Toronto Raptors
Definition
The Toronto Raptors are a professional basketball team in the National Basketball Association (NBA), based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and known for their fierce raptor mascot inspired by Jurassic Park velociraptors.
Founded in 1995 as part of the NBA's expansion, the Raptors won their first championship in 2019, led by Kawhi Leonard, proving Canadians can hoop with the best.
Examples
The Toronto Raptors clawed their way back from a 20-point deficit, turning the game into a prehistoric rout.
Betting on the Toronto Raptors felt like wagering on dinosaurs in a horse race – unexpectedly thrilling.
My couch potato routine got upgraded when the Toronto Raptors started their winning streak; now I'm jumping like a raptor mid-leap.
The Toronto Raptors' defense was so tight, opponents needed a time machine to score.