Michael Grange
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Raptors/NBA columnist with Rogers Sportsnet, based in Toronto. Have won awards, and covered NBA games at Maple Leaf Gardens. Family guy, golf guy, dog guy, I will happily give you my blood. @michaelgrange on X.
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Grange: Why Raptors should avoid Giannis Antetokounmpo trade
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Musing about Giannis and the Raptors is a tradition, but now that the Bucks star seems likely to move, here's the catch: "It would have to be Scottie and picks, in my opinion" -- www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
On Trayce Jackson-Davis making an impression on his first day as a Raptor, some good Poeltl news and CMB earning his minutes: www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
'I'm used to the cold': Jackson-Davis brings experience, dunks to Raptors
"I'm used to the cold." Trayce Jackson-Davis, the newest Raptor, knows what he's getting into in Toronto and hopes to bring some of that experience to his new team.
Michael Grange has the story after...
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February 7, 2026 at 10:40 PM
On Trayce Jackson-Davis making an impression on his first day as a Raptor, some good Poeltl news and CMB earning his minutes: www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
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Dalano Banton will join the LA Clippers on a 10-day contract, team source tells @theathletic.com
February 7, 2026 at 7:18 PM
Dalano Banton will join the LA Clippers on a 10-day contract, team source tells @theathletic.com
Jakob Poeltl went live at practice & will be questionable vs. Pacers Sunday. Has missed 26 games (when including the six minutes he played vs. Nets on Dec. 21) with a wonky back.
Also, Immanuel Quickley tweaked ankle Sunday and will be listed as questionable, but feeling is it's a 'mild' sprain.
Also, Immanuel Quickley tweaked ankle Sunday and will be listed as questionable, but feeling is it's a 'mild' sprain.
February 7, 2026 at 7:38 PM
Jakob Poeltl went live at practice & will be questionable vs. Pacers Sunday. Has missed 26 games (when including the six minutes he played vs. Nets on Dec. 21) with a wonky back.
Also, Immanuel Quickley tweaked ankle Sunday and will be listed as questionable, but feeling is it's a 'mild' sprain.
Also, Immanuel Quickley tweaked ankle Sunday and will be listed as questionable, but feeling is it's a 'mild' sprain.
Trayce Jackson Davis is internet famous for dunking on Wemby; the clip circulated again after trade to Raptors went through and it came up at his first practice in Toronto:
February 7, 2026 at 7:32 PM
Trayce Jackson Davis is internet famous for dunking on Wemby; the clip circulated again after trade to Raptors went through and it came up at his first practice in Toronto:
“I’m from the Midwest, I’m used to the cold,” — Trayce Jackson-Davis saying the right things on 1st day as a Raptor. Very personable dude. Eager for an opportunity, feels like his experiences playing alongside Steph, Draymond, Klay and Chris Paul (as rookie) have been formative.
February 7, 2026 at 7:30 PM
“I’m from the Midwest, I’m used to the cold,” — Trayce Jackson-Davis saying the right things on 1st day as a Raptor. Very personable dude. Eager for an opportunity, feels like his experiences playing alongside Steph, Draymond, Klay and Chris Paul (as rookie) have been formative.
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Since I wrote this, Flagg is averaging 33.4 points, 8.8 rebounds, 4.8 assists + 2.2 stocks per game on .602 true shooting with eight turnovers in 187 minutes.
Kid's pretty good!
Kid's pretty good!
At Y! Sports: Ahead of this weekend's prime-time Lakers-Mavs tilt, I wrote about Cooper Flagg, growing up at warp speed, getting himself on some pretty cool friggin' lists, and giving Dallas something to hold onto as it navigates life after Luka: yhoo.it/3NNmeXz
Cooper Flagg's impressive rookie season has put him in elite company — and given Mavs fans hope again
One of the most highly touted prospects in a generation is growing up a lot faster than it would’ve seemed reasonable to expect.
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February 6, 2026 at 4:13 PM
Since I wrote this, Flagg is averaging 33.4 points, 8.8 rebounds, 4.8 assists + 2.2 stocks per game on .602 true shooting with eight turnovers in 187 minutes.
Kid's pretty good!
Kid's pretty good!
Since turning 19 on Dec. 21, Cooper Flagg is averaging 22p/7r/5a/1s w eFG of 53% .... only other guys doing that or better for the season as a whole are Joker, Luka and Jalen Johnson. Cray.
February 6, 2026 at 5:24 PM
Since turning 19 on Dec. 21, Cooper Flagg is averaging 22p/7r/5a/1s w eFG of 53% .... only other guys doing that or better for the season as a whole are Joker, Luka and Jalen Johnson. Cray.
On the Raptors getting not that busy at the trade deadline:
“At this time, with this group, we didn’t want to chase,” - Raptors GM Bobby Webster took a measured approach at the trade deadline. As a result a healthy Jakob Poeltl will prove this season’s biggest move: - www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
Raptors' direction remains steady after quiet trade deadline
For all the intrigue and excitement this time of year brings, the way the Raptors have built their team means that they trust the pieces to fit and the players to perform, because making quick correct...
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February 6, 2026 at 1:21 PM
On the Raptors getting not that busy at the trade deadline:
“At this time, with this group, we didn’t want to chase,” - Raptors GM Bobby Webster took a measured approach at the trade deadline. As a result a healthy Jakob Poeltl will prove this season’s biggest move: - www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
Raptors' direction remains steady after quiet trade deadline
For all the intrigue and excitement this time of year brings, the way the Raptors have built their team means that they trust the pieces to fit and the players to perform, because making quick correct...
www.sportsnet.ca
February 6, 2026 at 5:20 AM
“At this time, with this group, we didn’t want to chase,” - Raptors GM Bobby Webster took a measured approach at the trade deadline. As a result a healthy Jakob Poeltl will prove this season’s biggest move: - www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
Raps-Bulls as men's league trap game: Bulls rolling with like eight guys playing fast & free. May not know names but know they can get up all the shots. Raptors coming off bad loss and on B2B, maybe a little post deadline let down. Could be on their back foot. That's my best Bill Simmons analysis
February 6, 2026 at 12:33 AM
Raps-Bulls as men's league trap game: Bulls rolling with like eight guys playing fast & free. May not know names but know they can get up all the shots. Raptors coming off bad loss and on B2B, maybe a little post deadline let down. Could be on their back foot. That's my best Bill Simmons analysis
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The trade might not be official yet, but Trayce Jackson-Davis has a locker with his nameplate waiting for him in Raptors locker room.
Would imagine he’ll talk to media Saturday.
Would imagine he’ll talk to media Saturday.
February 5, 2026 at 11:56 PM
The trade might not be official yet, but Trayce Jackson-Davis has a locker with his nameplate waiting for him in Raptors locker room.
Would imagine he’ll talk to media Saturday.
Would imagine he’ll talk to media Saturday.
Jakob Poeltl is ‘ramping up well’ and the hope is he is able to play before the all-star break, says Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic.
February 5, 2026 at 10:50 PM
Jakob Poeltl is ‘ramping up well’ and the hope is he is able to play before the all-star break, says Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic.
Gradey Dick on Ochai Agbaji being traded -- “It was definitely tough. He’s like a brother to me; our families love each other. It’s just crazy how quick it can go: one day here, gone the next. But it just shows you the reality of the league."
February 5, 2026 at 4:36 PM
Gradey Dick on Ochai Agbaji being traded -- “It was definitely tough. He’s like a brother to me; our families love each other. It’s just crazy how quick it can go: one day here, gone the next. But it just shows you the reality of the league."
On the Raptors making trades and sticking with current trends: letting one bad quarter of basketball ruin the other three — www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
'We had a tough time': Raptors' sloppy fourth quarter leads to collapse
It’s the third time in four games that the Raptors have blown a decent lead with a messy quarter of basketball in the second half.
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February 5, 2026 at 2:33 PM
On the Raptors making trades and sticking with current trends: letting one bad quarter of basketball ruin the other three — www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
Just pulled in the driveway.
Can confirm Raptors deal for Trayce Jackson-Davis with Warriors. Third-year big is a solid rebounder with some rim protection on a 4yr/$7.6m deal. Team option for next year. Warriors get ‘26 second round pick.
Can confirm Raptors deal for Trayce Jackson-Davis with Warriors. Third-year big is a solid rebounder with some rim protection on a 4yr/$7.6m deal. Team option for next year. Warriors get ‘26 second round pick.
February 5, 2026 at 5:15 AM
Just pulled in the driveway.
Can confirm Raptors deal for Trayce Jackson-Davis with Warriors. Third-year big is a solid rebounder with some rim protection on a 4yr/$7.6m deal. Team option for next year. Warriors get ‘26 second round pick.
Can confirm Raptors deal for Trayce Jackson-Davis with Warriors. Third-year big is a solid rebounder with some rim protection on a 4yr/$7.6m deal. Team option for next year. Warriors get ‘26 second round pick.
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the dallas mavericks having marvin bagley on their roster instead of luka doncic is a plot twist that would get an entire writer's room fired
February 4, 2026 at 10:39 PM
the dallas mavericks having marvin bagley on their roster instead of luka doncic is a plot twist that would get an entire writer's room fired
Can confirm details of 3 team trade where Raps get Chris Paul from Clips, Nets get Agbaji & 2032 2nd + cash. Chris Paul will not join Raptors, I’m told. Raps get under tax and have Paul’s $3.3m contract to use in any further deals,otherwise he gets waived and becomes a FA.
February 4, 2026 at 9:05 PM
Can confirm details of 3 team trade where Raps get Chris Paul from Clips, Nets get Agbaji & 2032 2nd + cash. Chris Paul will not join Raptors, I’m told. Raps get under tax and have Paul’s $3.3m contract to use in any further deals,otherwise he gets waived and becomes a FA.
This gets Raptors out of tax. I’d be a bit shocked if Chris Paul plays for Toronto …. (presume he gets waived or some such) … but it would be cool if he did suit up. Raps still have an open roster spot.
The Los Angeles Clippers, Brooklyn Nets and Toronto Raptors have agreed on a multi-team trade sending Chris Paul to the Raptors and Ochai Agbaji, a 2032 Raptors second-rounder and cash to the Nets, sources tell ESPN.
February 4, 2026 at 8:50 PM
This gets Raptors out of tax. I’d be a bit shocked if Chris Paul plays for Toronto …. (presume he gets waived or some such) … but it would be cool if he did suit up. Raps still have an open roster spot.
Any big swing by Raptors being held ‘back’ — www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
Why Raptors' trade deadline approach is complicated by Jakob Poeltl's status
Jakob Poeltl’s back injury has been an issue for the Toronto Raptors for most of the season. And it’s looming as the major complication for Toronto at the NBA trade deadline as well, writes Michael Gr...
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February 4, 2026 at 1:36 PM
Any big swing by Raptors being held ‘back’ — www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
I thought he looked great vs. Raptors on Sunday. Wonder where Jazz got that draft pick from …
Isaiah Collier is up to 13 assists tonight and we're still in the 3rd quarter... 15 is the most for a Jazz PG since Deron Williams (Trey Burke in 2014). Just one turnover as well.
February 4, 2026 at 2:31 AM
I thought he looked great vs. Raptors on Sunday. Wonder where Jazz got that draft pick from …
I always kind of wrestle with how to rate Harden. Like, his teams are great but they don’t win; he doesn’t defend but he always plays. Misses loads of shots but is still efficient. Quits his job but volunteers to move from LA to Cleveland in February… it’s a real mixed bag.
February 4, 2026 at 2:29 AM
I always kind of wrestle with how to rate Harden. Like, his teams are great but they don’t win; he doesn’t defend but he always plays. Misses loads of shots but is still efficient. Quits his job but volunteers to move from LA to Cleveland in February… it’s a real mixed bag.
On the Raptors being held ‘back’ from making a major move at the trade deadline: www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
Why Raptors' trade deadline approach is complicated by Jakob Poeltl's status
Jakob Poeltl’s back injury has been an issue for the Toronto Raptors for most of the season. And it’s looming as the major complication for Toronto at the NBA trade deadline as well, writes Michael Gr...
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February 4, 2026 at 12:10 AM
On the Raptors being held ‘back’ from making a major move at the trade deadline: www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
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Alijah Martin will be doing double-duty at All-Star Weekend.
He and AJ Lawson have been named to the G League Next Up Game!
He and AJ Lawson have been named to the G League Next Up Game!
Alijah Martin has also made the Rising Stars Game as a G League representative.
February 3, 2026 at 9:02 PM
Alijah Martin will be doing double-duty at All-Star Weekend.
He and AJ Lawson have been named to the G League Next Up Game!
He and AJ Lawson have been named to the G League Next Up Game!
Raptors recognizing new SLAM cover featuring Ingram and Barnes:
February 3, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Raptors recognizing new SLAM cover featuring Ingram and Barnes:
Mamu wearing shirt w/ the new SLAM cover featuring BI and Barnes.
February 3, 2026 at 5:58 PM
Mamu wearing shirt w/ the new SLAM cover featuring BI and Barnes.