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Master P says hip-hop needs union to help struggling stars before tragedy hits

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Raptors president Ujiri releases powerful BLM statement in response to video

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Toronto Raptors President Masai Ujiri finally speaks out about police assault after NBA Finals

Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri comments about the altercation between him and a sheriff’s deputy after Game 6 of the NBA Finals in Golden State.
/ June 26, 2019

Was Beyonce throwing epic shade at woman leaning over her to talk to Jay-Z during NBA Finals?

Beyonce and Jay-Z came out to enjoy Game 3 of the basketball battle between the Toronto Raptors and the Golden State Warriors but it was the Queen Bee’s epic shade toward Becky with the long hair that took center stage at the Oracle Arena.
/ June 6, 2019
Former President of the United States, Barack Obama waves to the crowd during Game Two of the 2019 NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena on June 02, 2019 in Toronto, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

How President Obama received a hero’s welcome and upstaged Drake at NBA Finals

On Sunday, the former commander-in-chief, Barack Obama, was hailed like a hero with a standing ovation during Game 2 of the NBA Finals at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Canada.
/ June 3, 2019
Rapper Drake is seen wearing a Dell Curry jersey before Game One of the 2019 NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena on May 30, 2019 in Toronto, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images)

Drake gets in his feelings and trash talks Draymond Green during Game one of NBA Finals

It was the North’s night and Superfan Drake was on the sidelines during the NBA Finals as the Toronto Raptors handled the Golden State Warriors and won Game one. –Drake trades petty jabs with Gucci mane over Raptors Ea…
/ May 31, 2019
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Drake trades petty jabs with Gucci mane over Raptors Eastern Conference title win

Probably as close as a a celebrity fan can get to being a booster, Drake made it a point to poke fun at fellow MC Gucci Mane who was behind Milwaukee
/ May 27, 2019
BOSTON, MA - NOVEMBER 16: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Toronto Raptors looks on during the first half against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on November 16, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Tim Bradbury/Getty Images)

Toronto Raptors Kawhi Leonard’s New Balance deal sparks tweetstorm

Kawhi Leonard, the superstar forward who is in his first season with the Toronto Raptors, has agreed to a new […]
/ November 28, 2018
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

Drake-inspired lint rollers handed out at Toronto Raptors game

E! Online — Toronto Raptors hand out lint rollers after Drake .gif goes viral…
/ May 2, 2014
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

Drake's 'Nothing Was The Same' debuts at No.1

theGRIO REPORT – This is the the third straight number one album for the Canadian and will be the second largest sales week in 2013 following Justin Timberlake’s 20/20 Experience debut…
/ October 2, 2013
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

10 music acts who'd make great creative directors for sports teams

theGRIO SLIDESHOW – With his new album releasing to much fanfare, rapper Drake looks to keep his momentum going by closing out 2013 by being named the ‘global ambassador’ for the Toronto Raptors NBA franchise…
/ October 1, 2013
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

Toronto Raptors name Drake 'global ambassador'

theGRIO REPORT – Monday, the Toronto Raptors named Drake its new ‘global ambassador’…
/ September 30, 2013
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

Miami Heat win 22nd straight, tied for second longest streak in NBA history

TORONTO (AP) — The Miami Heat equaled the second-longest winning streak in NBA history Sunday, pulling away in the fourth quarter Sunday to beat the Toronto Raptors 108-91 for their 22nd consecutive victory.
/ March 18, 2013
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

Beyoncé and Jay-Z cheer on Brooklyn Nets

theGRIO SLIDESHOW – Over the weekend Jay-Z and Beyoncé made an appearance at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn to celebrate the Nets season opener game against the Toronto Raptors….
/ November 5, 2012
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

Bosh reaping business benefits of Heat signing

NEW YORK (AP) – Standing in front of his new milk mustache ad, a sure cultural sign of celebrity, Chris Bosh was asked if the opportunity came about after he signed with the Miami Heat…
/ August 11, 2010
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

Raptors GM claims Bosh ‘checked out’ last season

TORONTO (AP) – Talking on radio station FAN 590 in Toronto, Bryan Colangelo said Bosh wasn’t the same player toward the end of the year…
/ July 28, 2010
Luther Vandross was outed as gay after his death.

Bosh says free-agency is 'scary but … exciting'

BRISTOL, Conn. (AP) – Chris Bosh keeps getting asked about his future. He still doesn’t have an answer…
/ June 24, 2010