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Toronto Raptors prepare for 2026 NBA Draft after strong season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 6:16 PM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Toronto Raptors prepare for 2026 NBA Draft after strong season

Summary

The Toronto Raptors will approach the 2026 NBA Draft following a successful season, finishing 46-36 and making the playoffs for the first time since 2022. They reached a decisive Game 7 against the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first round. With a focus on strengthening their roster, the Raptors hold the 19th and 50th picks in the draft and seek to enhance their perimeter scoring, which ranked near the bottom of the league. Key draft targets are Meleek Thomas and Isaiah Evans, both guards who could bolster the team's offensive capabilities. Toronto's draft strategy will likely revolve around building around Scottie Barnes.

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By the Numbers

•Raptors finished 46-36 and reached playoffs for first time since 2022.
•Toronto lost in a Game 7 against Cleveland Cavaliers.
•Draft holds two critical picks: No. 19 and No. 50.
•Focus on improving perimeter scoring after low three-point shooting stats.
•Top draft targets include Meleek Thomas and Isaiah Evans.

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6:16 PMYahoo Sports — Toronto Raptors 2026 NBA Draft Preview

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The Toronto Raptors will be entering the 2026 NBA Draft coming off one of their better seasons in quite a while. The Raptors finished 46-36 in 2025-26 and made the playoffs for the first time since 2022. They took the Cleveland Cavaliers to a deciding Game 7 in the first round of the playoffs. Scottie […] The post Toronto Raptors 2026 NBA Draft Preview appeared first on The Lead.
— Yahoo Sports

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