Bosh left in the second quarter with a strained right groin and did not return.

Raptors' Bosh leaves in 2nd quarter
Toronto Raptors forward Chris Bosh left Wednesday night's game against Memphis in the second quarter with a strained right groin. The team announced that he wouldn't return. Bosh scored eight points in the first quarter but was seen speaking with head trainer Scott McCullogh during the break. He stayed on the bench for the first minute of the second period before re-entering the game. Bosh scored one more basket, then left at 9:44 and walked slowly to the locker room.

Raptors F Bosh strains right groin (AP)
Toronto Raptors forward Chris Bosh left Wednesday night's game against Memphis in the second quarter with a strained right groin. The team announced that he wouldn't return. Bosh scored eight points in the first quarter but was seen speaking with head trainer Scott McCullogh during the break. He stayed on the bench for the first minute of the second period before re-entering the game.

Raptors deal Bulls fourth straight loss (AP)
Chris Bosh had 16 points and 13 rebounds, rookie Jamario Moon matched his career-high with 15 points and the Toronto Raptors beat Chicago 93-78 Sunday to hand the Bulls their fourth straight loss. The energetic Moon added nine rebounds, six blocks and three steals. Starting in place of the injured T.J.

James' triple-double leads Cavaliers (AP)

LeBron James scored 37 points Saturday as part of his third triple-double of the season to lead the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 111-108 victory over the Toronto Raptors. James, who scored six points in the final minute to seal the win, had 12 rebounds and 12 assists for the 13th triple-double of his career.

Harris, Nowitzki rally Mavs past Rockets (AP)

Devin Harris scored 22 points and converted a key three-point play in the closing minutes, and the Dallas Mavericks rallied from a double-digit deficit for the second straight game to beat the Houston Rockets 100-94 on Wednesday night. Dirk Nowitzki shook off a slow start to score 18 points and grab 14 rebounds for the Mavericks, who overcame a 24-point deficit to beat Toronto on Tuesday night.

Mavs rally from 24 down to top Raptors (AP)

Dirk Nowitzki had a season-high 32 points and a perfect ending in Dallas' highest-scoring quarter of the season, helping the Mavericks put together a record-setting rally during a 105-99 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night. Nowitzki hit four straight 3-pointers in the final 1:41 of the third quarter, when Dallas went ahead to stay after overcoming a 24-point deficit.

Raptors' Garbajosa inactive after 'unusual' MRI
Toronto forward Jorge Garbajosa was inactive for Tuesday night's game at Dallas after team medical personnel saw something "unusual" on an MRI of his left leg, the one he broke last season.

Raptors F Garbajosa out with leg problem (AP)
Toronto forward Jorge Garbajosa was inactive for Tuesday night's game at Dallas after team medical personnel saw something "unusual" on an MRI of his left leg, the one he broke last season. Garbajosa has missed three of the Raptors' last four games. He is not expected to play or practice again until the team can determine the extent of the problem.

Raptors' Nesterovic could miss 2 weeks
Toronto Raptors center Rasho Nesterovic will miss one to two weeks with a sprained right ankle. He will not travel with the Raptors on an upcoming road trip to Dallas and Memphis, the team said Sunday, when Maceo Baston started in Nesterovic's place in Toronto's game against Golden State. Nesterovic was injured in the third quarter of last Wednesday's home loss to Utah, when he landed on the foot of Mehmet Okur after coming down with a rebound. Nesterovic is averaging 3.0 points and 4.

Balanced Warriors beat Raptors 106-100 (AP)
Stephen Jackson scored 17 points, Andris Biedrins had 15 points and 14 rebounds and the Golden State Warriors beat the Toronto Raptors 106-100 on Sunday. Baron Davis had 16 points, nine rebounds and seven assists as Golden State won its second straight game after opening the season with six consecutive losses.

Raptors' Nesterovic might miss up to two weeks
Toronto Raptors center Rasho Nesterovic will miss one to two weeks with a sprained right ankle.

Raptors C Nesterovic to miss 1-2 weeks (AP)
Toronto Raptors center Rasho Nesterovic will miss one to two weeks with a sprained right ankle. He will not travel with the Raptors on an upcoming road trip to Dallas and Memphis, the team said Sunday, when Maceo Baston started in Nesterovic's place in Toronto's game against Golden State. Nesterovic was injured in the third quarter of last Wednesday's home loss to Utah, when he landed on the foot...

Dunleavy leads Pacers past Jazz
Mike Dunleavy scored 25 points, and the Indiana Pacers beat the Utah Jazz 117-97 on Saturday night to snap a six-game losing streak. Danny Granger had 19 points and Jamaal Tinsley had eight points and 13 assists for the Pacers (4-6). Marquis Daniels scored 17 points for Indiana after sitting out Friday's loss at Toronto with a sore left knee, and Shawne Williams added 16 points and eight rebounds. Carlos Boozer led the Jazz with 19 points and Andrei Kirilenko added 12.

Pacers end 6-game skid, beat Jazz 117-97 (AP)

Mike Dunleavy scored 25 points, and the Indiana Pacers beat the Utah Jazz 117-97 on Saturday night to snap a six-game losing streak. Danny Granger had 19 points and Jamaal Tinsley had eight points and 13 assists for the Pacers (4-6). Marquis Daniels scored 17 points for Indiana after sitting out Friday's loss at Toronto with a sore left knee, and Shawne Williams added 16 points and eight rebounds.

Bosh helps Raptors stop 3-game home skid (AP)

Chris Bosh scored 22 points, Jose Calderon added 15 points and 10 assists, and the Toronto Raptors beat the Indiana Pacers 110-101 on Friday night. Anthony Parker and T.J. Ford each scored 15 points as Toronto (5-4) ended a three-game home losing streak. Jason Kapono scored 12 points and Carlos Delfino had 11.

Thomas losing Knicks' battle of egos
Speed, passing and the versatility of scorers like Anthony Parker could mean another playoff run for Toronto, says Charley Rosen.

Jazz win 5th straight, beat Raptors (AP)

The Utah Jazz aren't worried about winning with style. They know ugly victories are worth just as much as the pretty ones. Carlos Boozer had 23 points and 14 rebounds, Deron Williams scored 22 points, and the Jazz beat the Toronto Raptors 92-88 on Wednesday night for their fifth straight win. "We'll take any victory," Boozer said.

Jazz edge Raptors on late free throws
Carlos Boozer had 23 points and 14 rebounds, Deron Williams scored 22 points, and the Utah Jazz beat the Toronto Raptors 92-88 on Wednesday night for their fifth straight victory. Mehmet Okur added 13 points for Utah, which got eight points and 11 rebounds from Andrei Kirilenko. Ronnie Brewer scored 12 points for the Jazz. Anthony Parker led Toronto with 19 points, while rookie Jamario Moon, making just his second career start, scored a career-high 15.

Jazz's Harpring sits vs. Raptors with flulike virus
Utah forward Matt Harpring missed Wednesday's game at Toronto because of a flulike virus.

Jazz F Harpring misses game vs. Raptors (AP)
Utah forward Matt Harpring missed Wednesday's game at Toronto because of a flulike virus. "Over the last couple of years, he's been a huge part of what we do," Jazz coach Jerry Sloan said. "He gives us a player off the bench who can score some. The rest of the time, somebody else has to pick it up. We'll see what happens." Harpring skipped Wednesday morning's shootaround because he was feeling ill,...

Raptors crush listless Bulls 101-71 (AP)

Carlos Delfino scored 16 points and Chris Bosh added 14 points and six rebounds to help the Toronto Raptors beat the listless Chicago Bulls 101-71 on Saturday night. The Raptors made quick work out of the Bulls despite playing their fourth game in five nights. T.J. Ford had 14 assists and Andrea Bargnani scored 14 points for Toronto, which had its largest win against Chicago in franchise history.

Bosh makes 16 of 18 FTs in Raptors' win
Chris Bosh made 16 of 18 free throws, scored 24 points and had 10 rebounds to help the Toronto Raptors snap a three-game losing streak with a 105-103 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday. Anthony Parker scored 22 points, including a 3-pointer with 33.7 seconds remaining. T.J. Ford had 16 for the Raptors. Andre Iguodala scored 17 of his 26 points in the second half and Lou Williams scored 20 of his 21 points in the fourth quarter for the Sixers. Williams' 3-pointer with 55.

Bosh leads Raptors over 76ers 105-103 (AP)

Chris Bosh made 16 of 18 free throws, scored 24 points and had 10 rebounds to help the Toronto Raptors snap a three-game losing streak with a 105-103 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday. Anthony Parker scored 22 points, including a 3-pointer with 33.7 seconds remaining. T.J. Ford had 16 for the Raptors.

Turkoglu lifts Magic over Raptors 105-96 (AP)

Hedo Turkoglu had 24 points and a career-high 15 rebounds, Rashard Lewis scored 24 points, and the Orlando Magic beat the Toronto Raptors 105-96 on Wednesday night. Keith Bogans had 17 points and 11 rebounds, while Dwight Howard added 17 points. One night after he failed to make a field goal for just the second time in his NBA career, Toronto's Chris Bosh scored 26 points, going 6-for-15 from the...

Mason a perfect '10' for Bucks in rout (AP)

Desmond Mason was 10-for-10 from the field and scored 21 points as the Milwaukee Bucks cruised to a 112-85 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night. Milwaukee, a team that didn't shoot 60 percent or better from the field in a game all last season, shot 60.3 percent and held Toronto star Chris Bosh to one point.

Krystkowiak misses game to be with wife (AP)
Milwaukee Bucks coach Larry Krystkowiak will miss Tuesday night's game against the Toronto Raptors after his wife, Jan, went into labor with twins a few hours before the opening tip. Bucks assistant Tony Brown said he was buying groceries around 3 p.m. Tuesday when he got a text message from Krystkowiak asking him to take over.

Garnett scores 23 as Celtics topple Raptors
On this day, at least, Ray Allen was the obvious choice among Boston's Big Three to get the ball with the game on the line. Allen made the winning 3-pointer with less than 3 seconds to play, and finished with 33 points in the Celtics' 98-95 overtime victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday. "A lot has been said about this team, what's going to happen at the end of games, who's going to take that shot," Allen said.

Allen's late 3 lifts Celtics in OT (AP)

Ray Allen made the winning 3-pointer with less than 3 seconds to play, and finished with 33 points in the Boston Celtics' 98-95 overtime victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday. Kevin Garnett scored 10 of his 23 points in overtime and added 13 rebounds, giving him double-doubles in both of his games for Boston this season.

Doc Rivers misses game after dad's death (AP)
Celtics coach Doc Rivers left the team before Boston's game Sunday against the Raptors after his father died in Chicago. The Celtics said Rivers left Toronto on Sunday morning. Grady Alexander Rivers Sr. was 76. There was no immediate word on the cause of death and funeral arrangements have yet to be announced.

Rivers skips game after father's death
Celtics coach Doc Rivers left the team before Boston's game Sunday against the Raptors after his father died in Chicago. The Celtics said Rivers left Toronto on Sunday morning. Grady Alexander Rivers Sr. was 76. There was no immediate word on the cause of death. Assistants Tom Thibodeau and Armond Hill handled the coaching duties in Rivers' absence.

Raptors avenge playoff loss, rout Nets (AP)

Andrea Bargnani scored 21 points Friday night to lead Toronto to a 106-69 victory over New Jersey in the first meeting between the teams since the Nets ousted the Raptors in the opening round of last season's playoffs. The Raptors had payback in mind. Chris Bosh had 15 points and Juan Dixon 14 for Toronto.

Bargnani, Raptors turn back 76ers 106-97 (AP)

Andrea Bargnani scored 20 points and the Toronto Raptors began the defense of their Atlantic Division title Wednesday night with a 106-97 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers. T.J. Ford had 14 points and 12 assists in the season opener for both teams. Chris Bosh scored 16 points, and Anthony Parker and Jose Calderon finished with 13 apiece.

Bargnani, Ford pace Raptors over Sixers
Andrea Bargnani scored 20 points and the Toronto Raptors began the defense of their Atlantic Division title Wednesday night with a 106-97 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers. T.J. Ford had 14 points and 12 assists in the season opener for both teams. Chris Bosh scored 16 points, and Anthony Parker and Jose Calderon finished with 13 apiece. Andre Iguodala led the 76ers with 23 points, while Kyle Korver had 20.

Raptors pick up option on Graham
Toronto forward Joey Graham will stay through the 2008-09 season after the Raptors exercised their fourth-year option Monday. "I think Joey's earned it, he's gotten better every year," coach Sam Mitchell said. "He's a guy you definitely want to keep on your roster." The team had until Oct. 31 to exercise its option on Graham, who is making just under $1.6 million this season. He will earn about $2.4 million next season. Graham has averaged 6.5 points and 3.

Raptors pick up fourth-year option on F Graham
Toronto forward Joey Graham will stay through the 2008-09 season after the Raptors exercised their fourth-year option Monday.

Raptors pick up Graham's 4th-year option (AP)
Toronto forward Joey Graham will stay through the 2008-09 season after the Raptors exercised their fourth-year option Monday. "I think Joey's earned it, he's gotten better every year," coach Sam Mitchell said. "He's a guy you definitely want to keep on your roster." The team had until Oct. 31 to exercise its option on Graham, who is making just under $1.6 million this season.

Bosh 'feeling comfortable' after action
Chris Bosh's return was more important than helping the Toronto Raptors to a preseason victory. The All-Star forward, who's been out with an injured knee, played 15 minutes in his first appearance in four games Thursday night, finishing with 12 points in Toronto's 111-78 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. After the game, Bosh said the knee was feeling fine and that his night was a success. "It's good," Bosh said. "It was good to get out there, I'm glad to see how it is to play in a game.

NBA Weekly: Boston trifecta debut, Lewis cramps up and more
For those wondering how Boston’s newly-made “Big Three” will perform, their first exhibition game against Toronto provided a pretty accurate glimpse. KG racked up 19 points and 17 boards, the Truth chipped in 21 points, Ray-Ray shot a dismal 4-13. The gist? KG’s is pumped for his team, for one. The [...]

Kapono, Ford help Raptors earn win
Jason Kapono and T.J. Ford each scored 13 points, and the Toronto Raptors beat Zalgiris Kaunas of the Lithuanian Basketball League 105-99 in an exhibition game on Wednesday night. Jose Calderon added 12 points for the Raptors, who had six players score in double figures. Ford finished with 11 assists. Jonas Maciulis had 24 points for the touring European team, while DeJuan Collins scored 16. The Raptors played their first game in Toronto after a 13-day day trip to Europe.

Bargnani scores 23 as Raptors lose by one
Louis Bullock scored a game-high 27 points to help Real Madrid rally for a 104-103 win over the Toronto Raptors in a preseason game on Thursday night. Former Michigan player Bullock hit four free throws in the final nine seconds. Charles Smith, a former player with the Miami Heat and L.A. Clippers, hit some big shots down the stretch and finished with 18 points. "It was a nice game for the Spanish public, it was a good show," Bullock said.

Big crowd in Spain for Grizzlies-Raptors (AP)

The Memphis Grizzlies and Toronto Raptors probably weren't expecting a playoff-like atmosphere for their preseason games in Spain. They're getting it, though. A capacity crowd of 14,500 will pack the Palacio de Deportes on Thursday when the Grizzlies play Estudiantes and the Raptors face Spanish league champion Real Madrid.

Stern considering games in Europe
The NBA is staging another successful preseason tour in Europe. Regular-season games on the continent are the next step. "I think that time is coming closer," NBA commissioner David Stern said Sunday at halftime of the Toronto Raptors win over Virtus Lottomatica Roma. "That has historically been a matter of euros. It costs many euros to buy a game from a regular season because our teams do so well.

Stern considers playing games in Europe (AP)
The NBA is staging another successful preseason tour in Europe. Regular-season games on the continent are the next step. "I think that time is coming closer," NBA commissioner David Stern said Sunday at halftime of the Toronto Raptors win over Virtus Lottomatica Roma. "That has historically been a matter of euros.

Bosh helps Raptors win in Bargnani's hometown
Chris Bosh scored 23 points and grabbed nine rebounds as the Toronto Raptors held off a spirited Virtus Lottomatica Roma squad for a 93-87 preseason victory Sunday. Andrea Bargnani added 13 points and seven rebounds to help the Raptors win in his hometown. Danish forward Christian Drejer led Roma with 23 points. With only two players taller than 6-foot-7, Roma struggled inside where the 6-10 Bosh was able to operate relatively uncontested.

Bosh leads Raptors by Virtus Roma 93-87 (AP)
Chris Bosh scored 23 points and grabbed nine rebounds as the Toronto Raptors held off a spirited Virtus Lottomatica Roma squad for a 93-87 preseason victory Sunday. Andrea Bargnani added 13 points and seven rebounds to help the Raptors win in his hometown. Danish forward Christian Drejer led Roma with 23 points.

Garnett posts double-double in Celts debut
Kevin Garnett had 19 points and 16 rebounds in his Celtics debut, and Boston ruined Andrea Bargnani's homecoming with an 89-85 preseason victory over the Toronto Raptors on Saturday. Paul Pierce added 21 points for Boston, while Ray Allen had an off night with only 10 points on 4-of-13 shooting. The start of the NBA Europe Live tour marked the Celtics' first game since Garnett and Allen joined the team, creating a "Big 3" with Boston veteran Pierce.

Raptors exercise option on Bargnani through 2009
Andrea Bargnani will play for the Toronto Raptors through the 2009 season.

Raptors exercise 2009 option on Bargnani
Andrea Bargnani will play for the Toronto Raptors through the 2009 season. The Raptors exercised the third-year option on his contract Friday, securing the Italian forward and the 2006 top pick in the draft. The Raptors made the announcement Friday in Rome, where they are to face the Boston Celtics and Virtus Lottomatica Roma this weekend as part of the NBA's preseason European tour.

Raptors exercise option on Bargnani (AP)
Andrea Bargnani will play for the Toronto Raptors through the 2009 season. The Raptors exercised the third-year option on his contract Friday, securing the Italian forward and the 2006 top pick in the draft. The Raptors made the announcement Friday in Rome, where they are to face the Boston Celtics and Virtus Lottomatica Roma this weekend as part of the NBA's preseason European tour.

Raptors exercise 3rd year option on Andrea Bargnani
InsideHoops.com NewsWire: In his hometown of Rome the Toronto Raptors announced Friday they have exercised the third year team option on the Rookie Scale Contract of forward Andrea Bargnani. The announcement was made during a press conference held at the office of Walter Veltroni, the Mayor of Rome. The Raptors are in Rome to face the [...]

Celtics face Bargnani, Raptors in Rome (AP)
Andrea Bargnani will be the center of attention inside the arena for the Toronto Raptors. NBA rivals back home probably will be more interested in the performance of the revamped Boston Celtics. The Celtics take on the Raptors on Saturday in Rome to open the NBA Europe Live preseason tour. Bargnani was selected by the Raptors with the No.

Garnett faces former team in London (AP)
Get ready for Kevin Garnett vs. the Timberwolves -- in London. Two months after making the NBA's biggest offseason trade, Boston and Minnesota will meet in one of the featured games on the NBA Europe Live tour. The Memphis Grizzlies and Toronto Raptors also are holding training camps and will play exhibition games overseas, giving European stars such as Pau Gasol and Andrea Bargnani the chance to...

Raptors sign Darrick Martin
The Toronto Raptors announced they signed free-agent guard Darrick Martin on Saturday. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed. Martin, five-foot-11,170 pounds has played 12 seasons in the NBA including time with Toronto, Minnesota, Vancouver, Sacramento, Dallas, and the Los Angeles Clippers. In 31 games last season with the Raptors, he averaged 3.0 [...]

Raptors sign senior basketball advisor Wayne Embry to contract extension
The Toronto Raptors announced Saturday they have signed senior basketball advisor Wayne Embry to a contact extension through the completion of the 2009-10 season. “Wayne has been an integral part of this franchise and we look forward to his continued contributions as we build towards a championship,” said Raptors president and general manger Bryan Colangelo. Embry joined [...]