Raptors try to ignore expectations ahead of promising 2026-27 season

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October 20, 2026
7:29 pm

TORONTO — Head coach Darko Rajakovic always bristles when asked about the expectations fans and media have for the Toronto Raptors this season.
But even he can't ignore the buzz around his team ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.
"I have a neighbour,

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