The Toronto Raptors are a Canadian professional basketball team competing in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Based in Toronto, they are the league's sole Canadian franchise since 2001 and play their home games at Scotiabank Arena.
The team is notable for its significant achievement of winning the NBA Championship in 2019, a historic victory that marked the first time a team based outside the United States secured the title in the modern era. This cemented their place as a major franchise in the league.
Recently, the Raptors have been in the news due to a series of successful performances. Coverage has highlighted their recent victory over the Charlotte Hornets, a game characterized by a strong defensive effort and key contributions from players like Scottie Barnes and Brandon Ingram. This win is part of a positive streak that has drawn media attention to the team's current form.
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