Most Raptors fans have attended a game at Scotiabank Arena, seen highlights of a young Vince Carter, and of course watched every minute of the team's historic run to the 2019 NBA championship. But only die-hards remember the first Raptors game in 1995, can tell you where they were for the 2000 NBA Dunk Contest, or have camped out to get a prime viewing spot at Jurassic Park. 100 Things Raptors Fans Should Know & Do Before They Diereveals the most critical moments and important facts about past and present players, coaches, and teams that are part of the young history that is Raptors basketball. Whether you're a seasoned fan from the Chris Bosh days or a new supporter of Kyle Lowry and Kawhi Leonard, this revised and updated guide contains everything Raptors fans should know, see, and do in their lifetime.
Dave Mendoncais a writer and broadcaster whose work has appeared in theCostco Connection, theDallas Morning News, ESPN.com, FILM.com,FILMINKMagazine (Australia), theHouston Press, theSanta Monica Daily Press, andStar Wars Insider(England). He is the author ofBasketball Talk,The Way It Should Be!He lives in Markham, Ontario.
Jerome "Junkyard Dog" Williamsis a popular power forward who played for the Raptors from 2001 to 2003. He lives in Henderson, Nevada.
Matt Devlinhas been the play-by-play announcer for the Toronto Raptors of the NBA since 2008. He resides in Toronto, Ontario.
*The Toronto Raptors won their first ever NBA title 2019, electrifying a nation of basketball fans. This new edition has been updated to include their historic championship season led by stars Kawhi Leonard and Kyle Lowry.