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Toronto Raptors
Toronto Raptors logo
Conference Eastern
Division Atlantic
Founded 1995
History Toronto Raptors
(1995 – present)
Arena Air Canada Centre
City Toronto, Ontario
Team colours Red, Black, White, and Silver
Owner Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Ltd.
General manager Bryan Colangelo
Head coach Sam Mitchell
D-League affiliate Colorado 14ers
Championships 0
Conference titles 0
Division titles 1 (2006–07)
Official website raptors.com

The Toronto Raptors are a professional basketball team based in Toronto, Ontario. The Eastern Conference of the National Basketball Association is made up of fifteen teams and organized in three divisions of five teams each The Atlantic Division is a division in the Eastern Conference of the NBA. The Toronto (təˈrɒntoʊ colloquially pronounced or) is the largest city in Canada and is the provincial capital of Ontario Ontario (ɒnˈtɛrioʊ is a province located in the central part of Canada, the largest by population and second largest after Quebec Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Ltd ( MLSE) is the owner and operator of the Toronto Maple Leafs National Hockey League team Toronto Raptors Bryan Colangelo (born June 1, 1965 in Chicago Illinois) also known as BC, is the President and General Manager of Samuel (Sam E Mitchell Jr (born September 2 1963 in Columbus Georgia) is a retired American professional Basketball player and current head coach of the The NBA Development League, or D-League, is the National Basketball Association 's officially sponsored and operated developmental Basketball organization The Colorado 14ers are a team in the NBA Development League which began play in 2006-07 The 2006–07 NBA season was the 61st season of the National Basketball Association. Basketball is a team Sport in which two teams of five active players each try to score points against one another by propelling a ball through a 10 feet (3 m Toronto (təˈrɒntoʊ colloquially pronounced or) is the largest city in Canada and is the provincial capital of Ontario Ontario (ɒnˈtɛrioʊ is a province located in the central part of Canada, the largest by population and second largest after Quebec They are part of the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference in the National Basketball Association (NBA). The Atlantic Division is a division in the Eastern Conference of the NBA. The Eastern Conference of the National Basketball Association is made up of fifteen teams and organized in three divisions of five teams each The team was established in 1995, along with the Vancouver Grizzlies, as part of the NBA's expansion into Canada. The Memphis Grizzlies are a professional Basketball team based in Memphis Tennessee. See also Relocation of professional sports teams An expansion team is a term used for a brand new team in a sports league Country to "Dominion of Canada" or "Canadian Federation" or anything else please read the Talk Page When the Grizzlies relocated to Memphis, Tennessee in 2001, the Raptors became the only Canadian team in the NBA. Memphis is a City in the southwest corner of Tennessee, and the County seat of Shelby County. Tennessee ( is a state located in the Southern United States. They originally played their home games in the SkyDome, before moving to the Air Canada Centre (ACC) in 1999. SkyDome redirects here for other uses see SkyDome (disambiguation The

Like most expansion teams, the Raptors struggled in their early years, but after the acquisition of Vince Carter through a draft day trade in 1998, the team set league attendance records and made the NBA Playoffs in 2000, 2001, and 2002. Vincent Lamar Carter (born on January 26, 1977) known as Vince Carter, is an American professional Basketball player in the The 1998 NBA Draft took place on June 24, 1998 at General Motors Place in Vancouver, British Columbia, The NBA Playoffs is a best-of-seven elimination tournament between sixteen teams in the Eastern Conference and Western Conference (called Divisions The 2000 NBA Playoffs was the postseason tournament of the National Basketball Association 's 1999-2000 season. The 2001 NBA Playoffs was the postseason tournament of the National Basketball Association 's 2000-01 season. The 2002 NBA Playoffs were the postseason tournament of the National Basketball Association 's 2001–02 season. Carter was instrumental in leading the team to their first playoff series win in 2001, where they advanced to the Eastern Conference Semifinals. During the 2002–03 and 2003–04 seasons, they failed to make significant progress and he was traded in 2004. The 2002–03 NBA season was the 57th season of the National Basketball Association. The 2003–04 NBA season was the 58th season of the National Basketball Association. After Carter left, Chris Bosh emerged as the team leader, but they continued to struggle. Christopher Wesson Bosh (born March 24 1984 is an American professional Basketball player in the National Basketball Association who plays for the Toronto However, with the appointment of Bryan Colangelo as General Manager and a revamp of the roster for the 2006–07 season, they qualified for their first playoff berth in five years and captured their first division title. Bryan Colangelo (born June 1, 1965 in Chicago Illinois) also known as BC, is the President and General Manager of General Manager or GM for short is a descriptive term for certain executives in a Business operation The 2007 NBA Playoffs was the postseason to the National Basketball Association 's 2006-2007 season.

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Franchise history

Creation of the Raptors

The Toronto Raptors were established on 30 September 1993 when the NBA, as part of its expansion into Canada, awarded its 28th franchise to a group headed by Toronto businessman John Bitove. Events 1399 - Henry IV is proclaimed King of England. 1744 - France and Spain defeat the Year 1993 ( MCMXCIII) was a Common year starting on Friday (link will display full 1993 Gregorian calendar) Country to "Dominion of Canada" or "Canadian Federation" or anything else please read the Talk Page Professional Sports leagues are organized in numerous John I Bitove (Jr (born 1960 in Toronto Ontario) is a Macedonian Canadian businessman and noted sportsman [1] The Raptors, along with the Vancouver Grizzlies, played their first games in 1995, and were the first NBA teams to play in Canada since the 1946–47 Toronto Huskies. The Memphis Grizzlies are a professional Basketball team based in Memphis Tennessee. The 1946–47 BAA Season was the inaugural season of the Basketball Association of America, the league that would eventually become the National Basketball Association Franchise history See also 1946–47 Toronto Huskies season The Huskies were founded in the BAA's inaugural season of 1946–47 [1]

Initial sentiment was in favour of reviving the Huskies nickname, but team management realized it would be nearly impossible to design a logo that did not look too much like that of the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Minnesota Timberwolves are a professional Basketball team based in Minneapolis Minnesota, United States. [2] As a result, a nationwide contest was held to help name the team and develop their colours and logo. Over 2,000 entries were narrowed down to ten prospects: Beavers, Bobcats, Dragons, Grizzlies, Hogs, Raptors, Scorpions, T-Rex, Tarantulas, and Terriers. [1] The final selection—Toronto Raptors—was unveiled on Canadian national television on 15 May 1994; the choice was influenced by the popularity of the film Jurassic Park. Events 1252 - Pope Innocent IV issues the Papal bull Ad exstirpanda, which authorizes but also limits the Year 1994 ( MCMXCIV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link will display full 1994 Gregorian calendar) Jurassic Park is a Science fiction Novel that was written by Michael Crichton and published in 1990. On 24 May 1994, the team's logo and first General Manager (GM), Isiah Thomas were revealed at a press conference. Events 1218 - The Fifth Crusade leaves Acre for Egypt. 1276 - Magnus Ladulås is crowned Year 1994 ( MCMXCIV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link will display full 1994 Gregorian calendar) General Manager or GM for short is a descriptive term for certain executives in a Business operation Isiah Lord Thomas III (nicknamed "Zeke" (/aɪˈzeɪə/ born April 30 1961 is an American retired professional Basketball player most renowned as the [1] The team's colours of bright red, purple, black, and silver were also revealed; "Naismith" silver was chosen as an ode to Canadian James Naismith, the inventor of basketball. James A Naismith (November 6 [1] The team originally competed in the Central Division,[3] and before the inaugural season began, sales of Raptors merchandise ranked seventh in the league, marking a successful return of professional basketball to Canada. The Central Division is a division in the Eastern Conference of the NBA. [1]

As GM, Isiah Thomas quickly staffed the management positions with his own personnel, naming long-time Detroit Pistons assistant Brendan Malone as the Raptors' head coach. The Detroit Pistons are a team in the National Basketball Association based in the Detroit metropolitan area Brendan Malone is a professional Basketball coach in the NBA. [1] The team's roster was then filled as a result of an expansion draft in 1995. An expansion draft, in professional Sports, occurs when a sports league decides to create one or more new Expansion teams or franchises This occurs mainly Following a coin flip, Toronto was given first choice and selected Chicago Bulls point guard and three-point specialist B. J. Armstrong. Coin flipping or coin tossing is the practice of throwing a Coin in the air to resolve a Dispute between two parties or otherwise choose between two alternatives The Chicago Bulls are an American professional Basketball team based in Chicago, Illinois, playing in the Central Division of the Eastern Point guard ( PG) also called the one or " the ball-handler " is one of the standard positions in a regulation Basketball game A three-point field goal (also known as three-pointer, three-point shot, trey, or simply three) is a field goal in a Basketball Benjamin Roy "BJ" Armstrong Jr (born September 9 1967 in Detroit Michigan) is a retired American professional Basketball Armstrong refused to report for training and Thomas promptly traded him to the Golden State Warriors for power forwards Carlos Rogers and Victor Alexander. The Golden State Warriors are an American professional Basketball team based in Oakland, California. Power forward is a position in the sport of Basketball. The position is referred to in playbook terms as the four position and is commonly abbreviated "PF" Carlos Deon Rogers (born February 6 1971 in Detroit Michigan) is a retired American professional Basketball player who was selected by the Seattle Victor Joe Alexander (born August 31 1969, in Detroit Michigan) is a retired American professional Basketball player who was [1] Thomas then selected a wide range of players in the expansion draft, including veterans Jerome Kersey, Willie Anderson and his former Pistons teammate John "Spider" Salley. Jerome Kersey (born June 26 1962 in Clarksville Virginia) is a retired American professional Basketball player in the National Willie Lloyd Anderson Jr (born January 8 1967 in Greenville South Carolina) is a retired American professional Basketball John Thomas "Spider" Salley (born May 16 1964 is a retired American professional Basketball player in the NBA, actor and Talk show [1]

Subsequent to the expansion draft, the Raptors landed the seventh pick in the NBA Draft Lottery, behind their fellow 1995 expansion club, the Vancouver Grizzlies. The NBA Draft Lottery is an annual event held by the National Basketball Association (NBA to determine the order of the NBA Draft for that year Thomas selected Damon Stoudamire, a point guard out of University of Arizona, around whom the franchise would seek to construct its near future. Damon Lamon Stoudamire (born September 3 1973 is an American professional Basketball player currently a free agent in the NBA. The University of Arizona (also referred to as UA, U of A, or Arizona) is a Land-grant and space-grant public institution Yet the selection of Stoudamire was met with boos from fans at the 1995 NBA Draft at the SkyDome in Toronto, many of whom wanted Ed O'Bannon of UCLA, an NCAA Final Four MVP. The 1995 NBA Draft took place on 28 June 1995 at SkyDome in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. SkyDome redirects here for other uses see SkyDome (disambiguation Edward Charles O'Bannon Jr (born August 14, 1972 in Los Angeles California) is a retired American Basketball player who was a The University of California Los Angeles (generally known as UCLA) is a public research university located in Westwood Los Angeles, California, United The NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship is a single elimination Tournament held each spring featuring 65 College basketball teams in the [1]

1995–1999: Struggles of a new franchise

The SkyDome—now the Rogers Centre—was the original venue for Raptors home games between 1995–1999.
The SkyDome—now the Rogers Centre—was the original venue for Raptors home games between 1995–1999. SkyDome redirects here for other uses see SkyDome (disambiguation

In the team's first official NBA game, Alvin Robertson scored the first NBA points in Raptors history,[4] while Stoudamire recorded 10 points and 10 assists in a 94–79 victory over the New Jersey Nets. Alvin Cyrrale Robertson (born July 22 1962 in Barberton, Ohio) is a retired American Basketball player who played in the National Basketball The New Jersey Nets are a professional Basketball team in the National Basketball Association that plays in the Eastern Conference 's Atlantic [5] The Raptors concluded their inaugural season with a 21–61 win-loss record,[3] although they were one of the few teams to defeat the Chicago Bulls,[6] who set an all-time NBA best 72–10 win–loss regular season record. With averages of 19. 0 points and 9. Points in Basketball are used to keep track of the score in a game 3 assists per game, Stoudamire also won the 1995–96 Rookie of the Year Award. In Basketball, an assist is attributed to a player who passes the ball to a teammate in a way that leads to a score by field goal, meaning that he or she was "assisting" The 1995–96 NBA season was the 50th season of the National Basketball Association, although the league didn't celebrate this anniversary until the following season The National Basketball Association's Rookie of the Year Award is an annual National Basketball Association (NBA award given since the 1952–53 NBA season, to the [7]

In the 1996–97 season the team improved on its win record by nine games. The 1996–97 NBA season was the 51st season of the National Basketball Association. [8] They selected centre Marcus Camby with the second overall pick in the 1996 NBA Draft. The center, colloquially the five, is one of the standard positions in a regulation Basketball game Marcus D Camby (born March 22 1974 in Hartford, Connecticut) is an American professional Basketball player who currently plays for the The 1996 NBA Draft was the 54th draft in the National Basketball Association. [9] By the end of the season, Camby earned a berth on the NBA's All-Rookie Team while Stoudamire continued to play well, averaging 20. 2 points and 8. 8 assists per game. [1] As in the previous season, the Raptors were one of only 11 teams to topple the eventual 1997 Champions, the Chicago Bulls. [9][10] The Raptors also defeated the Houston Rockets, Utah Jazz and Miami Heat, all of whom were eventual Conference finalists. The Houston Rockets are an American professional Basketball team based in Houston Texas. The Utah Jazz is a professional Basketball team based in Salt Lake City, Utah. The Miami Heat (often referred to simply as the Heat, including in some official team publications with HEAT in all capital letters are a professional Basketball [9][11] However, the Raptors struggled against teams who were not of championship calibre, including three losses to the 15–67 Boston Celtics. The Boston Celtics are an American professional Basketball team based in Boston, Massachusetts, playing in the Atlantic Division of the [11]

Early in the 1997–98 season, the team suffered numerous injuries and slid into a 17-game losing streak. The 1997–98 NBA season was the 52nd season of the National Basketball Association. [12] GM Isiah Thomas resigned after his ownership bid for the Raptors failed and was replaced by Glen Grunwald. Glen Grunwald (born June 13, 1958 in Chicago, Illinois) is currently the senior vice president for basketball operations of the New York [13] With Thomas gone, Stoudamire immediately sought a trade. [14] On 13 February 1998, he was shipped to the Portland Trailblazers along with Walt Williams and Carlos Rogers for Kenny Anderson, Alvin Williams, Gary Trent, two first-round draft choices, a second-round draft choice and cash. Events 1258 - Baghdad falls to the Mongols, and the Abbasid Caliphate is destroyed Year 1998 ( MCMXCVIII) was a Common year starting on Thursday (link will display full 1998 Gregorian calendar) The Portland Trail Blazers, commonly known as the Blazers, is an American professional Basketball team based in Portland, Oregon. Walter (Walt Ander Williams (born April 16 1970 in Washington D Carlos Rogers may refer to Carlos Rogers (basketball Carlos Rogers (American football Kenneth (Kenny Anderson (born October 9, 1970 in Queens, New York) is an American Basketball player Alvin Leon Williams (born August 6 1974 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American professional Basketball player of Gary Dajaun Trent (born September 22 1974 in Columbus Ohio) is an American professional Basketball player [12] Anderson refused to report to Toronto and was traded to the Celtics with Zan Tabak and Popeye Jones for Chauncey Billups, Dee Brown, Roy Rogers and John Thomas. Žan Tabak (born June 15 1970 in Split, SR Croatia, SFR Yugoslavia) is a retired Croatian professional Basketball Ronald Jerome "Popeye" Jones (born June 17 1970 in Dresden Tennessee) is a retired American professional Basketball player Chauncey Ray Billups (born September 25 1976 in Denver Colorado) is an American professional Basketball player For other persons named Dee Brown see Dee Brown. DeCovan Kadell "Dee" Brown (born November 29 1968 in Jacksonville Florida Roy Rogers Jr (born August 19 1973, in Linden Alabama) is an American professional Basketball player formerly in the NBA. In the United Kingdom John Thomas is sometimes used as a euphemism for the Penis. [12] When the trading deadline was over, the Raptors became the youngest team in the league with an average age of 24. 6. [12] They had five rookies on their roster, including the 18-year-old Tracy McGrady, who at the time was the youngest player in the NBA. Tracy Lamar McGrady Jr (born May 24 1979 in Bartow Florida) is an American professional Basketball player currently positioned at starting [12] The inexperienced Raptors struggled throughout the season and their regular season record regressed to 16–66. [15]

During the 1998 NBA Draft, in what became a defining move for the franchise, Grunwald traded the team's 4th overall pick Antawn Jamison to the Golden State Warriors for Vince Carter, who was selected 5th overall. The 1998 NBA Draft took place on June 24, 1998 at General Motors Place in Vancouver, British Columbia, Antawn Cortez Jamison (ˈænˌtwɑn born June 12 1976 in Shreveport Louisiana) is an American professional Basketball player in the National The Golden State Warriors are an American professional Basketball team based in Oakland, California. Vincent Lamar Carter (born on January 26, 1977) known as Vince Carter, is an American professional Basketball player in the [16] To bring further credibility to the Raptors, Grunwald traded Camby to the New York Knicks for Charles Oakley,[17] a veteran with playoff experience. Charles Oakley (born December 18, 1963) is an American retired professional Basketball player who played power forward in the The NBA Playoffs is a best-of-seven elimination tournament between sixteen teams in the Eastern Conference and Western Conference (called Divisions Kevin Willis, another veteran acquired from the trade, solidified the centre position, while the coaching staff temporarily rotated Dee Brown, Alvin Williams and Doug Christie to play point guard. Kevin Alvin Willis (born September 6 1962 in Los Angeles California) is an American professional Basketball player who last played For the Canadian Lawyer of the same name see Doug Christie (lawyer. Both Christie and Williams became talented players in their own right; Christie developed into one of the elite defenders in the NBA,[17] while Williams improved his play on the offensive end. New coach Butch Carter was also credited with much of the team's turnaround during the lockout shortened 1998–99 season. Clarence Eugene "Butch" Carter (born June 11 1958 in Springfield Ohio, United States) is a retired American Basketball The 1998–99 NBA season was the 53rd season of the National Basketball Association. Although the team did not make the playoffs, many were optimistic with the impressive performances of Rookie of the Year Carter[16] and a much improved McGrady. The 1999 NBA Playoffs was the postseason tournament of the National Basketball Association 's 1998-99 season.

1999–2002: Three seasons of playoffs

The Raptors moved to the Air Canada Centre in 1999.
The Raptors moved to the Air Canada Centre in 1999. The

During the 1999 NBA Draft, believing that the Raptors still lacked a strong frontcourt presence, Grunwald traded first-round draft pick Jonathan Bender for veteran power forward Antonio Davis of the Indiana Pacers. The 1999 NBA Draft was held on June 30, 1999 at the MCI Center in Washington D Frontcourt is a term used in basketball referring to the Small forward, power forward, and center positions as a cohesive unit Jonathan Rene Bender (born January 30 1981 in Picayune Mississippi) is a retired American professional Basketball player in the NBA Antonio Lee Davis (born October 31 1968 in, USA) is a retired American National Basketball Association (NBA player [18] In the backcourt, Butch Carter rotated Carter, Christie, Williams and Dell Curry at the shooting guard position and Williams and Muggsy Bogues at point guard. Wardell Stephen Curry (born June 25 1964 in Harrisonburg Virginia) is a retired American professional Basketball player at the The Shooting guard ( SG) also known as the two or off guard, is one of five traditional positions on a Basketball team Tyrone Curtis Bogues (born January 9 1965, in Baltimore Maryland) better known as Muggsy Bogues, is a retired American professional The rotation of Davis, Oakley and Willis in the frontcourt and Carter's and McGrady's improvement helped the team make its first ever playoff appearance, fulfilling a promise Carter had made to fans in the previous season. The 2000 NBA Playoffs was the postseason tournament of the National Basketball Association 's 1999-2000 season. [19] Lacking significant post-season experience, Toronto was defeated 3–0 by the New York Knicks in the first round. [19] Nonetheless, team improvements and the rise of Carter — who emphatically won the 2000 NBA Slam Dunk Contest[16] — attracted many fans around Toronto, many of whom were previously not basketball fans. The Slam Dunk Contest is an annual National Basketball Association (NBA competition held during the NBA All-Star Weekend. The season was also the first full year played at the Air Canada Centre, after having played four years at the cavernous SkyDome, which was better suited to baseball and football. The SkyDome redirects here for other uses see SkyDome (disambiguation Baseball is a Bat-and-ball Sport played between two teams of nine players each [19] Overall, the Raptors concluded the season with a 45–37 record and ranked third in the Central Division. [20]

Alternate Raptors logo (1995–2006), also used as part of the Raptors tenth anniversary logo. Purple was the primary colour used by the Raptors, until it was replaced by red prior to the 2006–07 season.
Alternate Raptors logo (1995–2006), also used as part of the Raptors tenth anniversary logo. Purple was the primary colour used by the Raptors, until it was replaced by red prior to the 2006–07 season.

Still, playoff failures and Butch Carter's media altercations surrounding Camby led Grunwald to replace Carter prior to the 2000–01 season with Lenny Wilkens, a Hall of Fame coach and player with more than 30 years of coaching experience. The 2000–01 NBA season was the 55th season of the National Basketball Association. Leonard Randolph "Lenny" Wilkens (born October 28 1937 in Brooklyn, New York U The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, located in downtown Springfield Massachusetts, honors players who have shown exceptional skill at Basketball [21] The team roster was also largely revamped, including the signing of veteran playmaker Mark Jackson on a four year contract. Mark A Jackson (born April 1 1965 in Brooklyn, New York) is a retired American professional Basketball player who played [22] When Alvin Williams later emerged as a clutch performer, Jackson was traded to allow Williams more playing time. In US- Sports terminology " clutch " means performing well under extreme pressure [22] Vince Carter, who was originally assigned the small forward position, became more adept at playing the shooting guard position, and as a result, Doug Christie, the former shooting guard, was traded for forward Corliss Williamson. The small forward, or colloquially the three, is one of the five positions in a regulation Basketball game Corliss Mondari Williamson (born December 4, 1973 in Russellville Arkansas) is a retired American professional Basketball player [22] Williamson had a disappointing season and was replaced by defensive workhorse Jerome Williams. Jerome Williams (born May 10, 1973 in Washington DC) is an American former professional Basketball player in the NBA, who last [22] Although McGrady and Carter had showed impressive improvement at the same time, much of the media and fan attention was focused on Carter, who was the flashier player. Furthermore, McGrady and Carter shared the same natural position (small forward), making it impossible to keep both. Therefore, the Raptors management decided to trade McGrady to the Orlando Magic during the 2000 off-season for a first-round draft pick in a sign-and-trade deal. The Orlando Magic is a professional Basketball team based in Orlando Florida. [23]

As predicted by analysts, the team easily secured a playoff berth. The 2001 NBA Playoffs was the postseason tournament of the National Basketball Association 's 2000-01 season. Toronto defeated New York 3–2 in the first round,[22][24] and Wilkens was praised for having Williams defend shooting guard Allan Houston and Carter defend small forward Latrell Sprewell, the two major Knicks offensive threats. Allan Wade Houston (born April 20 1971) is an American professional Basketball player for the NBA 's New York Knicks Latrell Fontaine Sprewell (born September 8 1970 in Milwaukee Wisconsin) is a former American professional Basketball player The next series against the Philadelphia 76ers was a landmark for the Raptors in terms of performance and entertainment value. The Philadelphia 76ers (also known as the Sixers for short are a professional Basketball team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania The Sixers relied on Allen Iverson and Dikembe Mutombo for their respective offensive and defensive abilities, along with steady help from Aaron McKie. Allen Ezail Iverson (born June 7 1975 in Hampton, Virginia) is an American professional Basketball player for the Denver Nuggets Dikembe Mutombo Mpolondo Mukamba Jean-Jacques Wamutombo (born June 25 1966) commonly referred to as Dikembe Mutombo, is a Congolese - American Aaron Fitzgerald McKie (born October 2 1972 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American professional Basketball player in the NBA Toronto was the more balanced team with Carter, Williams and Davis providing much of the offensive game and Chris Childs and Jerome Williams providing the defensive pressure. Chris Childs (born November 20, 1967 in Bakersfield California) is a former American professional Basketball player Philadelphia took full advantage of the mismatch at centre while Toronto counteracted with a fast break offence with their shorter but quicker players. Fast break is an offensive strategy in Basketball. In a fast break a team attempts to move the ball up court and into scoring position as quickly as possible so that the defense The series came down to the last few seconds of Game 7, when Carter's potential series-winning shot rolled off the rim. [25] Carter was later widely criticized for attending his graduation ceremony at the University of North Carolina on the morning of Game 7. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill ( UNC, North Carolina, or simply Carolina) is a public, Coeducational Research [26][27] Despite the loss, the season is generally considered a watermark for the franchise, given the Raptors' best ever regular season record (47–35),[22] and finishing second in the Central Division. [28]

Morris Peterson was selected in the 2000 NBA Draft and played seven seasons for Toronto before signing with the New Orleans Hornets.
Morris Peterson was selected in the 2000 NBA Draft and played seven seasons for Toronto before signing with the New Orleans Hornets. Morris Peterson Jr (born August 26 1977 in Flint Michigan) is an American professional Basketball player who currently plays The 2000 NBA Draft was held on June 28th 2000 in Minneapolis Minnesota (making it the last draft to be held in a team's arena-the The New Orleans Hornets are a professional Basketball team based in New Orleans Louisiana, United States.

The relocation of the Vancouver Grizzlies to Memphis, Tennessee in 2001 left Toronto as the NBA's only Canadian team. Memphis is a City in the southwest corner of Tennessee, and the County seat of Shelby County. Tennessee ( is a state located in the Southern United States. [29] To ensure that Vince Carter would re-sign with the team, long-term contracts were given to Alvin Williams, Jerome Williams and Antonio Davis, while former NBA MVP centre Hakeem Olajuwon was signed to provide Carter with good support. The center, colloquially the five, is one of the standard positions in a regulation Basketball game Hakeem Abdul Olajuwon (born on January 21 1963 is a retired Nigerian American professional Basketball player in the National Basketball Association (NBA [30] The Raptors appeared to be on their way to another competitive season, with a 29–21 record going into the All-Star break[30] and with Carter the top vote-getter for the All-Star game for the third consecutive year. The National Basketball Association (NBA holds an All-Star Weekend every February with a variety of Basketball -related events exhibitions and performances [16] Carter then suffered a bout of tendinitis, forcing him to miss the All-Star game and the rest of the season,[30] and without their franchise player, Toronto lost 13 consecutive games. Tendinitis or tendonitis (from the Greek Τενοντίτις 'itis' denoting inflammation or swelling used to be thought of as a painful Inflammation [30] However, they were able to win 12 of their last 14 games, clinching a playoff spot on the last day of the regular season. The 2002 NBA Playoffs were the postseason tournament of the National Basketball Association 's 2001–02 season. [30] The comeback featured some of the Raptors' best defense of the season, along with inspired performances by Antonio Davis and Keon Clark. Arian Keon Clark (born April 16 1975 in Danville, Illinois) is a former American National Basketball Association player

Despite Toronto's improved defensive performances, Carter's offence was sorely missed in the first-round series against the second-seeded Detroit Pistons. The Detroit Pistons are a team in the National Basketball Association based in the Detroit metropolitan area In the first game, Detroit overwhelmed Toronto 83–65 largely due to Ben Wallace's strong performance of 19 points, 20 rebounds, 3 blocks and 3 steals. Ben Camey Wallace (born September 10 1974 in White Hall Alabama) is an American professional Basketball player in the National A rebound in Basketball is the act of successfully gaining possession of the basketball after a missed field goal or Free throw. In Basketball, a block (short for blocked shot) occurs when a defensive player legally deflects a shot from an offensive player In Basketball, a steal occurs when a defensive player legally gains control of the ball from an offensive player [31] Detroit also won Game 2, but Toronto won the next two games at home to force a deciding and tightly contested Game 5 in Detroit. [30] With 10. 7 seconds left in the game, and the Raptors down 85–82 with possession of the ball, Chris Childs raced down the court and shot a three-pointer that missed badly, apparently trying to draw a foul on the play,[32] instead of passing to a wide-open Dell Curry. In a post-game locker room interview, Childs repeatedly insisted that the Raptors had been down four points, not three. The Raptors' late-season surge was thus marred by a disappointing playoff exit; the Olajuwon experiment was also a bust, with the 39-year-old averaging career lows in minutes, points and rebounds. [33] Furthermore, Childs, Clark, and Curry left the team, ensuring a new-look team for the next season.

2002–2006: Another period of struggle

The 2002–03 season began with the same optimism that the Raptors exhibited in three consecutive playoff seasons, although it faded early. The 2002–03 NBA season was the 57th season of the National Basketball Association. Carter, while voted as a starter in the 2003 All-Star Game,[16] suffered a spate of injuries. The 2003 NBA All-Star Game was the 52nd edition of the All-Star Game. Antonio Davis expressed disinterest in Toronto, and Wilkens' laissez-faire attitude created a team that lacked the motivation and spirit of the previous years' teams. The team was ravaged with injuries, losing an NBA record number of player games due to injury. [34] Furthermore, the Raptors recorded the dubious honour of being the only team in NBA history to not dress 12 players for a single game in a season. [34] Wilkens was criticized heavily by the Toronto media for his inability to clamp down on his players when necessary, especially given this was the year that Wilkens overtook Bill Fitch for the most losses by an NBA coach,[35] with his loss total getting dangerously close to his win total. William Fitch (born May 19 1934 in Davenport Iowa) is an American former NBA coach who has been successful in making teams playoff The Raptors ended the season with a 24–58 record[36] and Wilkens was sacked. This turned out to be a blessing in disguise, when the Raptors were given the 4th overall pick in the 2003 NBA Draft and brought another star to Toronto in Chris Bosh. The 2003 NBA Draft was held on June 26, 2003 at The Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. Christopher Wesson Bosh (born March 24 1984 is an American professional Basketball player in the National Basketball Association who plays for the Toronto

Since the trade of Vince Carter in 2004, Chris Bosh has been the face of the Raptors franchise.
Since the trade of Vince Carter in 2004, Chris Bosh has been the face of the Raptors franchise. Vincent Lamar Carter (born on January 26, 1977) known as Vince Carter, is an American professional Basketball player in the Christopher Wesson Bosh (born March 24 1984 is an American professional Basketball player in the National Basketball Association who plays for the Toronto

Canadian country singer Shania Twain helped launch the new red Raptors alternate road uniform at the start of the 2003–04 season,[37] and the jerseys made their debut in a 90–87 season-opening victory on 29 October 2003 against the defending Conference Champion New Jersey Nets. Country music is a blend of popular musical forms originally found in the Southern United States and the Appalachian Mountains. Shania Twain ʃəˈnaɪə 'tweɪn OC (born Eilleen Regina Edwards, August 28 1965 is a Canadian Singer and Songwriter in the The 2003–04 NBA season was the 58th season of the National Basketball Association. Events 437 - Valentinian III, Western Roman Emperor, marries Licinia Eudoxia, daughter of his cousin Theodosius II Year 2003 ( MMIII) was a Common year starting on Wednesday of the Gregorian calendar. The New Jersey Nets are a professional Basketball team in the National Basketball Association that plays in the Eastern Conference 's Atlantic [37] The Raptors were inconsistent throughout the season, partly due to injuries to key players Jalen Rose, Alvin Williams and Carter, with Davis and Jerome Williams traded early in the season for Rose and Donyell Marshall. Jalen Anthony Rose (born January 30 1973 in Detroit Michigan) is an American professional Basketball player formerly in the Donyell Lamar Marshall (born May 18 1973, in Reading Pennsylvania, U On 1 November 2003, the Raptors even tied an NBA record for fewest points scored in a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, losing 56–73. Events 996 - Emperor Otto III issues a deed to Gottschalk Bishop of Freising which is the oldest known document using the name Ostarrîchi Year 2003 ( MMIII) was a Common year starting on Wednesday of the Gregorian calendar. The Minnesota Timberwolves are a professional Basketball team based in Minneapolis Minnesota, United States. [37][38] After 50 games, Toronto was 25–25 and in a position to make the playoffs, but injuries to key players again sent the Raptors plummeting down the standings. The 2004 NBA Playoffs were the postseason of the National Basketball Association 's 2003-04 season. Rose, Carter, and Williams all suffered injuries as the Raptors struggled to a record of 8–24 in their remaining games. [37] The Raptors fired GM Glen Grunwald on 1 April 2004, after the team ended the season three games short of the eighth and final playoff spot. Glen Grunwald (born June 13, 1958 in Chicago, Illinois) is currently the senior vice president for basketball operations of the New York Events 527 - Byzantine Emperor Justin I names his nephew Justinian I as co-ruler and successor to the throne "MMIV" redirects here For the Modest Mouse album see " Baron von Bullshit Rides Again " [37] The notable individual season perfermances were Carter's 22. 5 ppg, Marshall's 10. 7 rpg and rookie Bosh, a 6-10 forward-centre who averaged 11. Rebound is a term used in Sports to describe the ball (or puck or other object of play becoming available for possession by either opponent after an attempt to put 5 ppg and 7. 4 rpg and was named to the NBA All-Rookie Team. [39] In this transitionary season, the Raptors improved their regular season record to 33–49. [37]

Head coach Kevin O'Neill was fired immediately after Grunwald's termination, after making some remarks which were taken to question the team's commitment to winning. Kevin O'Neill (born January 24 1957) is a basketball coach most recently serving as the interim head basketball coach at the University of Arizona. [40] He was replaced by Sam Mitchell, a former NBA forward and assistant coach of the Milwaukee Bucks. Samuel (Sam E Mitchell Jr (born September 2 1963 in Columbus Georgia) is a retired American professional Basketball player and current head coach of the The Milwaukee Bucks are a professional Basketball team based in Milwaukee Wisconsin. [41] Rob Babcock was named GM on 7 June 2004, alongside the appointments of Wayne Embry as senior advisor and Alex English as director of player development. Rob Babcock (born ca 1953 is an assistant general manager with the Minnesota Timberwolves of the NBA. Events 1099 - The First Crusade: The Siege of Jerusalem begins "MMIV" redirects here For the Modest Mouse album see " Baron von Bullshit Rides Again " Wayne Richard Embry (born March 26 1937 in Springfield Ohio) is a retired American Basketball player a center/forward whose 11 year career Alex English (born January 5 1954 in Columbia South Carolina) is a retired American Basketball player and current assistant coach of the Toronto Raptors [42]

A game between the Raptors and the Sixers, 19 December 2005.
A game between the Raptors and the Sixers, 19 December 2005. The Philadelphia 76ers (also known as the Sixers for short are a professional Basketball team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Events 324 - Licinius abdicates his position as Roman Emperor. Year 2005 ( MMV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar of the Gregorian calendar.

In the 2004–05 season, the team moved into the Atlantic Division. The 2004–05 NBA season was the 59th season of the National Basketball Association (NBA The Atlantic Division is a division in the Eastern Conference of the NBA. Babcock picked Rafael Araújo — selected eighth overall — in the 2004 NBA Draft, in a move that was criticized by fans and analysts. Rafael Paulo de Lara Araújo (pronounced aɾa'uʒu or approximately "ha-fa-Ew ah-rah-OO-zhoo" (born August 12, 1980 in Curitiba) is a The 2004 NBA Draft was held on June 24, 2004 at The Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York and was [43] Franchise player Carter demanded a trade during the offseason[44] which finally came to fruition mid-season, ending his six-year tenure. During the trade, Carter acknowledged he had not tried his hardest in the past few seasons. [45] Toronto received Alonzo Mourning, forwards Eric Williams and Aaron Williams and two mid-to-late future first round picks from the New Jersey Nets. Alonzo Harding Mourning Jr (born February 8, 1970, in Chesapeake Virginia) is an American professional Basketball player who Eric Williams (born July 6 1978 in Brooklyn, New York) is a professional Basketball player formerly in the D-League. Aaron Williams (born October 2 1971 in Evanston, Illinois) is an American professional Basketball player The New Jersey Nets are a professional Basketball team in the National Basketball Association that plays in the Eastern Conference 's Atlantic Mourning chose to not report to Toronto, forcing Babcock to buy out the remainder of his contract[46] at a reported $10 million, leaving him free to sign with the Miami Heat. The Miami Heat (often referred to simply as the Heat, including in some official team publications with HEAT in all capital letters are a professional Basketball Eric and Aaron Williams were supposed to add defensive toughness and rebounding, but were generally under-utilized for the entire season. Analysts had predicted Babcock got the bad end of the deal,[47] and the trade eventually cost him his job.

Former Toronto Raptor Matt Bonner signing autographs prior to a game.
Former Toronto Raptor Matt Bonner signing autographs prior to a game. Matthew (Matt Robert Bonner (born April 5 1980 in Concord New Hampshire) is an American professional Basketball player currently

Carter's departure heralded a new era for Toronto. Bosh stepped up to the role of franchise player[48] and performed well in his sophomore campaign, ranking tenth in the league in defensive rebounds. [39] In contrast to Bosh's emergence, Araújo struggled to keep a spot in the line-up, and became unpopular with fans and local media. [49] Although the ACC was often well attended, due to the Raptors' 22–19 home record,[50] their inability to win on the road (11–30) and poor defensive record made Sam Mitchell's first year as head coach unimpressive. Additionally, Mitchell had problems dealing with Rafer Alston, who openly expressed his unhappiness with Mitchell in a post-game interview. Rafer Jamel Alston, also known as Skip To My Lou or Skip 2 My Lou (born July 24 1976 in Queens, New York City) is an [51] Later in the season, Alston was suspended two games for "conduct detrimental to the team" for reportedly walking out of a scrimmage during practice. [52] Notwithstanding the unrest, in their first season competing in the Atlantic Division, Toronto maintained the same regular season record of 33–49 as the previous season. The Atlantic Division is a division in the Eastern Conference of the NBA. [48]

The Raptors continued to rebuild during the 2005 NBA Draft, selecting Charlie Villanueva, Joey Graham, Roko Ukic and Uros Slokar, with Villanueva's selection being very controversial amongst basketball pundits and Raptors fans alike. The 2005 NBA Draft took place on June 28, 2005 in the Theatre at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Charlie Villanueva is a first-generation Hispanic American son of Dominican immigrants Roberto Villanueva and Doris Mejía born August 24 1984 and raised in Elmhurst Joseph (Joey Graham (born June 11, 1982 in Wilmington Delaware) is an American professional Basketball player currently with the Roko Leni Ukić (born May 12 1984 in Split, SR Croatia, SFR Yugoslavia) is a Croatian professional Basketball Uroš Slokar (pronounced OO-rosh SLOH-car) (born May 14th, 1983 in Ljubljana) is a Slovenian Basketball player formerly [53] The Raptors started their training camp by trading Alston to the Houston Rockets for Mike James, and signing free agent José Calderón as a backup for James. The Houston Rockets are an American professional Basketball team based in Houston Texas. Michael Lamont James (born June 23 1975 in Amityville New York) is an American professional Basketball player currently with the José Manuel Calderón (born September 28 1981, in Villanueva de la Serena, Badajoz) is a Spanish professional Basketball Despite the infusion of new players, Toronto's overall 2005–06 season was a disappointment; they set a franchise record by losing their first nine games[54] and 15 out of their first 16 games. The 2005–06 NBA season was the 60th season of the National Basketball Association. [55] With losses mounting and media scrutiny intensifying, the Raptors hired legendary ex-Purdue coach Gene Keady as an assistant off the bench to help develop the young Raptors team, as well as establish a defensive persona for the team. Gene Keady ( May 21 1936 is a former Basketball coach and NFL Quarterback.

A game between the Raptors and the Nuggets, 10 March 2006.
A game between the Raptors and the Nuggets, 10 March 2006. The Denver Nuggets are a professional basketball team based in Denver, Colorado. Events 241 BC - First Punic War: Battle of the Aegates Islands - The Romans sink the Carthaginian fleet bringing Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar.

On 15 January 2006, the Raptors set a franchise points record in a 129–103 win over the Knicks when Villanueva hit a three-pointer late in the game,[56] but less than a week later, the Raptors gave up an 18-point lead against the Los Angeles Lakers, and allowed Lakers star Kobe Bryant to score 81 points, the second highest single-game total in NBA history. Events 588 BC - Nebuchadrezzar II of Babylon lays siege to Jerusalem under Zedekiah 's reign Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. The Los Angeles Lakers are a National Basketball Association (NBA team based in Los Angeles, California. Kobe Bean Bryant (born) is an American All-Star Shooting guard [57] With media scrutiny intensifying once more and the Raptors entrenched at the bottom of the league in defensive field goal percentage,[58] Toronto fired GM Rob Babcock. Field goal percentage in Basketball is the ratio of field goals made to field goals attempted. [59]

The 2005–06 season was not a total disaster. Villanueva's play impressed both fans and former critics as he came in second in NBA Rookie of the Year[60] and recorded 48 points in an overtime loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, the most points scored by any rookie in franchise history and the most by a rookie in the NBA since 1997. The National Basketball Association's Rookie of the Year Award is an annual National Basketball Association (NBA award given since the 1952–53 NBA season, to the Overtime is an additional period of play specified under the rules of a Sport in order to bring the game to a decision and avoid declaring the contest a tie or draw The Milwaukee Bucks are a professional Basketball team based in Milwaukee Wisconsin. [61] Bosh was also named a reserve forward for the Eastern All-Star Team in the 2006 game,[39] becoming the third Raptor after Vince Carter and Antonio Davis to appear in an All-Star Game. The 2006 NBA All-Star Game was played on Sunday February 19, 2006 at the Toyota Center in Houston Texas, home of the Houston Rockets On 27 February 2006, the team named Bryan Colangelo, the 2004–05 NBA Executive of the Year, the President and GM of the Raptors. Events 1560 - The Treaty of Berwick, which would expel the French from Scotland, is signed by England and the Congregation Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Bryan Colangelo (born June 1, 1965 in Chicago Illinois) also known as BC, is the President and General Manager of The National Basketball Association's Executive of the Year Award is an annual award given since the 1972–73 NBA season, to the league's best General managers Unlike [62] Known for his success in transforming a lottery Phoenix team into a 62-win offensive juggernaut, his hiring gave hope to many fans. Still, Toronto ended the season weakly when Bosh suffered a season-ending thumb injury. [63] The Raptors lost 10 in a row after Bosh's injury[64] and finished the season with the fifth worst record (27–55) in the NBA. [65]

2006–present: Return to the playoffs

A packed ACC in a game against the Milwaukee Bucks on 3 November 2006. Toronto used an alternate logo for many years before the 2006–07 season, seen here in the centre of the court.
A packed ACC in a game against the Milwaukee Bucks on 3 November 2006. The Milwaukee Bucks are a professional Basketball team based in Milwaukee Wisconsin. Events 644 - Umar ibn al-Khattab, the second Muslim Caliph, is killed by a Persian slave in Medina. Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Toronto used an alternate logo for many years before the 2006–07 season, seen here in the centre of the court.

The 2006–07 season represented a watershed year for the Raptors franchise. The 2006–07 NBA season was the 61st season of the National Basketball Association. The roster was overhauled, including the selection of 2006 NBA Draft number one pick Andrea Bargnani, the acquisition of point guard T.J. Ford in exchange for Charlie Villanueva, and the signing of shooting guard Anthony Parker and small forward Jorge Garbajosa. The 2006 NBA Draft was held on June 28 at the Theatre at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Andrea Bargnani, nicknamed " Il Mago " (translated to "The Magician" (born October 26 1985 in Rome, Italy) is Anthony Michael Parker (born June 19 1975 in Naperville Illinois) is an American professional Basketball player currently with the National Basketball Association Jorge Garbajosa Chaparro Jr, nicknamed "Garbo" (born December 19 1977 in Torrejón de Ardoz, Madrid) is a Spanish professional [66] Bosh was given a three-year contract extension,[66] while Maurizio Gherardini of Benetton Treviso was hired as the club’s vice-president and assistant general manager. Maurizio 'Mo' Gherardini (born September 22, 1955) is an Italian sportsman currently vice president and an assistant general manager for the Pallacanestro Treviso, more often known by its sponsorship name of Benetton Basket, or Benetton Treviso, is an Italian League professional Basketball [67]

The first half of the season produced mixed results as Toronto struggled towards the . 500 mark. [68] However, Toronto ended the regular season with a 47–35 record, securing the third seed in the Eastern Conference for the 2007 NBA Playoffs along with the Atlantic Division title, as well as homecourt advantage for the first time in franchise history. The 2007 NBA Playoffs was the postseason to the National Basketball Association 's 2006-2007 season. [69][70] Bosh recorded career-highs in ppg and rpg[39] and was voted to start in the 2007 NBA All-Star Game. The 2007 NBA All-Star Game was played on Sunday February 18, 2007 at the University of Nevada Las Vegas ' Thomas [71] The Raptors were also praised for their improved defense, ball-sharing and tremendous team chemistry. [72] Colangelo, Gherardini and Mitchell were credited with Toronto's turnaround this season,[73] which was one of the best in NBA history in terms of league standing and defensive ranking. [74] Mitchell was subsequently named the 2006–07 NBA Coach of the Year, the first coach in Raptors history to receive the honour,[75] while Colangelo was named 2006–07 Executive of the Year. The National Basketball Association's Coach of the Year is an annual National Basketball Association (NBA award given since the 1962–63 NBA season. [76] On 24 April 2007, the Raptors won their first playoff game in five seasons, with an 89–83 victory over the New Jersey Nets,[77] but lost the series 4–2. Events 1479 BC - Thutmose III ascends to the throne of Egypt, although power effectively shifts to Hatshepsut (according to Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. [78]

Several changes to the roster were made before the 2007–08 campaign as Toronto sought to reproduce the same form as the previous campaign. The 2007–08 NBA season was the 62nd season of the National Basketball Association. The Raptors acquired Giorgos Printezis in the 2007 NBA Draft,[79] signed Carlos Delfino,[80] Jamario Moon,[81] Maceo Baston[82] and three-point specialist Jason Kapono. Giorgos Printezis, also spelled Georgios Printezis ( in Greek: Γιώργος Πρίντεζης; born February 22nd, 1985, in The 2007 NBA Draft was held on June 28, 2007 at the WaMu Theatre at Madison Square Garden in New York City and Carlos Francisco Delfino (born August 29 1982, in Santa Fe Argentina) is an Argentine professional Basketball player Jamario Raman Moon (born June 13 1980, in Goodwater Alabama) is an American professional Basketball player for the NBA Maceo Demond Baston (born May 29, 1976 in Corsicana Texas, United States) is an American professional Basketball Jason Alan Kapono (born February 4 1981 in Long Beach California) is an American professional Basketball player who plays for the [83] On the other hand, veteran swingman Morris Peterson joined the New Orleans Hornets[84] and Luke Jackson was waived. Swingman is a basketball term denoting a player who can play both the Small forward and Shooting guard positions and in essence swing between the shooting The New Orleans Hornets are a professional Basketball team based in New Orleans Louisiana, United States. Luke Ryan Jackson (born November 6 1981 in Eugene Oregon) is an American professional Basketball player currently with the NBA 's Despite being defending division champions, the Raptors were widely tipped as outside contenders for the division and conference titles. [85] Bargnani's inability to play well consistently, coupled with injuries to Garbajosa (75 games), Bosh (15 games) and Ford (31 games) derailed the possibility of a smooth campaign as the Raptors chalked up six wins less than the previous season. The Raptors ceded the division title to Boston, and qualified for the 2008 NBA Playoffs as the sixth seed where they were pitted against the Orlando Magic, but were eliminated in five games. The 2008 NBA Playoffs was the postseason for the National Basketball Association 's 2007-08 season which ended with the Eastern Conference champion Boston The Orlando Magic is a professional Basketball team based in Orlando Florida. [86][87] Whereas the preceding season was considered a success, the 2007–08 campaign was considered a disappointment. Weaknesses in Toronto's game—rebounding, defence, and a lack of a swingman—were brought to sharp focus during the playoffs, and speculation was rife that big changes would be made to the roster. [87]

Fanbase

The Raptor Mascot rallying the crowd during a game
The Raptor Mascot rallying the crowd during a game

The Raptors have enjoyed a consistent fanbase throughout their history. From 2000 to 2002, the Raptors led the league in sellouts, but attendances dipped slightly between 2003 and 2006. This improved during the 2006–07 regular season, an average of 18,258 fans attended each game (13th in the league), which translates to 92. 2% of the ACC's seating capacity. [88] Following the success of the 2006–07 season, Toronto became one of the league leaders in season ticket sales for the 2007–08 season. [89]

The value of the Raptors franchise has risen over the years. With the continued popularity of the Raptors, the value of the franchise rose from US$125 million in 1998 to $315 million in 2006 and $373 million in 2007, according to reports by Forbes. Forbes is an American Publishing and media company Its flagship publication Forbes magazine is published bi-weekly [90][91] The Raptors are also the only NBA team with their own television station, Raptors NBA TV. Raptors NBA TV is a Canadian English language category 2 Digital cable Specialty channel owned by Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Their television ratings, however, are considerably lower than other more established Toronto sports teams and other sporting events shown on Canadian television. [92]

On game day, the fans are usually entertained by the Raptor mascot, the Raptors Dance Pak, and the 4 Korners Raptors Soundcrew during pre-game, time-outs, and intervals. The term mascot – defined as a term for any person animal or object thought to bring Luck – colloquially includes anything used to represent a group with a common In sports, a time-out refers to a stoppage in the match for a short amount of time Giveaways are usually bundled with tickets to encourage attendance.

Community service

The Raptors Foundation is the charitable arm of the Raptors, dedicated to assisting Ontario’s registered charities that support programs and sports initiatives for at-risk children and youth. A foundation is a legal categorization of Nonprofit organizations. Ontario (ɒnˈtɛrioʊ is a province located in the central part of Canada, the largest by population and second largest after Quebec The definition of charitable organization, and of charity varies according to the country and in some instances the region of the country in which the charitable organization operates The Foundation strives to lift spirits and change lives for young people by supporting local and provincial organizations that provide recreational, educational and other youth-oriented activities. Through its community ties and with the help of its corporate partners, donors, Raptors players and volunteers, the Foundation has successfully raised more than $14 million between 1995 and 2007, and reached out to thousands of charities. [93] The Raptors Foundation is one of three parts of the Raptors' community service program. The other projects are Raptors Community Relations and Raptors Basketball Development, both of which focus on providing basketball development programs. The Toronto Raptors lead the NBA for amount of money donated to the community.

Franchise and NBA records

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C 7 Flag of Italy Bargnani, Andrea 7 ft 0 in (2. The center, colloquially the five, is one of the standard positions in a regulation Basketball game Andrea Bargnani, nicknamed " Il Mago " (translated to "The Magician" (born October 26 1985 in Rome, Italy) is 13 m) 250 lb (113 kg) Italy
PF 9 Flag of the United States Baston, Maceo 6 ft 10 in (2. Power forward is a position in the sport of Basketball. The position is referred to in playbook terms as the four position and is commonly abbreviated "PF" Maceo Demond Baston (born May 29, 1976 in Corsicana Texas, United States) is an American professional Basketball 08 m) 230 lb (104 kg) Michigan
C 4 Flag of the United States Bosh, Chris (C) 6 ft 10 in (2. The center, colloquially the five, is one of the standard positions in a regulation Basketball game Christopher Wesson Bosh (born March 24 1984 is an American professional Basketball player in the National Basketball Association who plays for the Toronto 08 m) 230 lb (104 kg) Georgia Tech
C 1 Flag of Slovenia Brezec, Primož 7 ft 1 in (2. The center, colloquially the five, is one of the standard positions in a regulation Basketball game Primož Brezec (born October 2, 1979 in Postojna, Slovenia, SFR Yugoslavia) is a Slovenian professional Basketball 16 m) 255 lb (116 kg) Slovenia
PG 8 Flag of Spain Calderón, José 6 ft 3 in (1. Point guard ( PG) also called the one or " the ball-handler " is one of the standard positions in a regulation Basketball game José Manuel Calderón (born September 28 1981, in Villanueva de la Serena, Badajoz) is a Spanish professional Basketball 91 m) 210 lb (95 kg) Spain
SG 20 Flag of Argentina Delfino, Carlos 6 ft 6 in (1. The Shooting guard ( SG) also known as the two or off guard, is one of five traditional positions on a Basketball team Carlos Francisco Delfino (born August 29 1982, in Santa Fe Argentina) is an Argentine professional Basketball player 98 m) 230 lb (104 kg) Argentina
PG 11 Flag of the United States Ford, T. J. 6 ft 0 in (1. Point guard ( PG) also called the one or " the ball-handler " is one of the standard positions in a regulation Basketball game 83 m) 165 lb (75 kg) Texas
PF 15 Flag of Spain Garbajosa, Jorge Injured 6 ft 9 in (2. Power forward is a position in the sport of Basketball. The position is referred to in playbook terms as the four position and is commonly abbreviated "PF" Jorge Garbajosa Chaparro Jr, nicknamed "Garbo" (born December 19 1977 in Torrejón de Ardoz, Madrid) is a Spanish professional 06 m) 245 lb (111 kg) Spain
SF 14 Flag of the United States Graham, Joey 6 ft 7 in (2. The small forward, or colloquially the three, is one of the five positions in a regulation Basketball game Joseph (Joey Graham (born June 11, 1982 in Wilmington Delaware) is an American professional Basketball player currently with the 01 m) 225 lb (102 kg) Oklahoma State
PF 43 Flag of the United States Humphries, Kris 6 ft 9 in (2. Power forward is a position in the sport of Basketball. The position is referred to in playbook terms as the four position and is commonly abbreviated "PF" Kris Nathan Humphries (born February 6, 1985 in Minneapolis Minnesota) is an American professional Basketball player for the 06 m) 235 lb (107 kg) Minnesota
SF 24 Flag of the United States Kapono, Jason 6 ft 8 in (2. The small forward, or colloquially the three, is one of the five positions in a regulation Basketball game Jason Alan Kapono (born February 4 1981 in Long Beach California) is an American professional Basketball player who plays for the 03 m) 215 lb (98 kg) UCLA
SF 33 Flag of the United States Moon, Jamario 6 ft 8 in (2. The small forward, or colloquially the three, is one of the five positions in a regulation Basketball game Jamario Raman Moon (born June 13 1980, in Goodwater Alabama) is an American professional Basketball player for the NBA 03 m) 205 lb (93 kg) Meridian C.C.
C 12 Flag of Slovenia Nesterovič, Rasho 7 ft 0 in (2. The center, colloquially the five, is one of the standard positions in a regulation Basketball game Radoslav “Rašo” Nesterovič ( Serbian Cyrillic: Радослав Нестеровић - Рашо usually referred to in English as Rasho Nesterovic 13 m) 255 lb (116 kg) Slovenia
SG 18 Flag of the United States Parker, Anthony (C) 6 ft 6 in (1. The Shooting guard ( SG) also known as the two or off guard, is one of five traditional positions on a Basketball team Anthony Michael Parker (born June 19 1975 in Naperville Illinois) is an American professional Basketball player currently with the National Basketball Association 98 m) 215 lb (98 kg) Bradley
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For the complete list of Toronto Raptors players see: Toronto Raptors all-time roster. Bradley University is a private Co-educational University located in Peoria Illinois. Samuel (Sam E Mitchell Jr (born September 2 1963 in Columbus Georgia) is a retired American professional Basketball player and current head coach of the Mercer University is an independent private, Coeducational, University with a Baptist heritage located in the U Jay Triano (born September 21, 1958 in Tillsonburg Ontario, raised in Niagara Falls Ontario) is an NBA assistant coach with the Simon Fraser University ( SFU) is a public university in British Columbia with its main campus on Burnaby Mountain in Burnaby and satellite campuses in Alex English (born January 5 1954 in Columbia South Carolina) is a retired American Basketball player and current assistant coach of the Toronto Raptors This article is about the University of South Carolina in Columbia Michael Leeroyall "Mike" Evans (born April 19 1955 in Goldsboro North Carolina) is a retired American National Basketball Kansas State University, commonly shortened to K-State, is an institution of higher learning located in Manhattan, Kansas, in the United States 2008 ( MMVIII) is the current year in accordance with the Gregorian calendar, a Leap year that started on Tuesday of the Common Events 196 BC - Ptolemy V ascends to the throne of Egypt. 1309 - Pope Clement V excommunicates The following is a list of players both past and current who appeared at least in one game for the Toronto Raptors NBA franchise
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  4. ^ "Former Raptor arrested on 6 warrants", cbc. ca, 1 February 2007, accessed 25 April 2007. Events 1327 - Teenaged Edward III is crowned King of England, but the country is ruled by his mother Queen Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 1607 - Eighty Years' War: The Dutch fleet destroys the anchored Spanish fleet at Gibraltar. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  5. ^ New Jersey Nets at Toronto Raptors, basketball-reference. com, 3 November 1995, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 644 - Umar ibn al-Khattab, the second Muslim Caliph, is killed by a Persian slave in Medina. Year 1995 ( MCMXCV) was a Common year starting on Sunday. Events of 1995 Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  6. ^ Chicago Bulls at Toronto Raptors, basketball-reference. com, 24 March 1996, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1401 - Mongol emperor Timur sacks Damascus. 1603 - James VI of Scotland Year 1996 ( MCMXCVI) was a Leap year starting on Monday (link will display full 1996 Gregorian calendar) Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  7. ^ a b Damon Stoudamire Info Page, nba. com, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  8. ^ 1996-97 Standings, nba. com, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  9. ^ a b c Giant Killers on the Rise, nba. com/raptors, accessed 23 April 2007. Events 215 BC - A temple is built on the Capitoline Hill dedicated to Venus Erycina to commemorate the Roman defeat at Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  10. ^ Chicago Bulls at Toronto Raptors, basketball-reference. com, 8 December 1996, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1609 - Biblioteca Ambrosiana opens its reading room the second public library of Europe. Year 1996 ( MCMXCVI) was a Leap year starting on Monday (link will display full 1996 Gregorian calendar) Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  11. ^ a b 1996-97 NBA Game Results, basketball-reference. com, accessed 21 April 2007. Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  12. ^ a b c d e 1997-98: New Arena Brings New Hope, nba. com/raptors, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  13. ^ Beck, Howard, "On Knicks’ Sideline, a Survivor Faces a Stern Test", nytimes. com, 1 November 2006, accessed 12 April 2007
  14. ^ Grange, Michael "Stoudamire finally content", globesports. Events 996 - Emperor Otto III issues a deed to Gottschalk Bishop of Freising which is the oldest known document using the name Ostarrîchi Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 467 - Anthemius is elevated to Emperor of the Western Roman Empire. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. com, 3 March 2007, accessed 21 April 2007. Events 1284 - Statute of Rhuddlan incorporated the Principality of Wales into England 1575 - Indian Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  15. ^ 1997-98 Standings, nba. com/history, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  16. ^ a b c d e f Vince Carter Info Page, nba. com, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  17. ^ a b 1998-99: Raptors' Best Season Ever, nba. com/raptors, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  18. ^ Antonio Davis Bio, nba. com, accessed 8 April 2008. Events 217 - Roman Emperor Caracalla is Assassinated (and succeeded by his Praetorian 2008 ( MMVIII) is the current year in accordance with the Gregorian calendar, a Leap year that started on Tuesday of the Common
  19. ^ a b c 1999-00: Future Looks Bright for Raptors, nba. com/raptors, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  20. ^ 1999-2000 Standings, nba. com/history, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  21. ^ Lenny Wilkens Bio, nba. com/history, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  22. ^ a b c d e f 2000-01: Raptors Taste Playoff Success, nba. com/raptors, accessed 21 April 2007. Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  23. ^ Tracy McGrady Info Page, nba. com, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  24. ^ NBA Playoffs 2001, nba. com, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  25. ^ Associated Press. Philadelphia Rapts Up Series With Toronto, nba. com, 20 May 2001, accessed 20 April 2007. Events 325 - The First Council of Nicaea &ndash the first Ecumenical Council of the Christian Church is held Year 2001 ( MMI) was a Common year starting on Monday according to the Gregorian calendar. Events 1303 - The University of Rome La Sapienza is instituted by Pope Boniface VIII. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  26. ^ Maaddi, Rob, "Carter criticized after loss" cbc. ca, 21 May 2001, accessed 21 April 2007. Events 878 - Syracuse Italy is captured by the Muslim sultan of Sicily. Year 2001 ( MMI) was a Common year starting on Monday according to the Gregorian calendar. Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  27. ^ Mincey, Danielle, "Integrity in the Face of Conflict", Black Athlete Sports Network, accessed 21 April 2007. Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  28. ^ 2000-01 Standings, nba. com/history, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  29. ^ Grizzlies History, nba. com/grizzlies, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  30. ^ a b c d e f 2001-02: Raptors Face Adversity, nba. com/raptors, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  31. ^ Raptors vs. Pistons, usatoday. com, 21 April 2002, accessed 21 April 2007. Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) See also 2002 (disambiguation Year 2002 ( MMII) was a Common year starting on Tuesday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  32. ^ Raptors vs. Pistons, nba. com, 2 May 2002, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1194 - King Richard I of England gives Portsmouth its first Royal Charter. See also 2002 (disambiguation Year 2002 ( MMII) was a Common year starting on Tuesday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  33. ^ Hakeem Olajuwon Info Page, nba. com, accessed 21 April 2007. Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  34. ^ a b 2002-03: Injuries Halt High Hopes, nba. com/raptors, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  35. ^ "Raptors' Wilkens ties futility record", cbc. ca, 2 April 2003, accessed 21 April 2007. Events 68 - Galba, Governor of Hispania, names himself legatus senatus populique Romani, breaking the line of Year 2003 ( MMIII) was a Common year starting on Wednesday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  36. ^ 2002-03 Standings, nba. com/history, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  37. ^ a b c d e f 2003-04: Bosh Shines In Dark Season, nba. com/raptors, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  38. ^ Toronto Raptors at Minnesota Timberwolves, basketball-reference. com, 1 November 2003, accessed 22 April 2007. Events 996 - Emperor Otto III issues a deed to Gottschalk Bishop of Freising which is the oldest known document using the name Ostarrîchi Year 2003 ( MMIII) was a Common year starting on Wednesday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 1500 - Portuguese Navigator Pedro Álvares Cabral becomes the first European to sight Brazil. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  39. ^ a b c d Chris Bosh Info Page, nba. com, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  40. ^ "Toronto sack O'Neill, bbc. co. uk, 17 April 2004, accessed 21 April 2007. Events 69 - After the First Battle of Bedriacum, Vitellius becomes Roman Emperor. "MMIV" redirects here For the Modest Mouse album see " Baron von Bullshit Rides Again " Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  41. ^ "Sam Mitchell Named Raptors Head Coach", nba. com/raptors, 29 June 2004, accessed 21 April 2007. Events 512 - A Solar eclipse is recorded by a monastic chronicler in Ireland. "MMIV" redirects here For the Modest Mouse album see " Baron von Bullshit Rides Again " Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  42. ^ "Raptors Announce Basketball Operations Staff", nba. com/raptors, 7 June 2004, accessed 21 April 2007. Events 1099 - The First Crusade: The Siege of Jerusalem begins "MMIV" redirects here For the Modest Mouse album see " Baron von Bullshit Rides Again " Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  43. ^ Mannix, Chris, "The truth hurts", sportsillustrated. cnn. com, 16 September 2005, accessed 22 April 2007. Events 1400 - Owain Glyndŵr is declared Prince of Wales by his followers Year 2005 ( MMV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. Events 1500 - Portuguese Navigator Pedro Álvares Cabral becomes the first European to sight Brazil. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  44. ^ "Vince Carter demands trade: report", cbc. ca, 17 September 2004, accessed 22 April 2007. Events 1176 - The Battle of Myriokephalon is fought 1462 - The Battle of Świecino (or Battle of Żarnowiec "MMIV" redirects here For the Modest Mouse album see " Baron von Bullshit Rides Again " Events 1500 - Portuguese Navigator Pedro Álvares Cabral becomes the first European to sight Brazil. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  45. ^ Wick, Norma, "All Flights Cancelled", nba. com/raptors, 10 January 2005, accessed 21 April 2007. Events 49 BC - Julius Caesar crosses the Rubicon, signaling the start of civil war. Year 2005 ( MMV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  46. ^ "Raptors, Alonzo Mourning end contract", insidehoops. com, 11 February 2005, accessed 21 April 2007. Events 660 BC - Traditional founding date of Japan by Emperor Jimmu. Year 2005 ( MMV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  47. ^ Burns, Marty "Trade Analysis: Carter heads south of border", sportsillustrated. cnn. com, 17 December 2004, accessed 21 April 2007. Events 546 - Gothic War (535–554: The Ostrogoths of King Totila "MMIV" redirects here For the Modest Mouse album see " Baron von Bullshit Rides Again " Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  48. ^ a b 2004-05: End of the Carter Era, nba. com/raptors, accessed 21 April 2007. Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  49. ^ Associated Press. "Raptors trade bust Araujo to Jazz for two", sports. espn. go. com, 8 June 2006, accessed 21 April 2007. Events 68 - The Roman Senate accepts emperor Galba. 536 - St Silverius becomes Pope (probable Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  50. ^ Raptors Schedules & Results 2004-2005, nba. com/raptors, accessed 21 April 2007. Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  51. ^ "Mitchell-Alston feud brews as Toronto heads to Cleveland", cbc. ca, 4 December 2004, accessed 21 April 2007. "December 4th" redirects here For the song by Jay-Z, see December 4th (song. "MMIV" redirects here For the Modest Mouse album see " Baron von Bullshit Rides Again " Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  52. ^ "Alston benched in Raptors loss", cbc. ca, 9 February 2005, accessed 21 April 2007. Events 474 - Zeno crowned as co-emperor of the Byzantine Empire. Year 2005 ( MMV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  53. ^ "Raptors send Villanueva packing", cbc. ca, 30 June 2006, accessed 21 April 2007. Events 350 - Roman usurper Nepotianus, of the Constantinian dynasty, is defeated and killed by troops of the Usurper Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  54. ^ Raptors Post Up, nba. com/raptors, 20 November 2005, accessed 23 April 2007. Events 284 - Diocletian was chosen as Roman Emperor. 762 - Bögü Khan of the Uyghurs, Year 2005 ( MMV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. Events 215 BC - A temple is built on the Capitoline Hill dedicated to Venus Erycina to commemorate the Roman defeat at Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  55. ^ Raptors Hit Jackpot, nba. com/raptors, accessed 12 April 2007. Events 467 - Anthemius is elevated to Emperor of the Western Roman Empire. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  56. ^ Raptors Post Up", nba. com/raptors, 15 January 2006, accessed 12 April 2007. Events 588 BC - Nebuchadrezzar II of Babylon lays siege to Jerusalem under Zedekiah 's reign Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 467 - Anthemius is elevated to Emperor of the Western Roman Empire. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  57. ^ Webb, Royce, "Kobe makes records wilt", sports. espn. go. com, 23 January 2006, accessed 23 April 2007. Events 393 - Roman Emperor Theodosius I proclaims his nine year old son Honorius co-emperor Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 215 BC - A temple is built on the Capitoline Hill dedicated to Venus Erycina to commemorate the Roman defeat at Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  58. ^ 2006-07 Season Preview: Toronto Raptors, nba. com, accessed 23 April 2007. Events 215 BC - A temple is built on the Capitoline Hill dedicated to Venus Erycina to commemorate the Roman defeat at Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  59. ^ "Rob Babcock Relieved of Duties", nba. com/raptors, 26 January 2006, accessed 21 April 2007. Events 1340 - King Edward III of England is declared King of France. Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  60. ^ Hornets' Paul Named the 2005-06 T-Mobile Rookie of the Year, nba. com, 10 May 2006, accessed 23 April 2007. Events 1291 - Scottish Nobles recognize the authority of Edward I of England. Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 215 BC - A temple is built on the Capitoline Hill dedicated to Venus Erycina to commemorate the Roman defeat at Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  61. ^ Charlie Villanueva Info Page, nba. com, accessed 12 April 2007. Events 467 - Anthemius is elevated to Emperor of the Western Roman Empire. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  62. ^ "Colangelo Named Raptors President and General Manager", nba. com/raptors, 28 February 2006, accessed 23 April 2007. Events 202 BC - coronation ceremony of Liu Bang as Emperor Gaozu of Han takes place initiating four centuries of the Han Dynasty 's rule Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 215 BC - A temple is built on the Capitoline Hill dedicated to Venus Erycina to commemorate the Roman defeat at Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  63. ^ "Charlie Villanueva Nets 48 in OT Loss in Milwaukee", nba. com/raptors, 26 March 2006, accessed 23 April 2007. Events 1026 - Pope John XIX crowns Conrad II as Holy Roman Emperor. Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 215 BC - A temple is built on the Capitoline Hill dedicated to Venus Erycina to commemorate the Roman defeat at Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  64. ^ Raptors Schedules & Results 2005-2006, nba. com/raptors, accessed 23 April 2007. Events 215 BC - A temple is built on the Capitoline Hill dedicated to Venus Erycina to commemorate the Roman defeat at Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  65. ^ 2005-06 Standings, nba. com, accessed 23 April 2007. Events 215 BC - A temple is built on the Capitoline Hill dedicated to Venus Erycina to commemorate the Roman defeat at Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  66. ^ a b Ewing, Lori, "Toronto Raptors re-sign star forward Chris Bosh to contract extension", cbc. ca, 14 July 2006, accessed 17 June 2007. Events 1223 - Louis VIII becomes King of France upon the death of his father Philip II of France. Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 1462 - Vlad III the Impaler attempts to assassinate Mehmed II ( The Night Attack) forcing him to retreat Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  67. ^ "Raptors Name Gherardini To Basketball Staff", nba. com/raptors, 22 June 2006, accessed 17 June 2007. Events 217 BC - Battle of Raphia: Ptolemy IV of Egypt defeats Antiochus III the Great of the Seleucid kingdom. Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 1462 - Vlad III the Impaler attempts to assassinate Mehmed II ( The Night Attack) forcing him to retreat Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  68. ^ Smalls, Anthony, "The Rebirth of the Raptors", nba. com, 12 April 2007, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 467 - Anthemius is elevated to Emperor of the Western Roman Empire. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  69. ^ Raptors Post Up, nba. com/raptors, 15 April 2007, accessed 17 June 2007. Events 1450 - Battle of Formigny: Toward the end of the Hundred Years' War, the French attack and nearly annihilate English Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 1462 - Vlad III the Impaler attempts to assassinate Mehmed II ( The Night Attack) forcing him to retreat Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  70. ^ 2006-07 Standings, nba. com, accessed 22 April 2007. Events 1500 - Portuguese Navigator Pedro Álvares Cabral becomes the first European to sight Brazil. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  71. ^ "Raptors voted all-star starter" cbc. ca, 25 January 2007, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 41 - After a night of negotiation Claudius is accepted as Roman Emperor by the Senate Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  72. ^ Schuhmann, John, "Testing the Bosh Theory", nba. com, 23 March 2007, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1174 - Jocelin, Abbot of Melrose, is elected Bishop of Glasgow. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  73. ^ Feschuk, Dave, "Italian building block", thestar. com, 21 April 2007, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 753 BC - Romulus and Remus found Rome ( traditional date) Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  74. ^ Pelton, Kevin, "Insider Preview - Sonics at Toronto", nba. com/sonics, 11 March 2007, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1425 BC - Thutmose III, Pharaoh of Egypt, dies (according to the Low Chronology of the 18th Dynasty Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  75. ^ "Sam Mitchell Named 2006-07 Coach of the Year", nba. com/raptors, 24 April 2007, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1479 BC - Thutmose III ascends to the throne of Egypt, although power effectively shifts to Hatshepsut (according to Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  76. ^ Colangelo Named 2006-07 NBA Executive Of The Year, nba. com/raptors, 14 May 2007, accessed 16 May 2007. Events 1264 - Battle of Lewes: Henry III of England is captured in France making Simon de Montfort the Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 1204 - Baldwin IX Count of Flanders is crowned as the first Emperor of the Latin Empire. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  77. ^ Raptors Post Up, nba. com/raptors, 24 April 2007, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1479 BC - Thutmose III ascends to the throne of Egypt, although power effectively shifts to Hatshepsut (according to Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  78. ^ Raptors Post Up, 4 May 2007, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1256 - The Augustinian monastic order is constituted at the Lecceto Monastery when Pope Alexander IV Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  79. ^ Ulmer, Mike, "Giorgos Printezis Happy to Be a Raptor", nba. com/raptors, 29 June 2007, accessed 12 July 2007. Events 512 - A Solar eclipse is recorded by a monastic chronicler in Ireland. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 1191 - Saladin 's garrison surrenders ending the two-year Siege of Acre. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  80. ^ Raptors Acquire Carlos Delfino From Pistons, nba. com/raptors, 15 June 2007, accessed 22 July 2007. Events 763 BC - Assyrians record a Solar eclipse that will be used to fix the Chronology of Mesopotamian history Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 1099 - First Crusade: Godfrey of Bouillon is elected the first Defender of the Holy Sepulchre of The Kingdom of Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  81. ^ Raptors Sign Jamario Moon, nba. com/raptors, 10 July 2007, accessed 22 July 2007. Events 48 BC - Battle of Dyrrhachium, Julius Caesar barely avoids a catastrophic defeat to Pompey in Macedonia. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 1099 - First Crusade: Godfrey of Bouillon is elected the first Defender of the Holy Sepulchre of The Kingdom of Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  82. ^ Raptors Sign Maceo Baston to Offer Sheet, nba. com/raptors, 11 July 2007, accessed 22 July 2007. Events 911 - Signing of the Treaty of Saint-Clair-sur-Epte between Charles the Simple and Rollo of Normandy. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 1099 - First Crusade: Godfrey of Bouillon is elected the first Defender of the Holy Sepulchre of The Kingdom of Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  83. ^ Ulmer, Mike, "Kapono Happy to be Joining Raptors", nba. com/raptors, 12 July 2007, accessed 13 July 2007. Events 1191 - Saladin 's garrison surrenders ending the two-year Siege of Acre. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 1174 - William I of Scotland, a key rebel in the Revolt of 1173-1174, is captured at Alnwick by forces loyal to Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  84. ^ Hornets ink Morris Peterson for 4 years, cbc. ca, 23 July 2007, accessed 9 August 2007. Events 1632 - Three hundred colonists bound for New France depart from Dieppe France. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 48 BC - Caesar's civil war: Battle of Pharsalus - Julius Caesar decisively defeats Pompey at Pharsalus Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  85. ^ Feschuk, Dave, "Raptors will defend crown", thestar. com, 31 October 2007, accessed 1 November 2007. Events 445 BC – Ezra reads the Book of the Law to the Israelites in Jerusalem (see Nehemiah 91 NLTse Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 996 - Emperor Otto III issues a deed to Gottschalk Bishop of Freising which is the oldest known document using the name Ostarrîchi Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  86. ^ 2007-08 NBA Season Summary, basketball-reference. com, accessed 4 May 2008. Events 1256 - The Augustinian monastic order is constituted at the Lecceto Monastery when Pope Alexander IV 2008 ( MMVIII) is the current year in accordance with the Gregorian calendar, a Leap year that started on Tuesday of the Common
  87. ^ a b Ulmer, Mike, "Raptors Head Home For The Summer", nba. com/raptors, 30 April 2008, accessed 4 May 2008. Events 313 - Roman emperor Licinius unifies the entire Eastern Roman Empire under his rule 2008 ( MMVIII) is the current year in accordance with the Gregorian calendar, a Leap year that started on Tuesday of the Common Events 1256 - The Augustinian monastic order is constituted at the Lecceto Monastery when Pope Alexander IV 2008 ( MMVIII) is the current year in accordance with the Gregorian calendar, a Leap year that started on Tuesday of the Common
  88. ^ 2006-07 NBA Attendance, sports. espn. go. com, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  89. ^ Smith, Doug, "Ticket sales put Raptors in model franchise territory", thestar. com, 5 September 2007, accessed 6 September 2007. Events 1590 - Alexander Farnese 's army forces Henry IV of France to raise the siege of Paris. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 3114 BC - According to the Proleptic Julian calendar the current era in the Maya Long Count Calendar started Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  90. ^ NBA Team Valuations, forbes. com/lists, 25 January 2007, accessed 15 June 2007. Events 41 - After a night of negotiation Claudius is accepted as Roman Emperor by the Senate Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 763 BC - Assyrians record a Solar eclipse that will be used to fix the Chronology of Mesopotamian history Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  91. ^ #14 Toronto Raptors, forbes. com, 6 December 2007, accessed 6 February 2008. Events 1060 - Béla I of Hungary is crowned king of Hungary 1240 - Mongol invasion of Rus: Kiev Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 46 BC - Julius Caesar defeats the combined army of Pompeian followers and Numidians under Metellus Scipio 2008 ( MMVIII) is the current year in accordance with the Gregorian calendar, a Leap year that started on Tuesday of the Common
  92. ^ Zelkovich, Chris, "Raptors putting on a show - who's watching?", thestar. com, 30 March 2007, accessed 16 June 2007. Events 240 BC - 1st recorded Perihelion passage of Halley's Comet. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. Events 1487 - Battle of Stoke Field, the last dying breath of the Wars of the Roses. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  93. ^ Raptors Foundation, nba. com/raptors, accessed 7 April 2007. Events 529 - First draft of Corpus Juris Civilis (a fundamental work in Jurisprudence) is issued by Eastern Roman Emperor Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  94. ^ Jalen Rose Info Page, nba. com, accessed 19 March 2007. Events 1279 - A Mongolian victory in the Battle of Yamen ends the Song Dynasty in China. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.
  95. ^ Simmons, Steve, "Raptors want Jalen Rose on the bench", torontosun. com, 16 December 2005, accessed 25 April 2007. Events 755 - An Lushan revolts against Chancellor Yang Guozhong at Fanyang, initiating the An Shi Rebellion Year 2005 ( MMV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. Events 1607 - Eighty Years' War: The Dutch fleet destroys the anchored Spanish fleet at Gibraltar. Year 2007 ( MMVII) was a Common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century.

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