Michael Grange

Barnes hits new heights on offence but Raptors fall to Magic

Michael Grange

Michael Grange joined Sportsnet in 2011 as a columnist for Sportsnet.ca and regular contributor to Sportsnet magazine. During his time at Sportsnet, Grange has become one of the network’s leading basketball analysts and regularly contributes to Prime Time Sports on Sportsnet 590 The FAN and Sportsnet Central.

'Winning player': RJ Barrett continuing growth in Raptors' new-look offence

Darko Rajakovic sees RJ Barrett developing into a "winning player." However, Barrett says he's always been winning and his level of play is part of his continued growth.

Raptors find blueprint for life without Leonard in win over Magic

Raptors face early test of life without Kawhi Leonard

The news about Kawhi Leonard missing time due to an issue with his left knee was both predictable and encouraging. Michael Grange explains why in his latest.

Raptors' Kawhi Leonard out at least a week with knee swelling

Forward Kawhi Leonard is set to undergo treatment and a rehabilitation program to address swelling in his left knee and will be reevaluated in a week, the team announced Tuesday.

Raptors no match for Timberwolves without Kawhi Leonard

Raptors play bigger than their size to overcome towering Wizards

The Wizards' size advantage made the Raptors' matchup with the much-improved squad interesting in the early stages of the season. Toronto won using a familiar formula, writes Michael Grange.

No more easy wins: Raptors face tougher competition as NBA pushes parity

The Raptors have hopes of reaching great heights this season, but maintaining their dominance against the bottom third of the NBA will be just as important — and significantly more difficult.

'You can't rush greatness': Leonard deliberate in Raptors' dominant opening win

New-look Raptors enter season with championship aspirations

Timing is everything in the NBA. For the new-look Toronto Raptors, the overwhelming question is whether their time is now, writes Michael Grange.