NBA issues lifetime ban to former Toronto Raptors player
After conducting an investigation, the NBA issued a lifetime ban to former Toronto Raptors’ centre Jontay Porter. The league alleges Porter spent thousands of dollars betting on NBA games and fed confidential information to bettors. Matthew Bingley reports.
Global News at 5:30 Toronto
Apr 17
Phase 2 of Scotiabank Arena renovations underway
The second stage of renovations at the home of the Toronto Maple Leafs and Toronto Raptors will focus largely on the 100-level concourse. Shallima Maharaj has a preview.
Canada
May 14
How Meghan and Harry honored Princess Diana during their tour of Nigeria
Royal insider Patricia Treble helps us unravel the latest royal happenings! Discover the buzz surrounding Prince William’s new military title and dive into Harry and Meghan’s Nigerian tour highlights, including Meghan’s touching tribute to Princess Diana. She also discusses the Canadian connection with Toronto Raptors President Masai Ujiri and provides the intriguing details of Harry’s...
The Morning Show
May 13
‘Didn’t see this coming’: Raptors president Masai Ujiri on Jontay Porter gambling allegations
Speaking to media on Wednesday, Toronto Raptors President Masai Ujiri commented on centre Jontay Porter’s gambling allegations, before it was announced the Raptor received a lifetime ban from the NBA for breaking the league’s rules. Ujiri said when the allegations came, he “didn’t see this coming,” and allowed for the NBA to investigate.
Sports
Apr 17
Toronto Raptors trade deadline: Team lands Kelly Olynyk, Ochai Agjabi in deal with Jazz
The Toronto Raptors swung two deals on Thursday as the NBA trade deadline passed at 3 p.m.In a deal with the Utah Jazz, the Raptors acquired veteran power forward and Toronto native Kelly Olynyk as well as 23-year-old Ochai Agjabi. “We feel like we’re getting a young player with a lot of upside. Hard worker,...
Canada
Feb 8
Toronto Raptors’ Masai Ujiri reflects on Pascal Siakam’s start with Basketball without Borders
When asked to reflect on moments with Pascal Siakam that have stood out to him during a press conference on Thursday, Toronto Raptors vice-chairman and president Masai Ujiri paused before becoming tearful and recounted how Siakam was first introduced to the sport through Basketball without Borders. Siakam, a two-time all-star and one of the last...
Sports
Jan 18
Toronto Raptors had a ‘tough couple of weeks’ with Pascal Siakam trade: Masai Ujiri
Toronto Raptors vice-chairman and president Masai Ujiri said on Thursday that it was a “tough couple of weeks,” the day after news of trading franchise star Pascal Siakam in a three-team trade to the Indiana Pacers was made public.
Sports
Jan 18
‘Outrageous’: Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic blasts NBA referees in post-game tirade
Toronto Raptors Head Coach Darko Rajakovic is making headlines after he went on a post-game tirade in response to the way the referees called the Toronto Raptors-Los Angeles Lakers game on Tuesday night in Los Angeles. “They had to win tonight?! If that’s the case just let us know so we just don’t show up...
Sports
Jan 10
Global News at 5:30 Toronto: January 17, 2024
Toronto Raptors trade fan favourite Pascal Siakam – what the team is getting in return. A deadline is looming for GTA businesses to repay federal pandemic loans – but what if they don’t have the cash And, the debate over cellphones in the classroom heating up once again at the Toronto District School Board –...
Global News at 5:30 Toronto
Jan 17
Predictions for Toronto sports in 2024
It’s been a busy winter on the Toronto sports scene. To talk about the recent moves and expectations from the Toronto Maple Leafs, Raptors and Jays, Ben Botelho from Glory Media joins Candace Daniel.
Global News Morning Toronto
Jan 18
Toronto Raptors set to host home opener tonight
After a perfect run through the preseason, the Toronto Raptors are set to tip-off their ‘23-24 season tonight against the Minnesota Timberwolves. For insight on both this game and the rest of the season, Akil Augustine joins Candace Daniel.
Global News Morning Toronto
Oct 25, 2023
Toronto teams fan shares city pride through #lovemycityproject
With the Toronto Raptors’ home opener upon us, basketball fans are stoked but there’s one Toronto fan – taking his love of all home teams to a whole new level. Melanie Zettler has his story.
Global News at 5:30 Toronto
Oct 26, 2023
Raptors look to make a shift from selfish culture
The Toronto Raptors kicked off the 2023 season with their annual media day. The team is hoping to make a shift from a selfish culture to improve upon last year’s results, which saw them miss the playoffs. The team will begin training camp in Victoria, BC on Tuesday, with the regular season set to begin...
Global News at 5:30 Toronto
Oct 2, 2023
United Prep Canada: Bridging the gap for Indigenous basketball talents
Basketball’s popularity is soaring across Canada, sparked by the Toronto Raptors’ success and fueled by Canada’s resurgence on the international stage. In Calgary, a new prep team is seeking untapped talent, particularly from Indigenous communities. Moses Woldu reports.
Global News Hour at 6 Calgary
Sep 8, 2023
New scholarship for digital literacy in N.B.
A partnership between a Toronto Raptors star and a former New Brunswick premier has been built. Pascal Siakam and Frank McKenna are creating scholarships to bring digital literacy to students in Siakam’s native country. Suzanne Lapointe reports.
Global News at 6 New Brunswick
Sep 4, 2023
Darko Rajakovic ‘proud’ to be hired as Toronto Raptors head coach
Darko Rajakovic was introduced as the new head coach of the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday. “I started coaching when I was 16 years old and now some 27 years later I’ve been appointed to be the head coach of an unbelievable organization, to have a chance to live in an amazing city like Toronto is...
Canada
Jun 13, 2023
Global News at 5:30 Toronto: June 13, 2023
Donald Trump becomes the first President in American history to appear in court on federal charges. Ontario is basking in billions of extra dollars – should Queen’s Park spend it or pay down debt? And, meet the new head coach of the Toronto Raptors.
Global News at 5:30 Toronto
Jun 13, 2023
Fans of Jamal Murray head to bars in Kitchener-Waterloo to watch ‘Maple Jordan’ win NBA championship
Basketball fans in the Kitchener-Waterloo area were forgiven for trading in their Toronto Raptors jerseys for Denver Nugget colours, as hometown hero Jamal Murray and his fellow Nuggets took down the Miami Heat in game 5 of the NBA finals to secure the franchise’s first Larry O. Brien trophy.
Canada
Jun 13, 2023
‘We came up with the right candidate’: Masai Ujiri introduces Darko Rajakovic as new Raptors head coach
Toronto Raptors President Masai Ujiri introduced former Memphis assistant Darko Rajakovic as the 10th head coach in team history on Tuesday. “Depending on where our team could be, we’re excited to have his knowledge, his experience, him being so studious of the game, his journey, his diversity – everything. The process was long and tough,...
Canada
Jun 13, 2023
Trudeau speaks ahead of 1st National Day Against Gun Violence, says brutality “has to stop”
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke in Toronto Thursday, as the federal government proclaimed a National Day Against Gun Violence to be held annually on the first Friday of June. The prime minister appeared alongside Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino and Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri. Trudeau acknowledged the landlord-tenant dispute that resulted in the murder...
Canada
Jun 1, 2023