Michael Grange
@michaelgrangenba.bsky.social
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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Brandon Ingram is ready to remind the world what he can do on the court
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"What can I change, what can I control?" -- Brandon Ingram is determined to use his fresh start with the Toronto Raptors to remind the NBA that he's still a force to be reckoned with. My Big Read for Sportsnet: www.sportsnet.ca/nba/longform...
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Two years ago tonight, the Pistons lost their 13th game in a row, part of a franchise-worst 28-game losing streak.
Tonight, they won their 13th game in a row, tied for the longest win streak in franchise history.
Tonight, they won their 13th game in a row, tied for the longest win streak in franchise history.
November 25, 2025 at 4:32 AM
Two years ago tonight, the Pistons lost their 13th game in a row, part of a franchise-worst 28-game losing streak.
Tonight, they won their 13th game in a row, tied for the longest win streak in franchise history.
Tonight, they won their 13th game in a row, tied for the longest win streak in franchise history.
“There is nothing to enjoy” — the Raptors are playing their best basketball in five years, but are only focused on the process. The rest of us don’t have to be: www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
Raptors staying grounded as win streak hits eight games
The Raptors are having a season and just won their eighth straight game.
Whether they choose to enjoy it or not is on them. Everyone else doesn’t have to worry about the process, they can revel in t...
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November 25, 2025 at 1:11 PM
“There is nothing to enjoy” — the Raptors are playing their best basketball in five years, but are only focused on the process. The rest of us don’t have to be: www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
"That's winning time," -- The Raptors have been doing a lot of it lately. Against the Nets it was clinical execution down the stretch and timely bench play before that kept their streak alive: www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
Short-handed Raptors step up late to beat Nets, extend win streak to seven
After a tight game against a weak Brooklyn Nets team, the Raptors got clinical down the stretch. It was enough to send the surging team to its seventh consecutive win.
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November 24, 2025 at 12:54 PM
"That's winning time," -- The Raptors have been doing a lot of it lately. Against the Nets it was clinical execution down the stretch and timely bench play before that kept their streak alive: www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
On the Raptors Cup dreams, and why the real payoff might come this spring. Also: my convo with rising Wiz wing Kyshawn George and his @CanBball goals for ‘28 — www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
Raptors earn high-stakes opportunity with NBA Cup quarterfinals berth
The biggest development after the Raptors cruised past the Wizards was that the effort earned them a chance to play against better opponents for higher stakes.
Michael Grange has the story after Toro...
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November 22, 2025 at 1:18 PM
On the Raptors Cup dreams, and why the real payoff might come this spring. Also: my convo with rising Wiz wing Kyshawn George and his @CanBball goals for ‘28 — www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
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Looks like Jama Mahlalela is staying put in Toronto for now.
The New York Liberty have agreed on a deal to hire Golden State Warriors assistant Chris DeMarco as their new head coach, sources tell ESPN. DeMarco has been with the Warriors since 2012, winning four NBA titles. He also serves as head coach of the Bahamian men's national team.
November 21, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Looks like Jama Mahlalela is staying put in Toronto for now.
ICYMI -- On Scottie Barnes and the Raptors, and a rising tide lifting all boats:
"When we win, it’s just going to put everything else in the right perspective." -- Scottie Barnes case as part of the NBA elite is complicated by a still growing skill set that doesn't fit easy definitions. But the Raptors roll can change all that: www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
Is future superstardom in the cards for Raptors' Scottie Barnes?
It’s remarkable that now, into his fifth season, the future of Raptors Scottie Barnes remains open. Michael Grange breaks down all the possibilities.
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November 21, 2025 at 5:18 PM
ICYMI -- On Scottie Barnes and the Raptors, and a rising tide lifting all boats:
If pairing LaMelo Ball with a vet like Kon Knueppel isn't working it might be time for the Hornets to cut bait.
November 20, 2025 at 4:43 PM
If pairing LaMelo Ball with a vet like Kon Knueppel isn't working it might be time for the Hornets to cut bait.
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Next 5: vs. WASH, BKN, CLE, IND, @CHA. Nobody should count their chickens, but it's possible a lot of people are going to start talking about this team.
So many positives with the Raptors right now. Individually, schematically, metrically; however you are evaluating a team 15 games in, they look great. So fun.
November 20, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Next 5: vs. WASH, BKN, CLE, IND, @CHA. Nobody should count their chickens, but it's possible a lot of people are going to start talking about this team.
"When we win, it’s just going to put everything else in the right perspective." -- Scottie Barnes case as part of the NBA elite is complicated by a still growing skill set that doesn't fit easy definitions. But the Raptors roll can change all that: www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
Is future superstardom in the cards for Raptors' Scottie Barnes?
It’s remarkable that now, into his fifth season, the future of Raptors Scottie Barnes remains open. Michael Grange breaks down all the possibilities.
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November 20, 2025 at 4:32 PM
"When we win, it’s just going to put everything else in the right perspective." -- Scottie Barnes case as part of the NBA elite is complicated by a still growing skill set that doesn't fit easy definitions. But the Raptors roll can change all that: www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
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Raptors have downgraded Collin Murray-Boyles (knee sprain) to doubtful tonight in Philly, Ochai Agbaji is probable. Sixers will be without George, Oubre, Bona and Embiid is doubtful
November 19, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Raptors have downgraded Collin Murray-Boyles (knee sprain) to doubtful tonight in Philly, Ochai Agbaji is probable. Sixers will be without George, Oubre, Bona and Embiid is doubtful
Very cool!! Really great to be anywhere on a list in this competition. Congrats to all my super talented peers and colleagues:
🧵 Writing contest winners: Columns
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The New York Knicks, after 25 long, humbling and frustrating seasons, are back
New York basketball is back, relevant and thriving, and this just might be the beginning of what's to come.
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November 18, 2025 at 10:51 PM
Very cool!! Really great to be anywhere on a list in this competition. Congrats to all my super talented peers and colleagues:
😂 Thanks @ekoreen.bsky.social and to everyone at the academy. Amazing to be anywhere on a list with this group:
Proud of all my friends and colleagues here, except for @michaelgrangenba.bsky.social, because it's weird to be proud of your dad.
🧵 The PBWA is pleased to announce the results of the 2025 Blumenthal Memorial Writing Contest. Congrats to 1st-place winners @sichrismannix.bsky.social, @michaelvpina.bsky.social, @thompsonscribe.bsky.social, @jledwardsiii.bsky.social, @baxterholmes.bsky.social, @bannedmacmahon.bsky.social.
November 18, 2025 at 10:49 PM
😂 Thanks @ekoreen.bsky.social and to everyone at the academy. Amazing to be anywhere on a list with this group:
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The Raptors executed one winning play after the other in the final momenst against Charlotte, as their belief rises along with their position in the Eastern Conference standings: www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
Surging Raptors extend win streak with clutch plays in crunch time
When Monday's game needed to be won, the Raptors' key players all made big plays. It's a very good sign for a team making significant gains in the Eastern Conference standings.
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November 18, 2025 at 12:08 PM
The Raptors executed one winning play after the other in the final momenst against Charlotte, as their belief rises along with their position in the Eastern Conference standings: www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
The Raptors executed one winning play after the other in the final momenst against Charlotte, as their belief rises along with their position in the Eastern Conference standings: www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
Surging Raptors extend win streak with clutch plays in crunch time
When Monday's game needed to be won, the Raptors' key players all made big plays. It's a very good sign for a team making significant gains in the Eastern Conference standings.
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November 18, 2025 at 12:08 PM
The Raptors executed one winning play after the other in the final momenst against Charlotte, as their belief rises along with their position in the Eastern Conference standings: www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
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THIS IS WHAT I'VE BEEN SAYING
November 17, 2025 at 3:49 AM
THIS IS WHAT I'VE BEEN SAYING
He was the Babe Ruth of escape artists. That’s why.
Heard two references two Caleb Williams performing “Houdini” acts during the broadcast of the Bears game today. Next year will be 100 years since Harry Houdini died. We must have really fallen off in escape artist production if we don’t have any more recent examples we can use.
November 16, 2025 at 9:40 PM
He was the Babe Ruth of escape artists. That’s why.
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Heard two references two Caleb Williams performing “Houdini” acts during the broadcast of the Bears game today. Next year will be 100 years since Harry Houdini died. We must have really fallen off in escape artist production if we don’t have any more recent examples we can use.
November 16, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Heard two references two Caleb Williams performing “Houdini” acts during the broadcast of the Bears game today. Next year will be 100 years since Harry Houdini died. We must have really fallen off in escape artist production if we don’t have any more recent examples we can use.
“It’s been a long time man,” — Scottie Barnes and the Toronto Raptors are doing things that haven’t been done since his rookie season, from Indianapolis for @sportsnet590thefan.bsky.social www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
As rebuild heads to rearview, Raptors round into form with win over Pacers
Not since Feb. 1, 2022, have the Raptors been three games above .500, but with the team hitting a stride and the schedule clearing up, they have the chance to do even more.
Michael Grange has the sto...
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November 16, 2025 at 1:39 PM
“It’s been a long time man,” — Scottie Barnes and the Toronto Raptors are doing things that haven’t been done since his rookie season, from Indianapolis for @sportsnet590thefan.bsky.social www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
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Fun fact: Cooper Flagg has played 441 minutes for the Mavs this season, more than Anthony Davis has in his Mavs career (415).
November 16, 2025 at 3:37 AM
Fun fact: Cooper Flagg has played 441 minutes for the Mavs this season, more than Anthony Davis has in his Mavs career (415).
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“Everything matters, the pushes that you make, matter” - The Raptors are in position to go on a true heater over the next week
or more. They can shape their season if they take advantage — www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
or more. They can shape their season if they take advantage — www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
Raptors face tremendous opportunity as softer schedule approaches
Already at 7-5, the Toronto Raptors have a massive opportunity in their next few games to get the ball rolling as a contender in the East. Michael Grange digs into the soft upcoming schedule.
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November 15, 2025 at 3:17 PM
“Everything matters, the pushes that you make, matter” - The Raptors are in position to go on a true heater over the next week
or more. They can shape their season if they take advantage — www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
or more. They can shape their season if they take advantage — www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
“Everything matters, the pushes that you make, matter” - The Raptors are in position to go on a true heater over the next week
or more. They can shape their season if they take advantage — www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
or more. They can shape their season if they take advantage — www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
Raptors face tremendous opportunity as softer schedule approaches
Already at 7-5, the Toronto Raptors have a massive opportunity in their next few games to get the ball rolling as a contender in the East. Michael Grange digs into the soft upcoming schedule.
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November 15, 2025 at 3:17 PM
“Everything matters, the pushes that you make, matter” - The Raptors are in position to go on a true heater over the next week
or more. They can shape their season if they take advantage — www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
or more. They can shape their season if they take advantage — www.sportsnet.ca/nba/article/...
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The NBA’s all-time record for most offensive rebounds per-36 minutes over the course of a full season is :
6.6 by Moses Malone in 1979-80
Dennis Rodman’s career high was:
5.7
As of this morning, Mitchell Robinson is averaging:
13.0 offensive rebounds per-36 minutes.
13.
Thirteen
Insane
6.6 by Moses Malone in 1979-80
Dennis Rodman’s career high was:
5.7
As of this morning, Mitchell Robinson is averaging:
13.0 offensive rebounds per-36 minutes.
13.
Thirteen
Insane
November 15, 2025 at 3:07 PM
The NBA’s all-time record for most offensive rebounds per-36 minutes over the course of a full season is :
6.6 by Moses Malone in 1979-80
Dennis Rodman’s career high was:
5.7
As of this morning, Mitchell Robinson is averaging:
13.0 offensive rebounds per-36 minutes.
13.
Thirteen
Insane
6.6 by Moses Malone in 1979-80
Dennis Rodman’s career high was:
5.7
As of this morning, Mitchell Robinson is averaging:
13.0 offensive rebounds per-36 minutes.
13.
Thirteen
Insane
The Indianapolis Riviera, they call it.
November 14, 2025 at 8:01 PM
The Indianapolis Riviera, they call it.
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Scottie Barnes is the 3rd Raptors player to have 25+ points, 5+ blocks, and 5+ assists in a game, and the first since Tracy McGrady in 2000.
See the full stats here: www.sports-reference.com/stathead/tin...
See the full stats here: www.sports-reference.com/stathead/tin...
November 14, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Scottie Barnes is the 3rd Raptors player to have 25+ points, 5+ blocks, and 5+ assists in a game, and the first since Tracy McGrady in 2000.
See the full stats here: www.sports-reference.com/stathead/tin...
See the full stats here: www.sports-reference.com/stathead/tin...
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A Barnes-burner in Cleveland 🔥
@michaelgrangenba.bsky.social highlights Scottie Barnes' superstar-level performance during last night's win with @blakemurphy.bsky.social & @mattbonner.bsky.social. #WeTheNorth
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@michaelgrangenba.bsky.social highlights Scottie Barnes' superstar-level performance during last night's win with @blakemurphy.bsky.social & @mattbonner.bsky.social. #WeTheNorth
🎧 bit.ly/3EtnWbY
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November 14, 2025 at 5:25 PM
A Barnes-burner in Cleveland 🔥
@michaelgrangenba.bsky.social highlights Scottie Barnes' superstar-level performance during last night's win with @blakemurphy.bsky.social & @mattbonner.bsky.social. #WeTheNorth
🎧 bit.ly/3EtnWbY
📺 SN360 & SN+ (11am-12pm)
@michaelgrangenba.bsky.social highlights Scottie Barnes' superstar-level performance during last night's win with @blakemurphy.bsky.social & @mattbonner.bsky.social. #WeTheNorth
🎧 bit.ly/3EtnWbY
📺 SN360 & SN+ (11am-12pm)