Toronto Raptors Unveil 2024-25 Regular Season Schedule

The Toronto Raptors have officially released their 2024-25 regular season schedule, marking the team’s 30th year in the NBA. The Raptors will tip off their milestone season at Scotiabank Arena on Wednesday, October 23, against the Cleveland Cavaliers. This opener will be the 13th consecutive season that the Raptors begin their regular season at home, continuing a long-standing tradition for the franchise.

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Key Dates and Matchups

Home Opener: The Raptors will face the Cleveland Cavaliers on October 23 at Scotiabank Arena.
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Road Debut: Toronto’s first away game is set for Saturday, October 26, against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
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Emirates NBA Cup Impact: Due to the integration of the 2024 Emirates NBA Cup, the regular season schedule includes 80 games. The remaining two games will be announced after the conclusion of the Group Play games in mid-December.

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Exciting Matchups to Watch

Giants of Africa Game: On December 5, the Raptors will host the Oklahoma City Thunder in the 10th annual Giants of Africa Game, a tribute to Nelson Mandela’s legacy.
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‍Nikola Jokic & Denver Nuggets: The reigning MVP, Nikola Jokic, and the Denver Nuggets will visit Toronto on October 28.

‍LeBron James & Los Angeles Lakers: The Raptors will welcome LeBron James and the Lakers on November 1.
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‍NBA Champions, Boston Celtics: Toronto will face the Celtics twice at home—January 15 and February 25.

‍Victor Wembanyama & San Antonio Spurs: The Raptors will host the 2023-24 Rookie of the Year, Victor Wembanyama, and the Spurs on March 23.

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Season Structure

Toronto’s schedule is balanced with a mix of home and away games across various divisions. Key features include:

‍Divisional Play: The Raptors will compete in the Atlantic Division for the 21st season, facing familiar foes like the Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, New York Knicks, and Philadelphia 76ers.

‍Longest Homestand: The team will enjoy a five-game homestand from December 1-9, providing fans with an extended period to catch the Raptors in action at Scotiabank Arena.

‍Longest Road Trip: A challenging five-game road trip will take place from November 4-12, including matchups against Denver, Sacramento, and both Los Angeles teams.

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Back-to-Back Games

The 2024-25 season includes 15 back-to-back games, one more than last season. These sets will test the Raptors’ endurance and depth, with a mix of home and away sequences.

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Television Coverage

The Raptors are set to make a national television appearance on ESPN when they visit the New York Knicks on January 8. Details of the local television broadcast schedule will be shared at a later date.

For a detailed look at the full schedule, including game dates and times, visit our Raptors Schedule page.

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