DeMar DeRozan reflects on his nine years with the Raptors
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 5:52 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026

DeMar DeRozan expressed his enduring connection to the Toronto Raptors, stating, "This'll always be home for me" during an interview. He shared that his nine years with the team were foundational for both his basketball career and personal growth. DeRozan emphasized the significance of his time in Toronto and the relationships he built there. This sentiment highlights the importance of player-team connections in the NBA.
- •DeRozan played nine seasons with the Raptors
- •He describes Toronto as foundational to his development
- •DeRozan maintains strong connections with the team
- •Comments made during an interview on September 18, 2026
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