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Raptors Host Nuggets in 2025 NBA Canada Series Opener

10/6/2025

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Summary

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The 2025 NBA Canada Series opens October 6 with the Toronto Raptors and Denver Nuggets at Rogers Arena.
Denver Nuggets added Cam Johnson and Jonas Valanciunas, while Brandon Ingram and Collin Murray-Boyles will debut for the Toronto Raptors.
The Toronto Raptors own a 12-2 series edge, winning six straight since their 2016 loss to Denver Nuggets.

History

Historical Context

The NBA Canada Series began in 2016, building on earlier efforts to popularize basketball in Canada, including the Naismith Cup from 1995 to 2000. The Toronto Raptors have excelled in this series, boasting a 12-2 record against the Denver Nuggets. This rivalry underscores the growing competitiveness and fan engagement in Canadian basketball, reflecting the sport's expanding influence in the country.

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Story summary

The 2025 NBA Canada Series opens October 6 with the Toronto Raptors and Denver Nuggets at Rogers Arena.
Denver Nuggets added Cam Johnson and Jonas Valanciunas, while Brandon Ingram and Collin Murray-Boyles will debut for the Toronto Raptors.
The Toronto Raptors own a 12-2 series edge, winning six straight since their 2016 loss to Denver Nuggets.

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