The Toronto Raptors are preparing to take the next step forward in their rebuild. Like any process, success takes time. It also involves tough decision-making.

The Toronto Raptors have begun tanking in earnest as they turn their attention toward a top pick in this year's draft

Removed from injury report

The Toronto Raptors reportedly discussed trading RJ Barrett to the New Orleans Pelicans as part of the deal for Brandon Ingram

Won't play Friday

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According to NBA insider Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, the Toronto Raptors could look to trade RJ Barrett this offseason.  The Raptors acquired Brandon Ingram from the New Orleans Pelicans at this year’s trade deadline.

For the first time this season, Toronto has ruled out Jakob Poeltl and RJ Barrett for “rest” ahead of Friday’s game against the Utah Jazz. Both starters will sit as the Raptors continue their descent toward the bottom of the standings against one of the league’s worst teams.

The Toronto Rptors are 19-42 in the season and own the third-worst record in the Eastern Conference, although their future is bright. Scottie Barnes has remained a star, they added Brandon Ingram, and young role players like Immanuel Quickley, RJ Barrett, and Gradey Dick have all continued to improve.

“He said he really likes oxtail in Toronto,” Rajakovic said ... 2025 Josh Lewenberg: RJ Barrett scored 13 of the Raptors’ final 16 points. What happened? “Davion. He was just talking ...

Jordan Poole scored 34 points and the NBA-worst Washington Wizards won their second straight game, beating Toronto 118-117 on Saturday night when Raptors guard Jamal Shead’s running layup at the buzzer was ruled to be late.