Toronto Raptors announced their 2026‑27 active roster on July 25, 2026, laying out salaries that push the team toward the projected cap and flagging three free agents. The club’s most recent game was a 114‑102 defeat to the Cleveland Cavaliers on May 3, 2026, and recent form (last 5) reads 2W‑0D‑3L, with the last two outings lost.
Who makes up the 2026‑27 roster?
The lineup features Scottie Barnes at $41.8 million, Brandon Ingram on a $40 million deal, and Immanuel Quickley earning $32.5 million. R.J. Barrett carries a $29.6 million contract, while Jakob Poeltl is set for $19.5 million. Newcomer Gradey Dick signs for $7.1 million, and Collin Murray‑Boyles adds $6.6 million. Bench depth includes Sandro Mamukelashvili on a $2.8 million player option, Trayce Jackson‑Davis at $2.4 million team option, and Jamal Shead for $2.3 million team option. Jonathan Mogbo mirrors that figure, Allen Graves is paid $4.1 million, and Jaden Bradley’s salary remains TBD.
How do salaries shape the cap outlook?
Combined, the guaranteed salaries total roughly $210 million, edging close to the projected 2026‑27 salary cap. Barnes and Ingram alone consume nearly $82 million, limiting flexibility for mid‑season trades. The modest contracts for Dick, Murray‑Boyles and the option players provide some breathing room, but the front‑court core still commands the bulk of the payroll. Teams watching the Raptors will gauge whether they can absorb a luxury‑tax hit or must offload a piece before the trade deadline.
Which players are heading into free agency?
Three names sit on the free‑agent list: Alijah Martin, a restricted free agent; Garrett Temple, unrestricted; and A.J. Lawson, also unrestricted. Martin’s rookie deal could rise dramatically if the Raptors match any offer sheet, while Temple and Lawson bring veteran minutes that could be attractive to contenders seeking depth. Their decisions will influence the roster’s balance of experience and youth heading into the 2026‑27 season.
What does recent form suggest for the upcoming season?
The Raptors entered the offseason on a mixed note, posting a 2‑win, 3‑loss run that ended with the 114‑102 loss to Cleveland. The back‑to‑back defeats exposed defensive lapses in the paint, yet the earlier wins highlighted a potent pick‑and‑roll between Barnes and Ingram. If the coaching staff can tighten perimeter defense and improve rebounding, the roster’s high‑priced stars could translate those flashes into a playoff push. Otherwise, the salary load may force a mid‑season roster shake‑up.