The summer of 2019 was the shortest offseason on record for the Toronto Raptors. It was also the most thrilling champagne-soaked three-month-long party in franchise history.
After parading the Larry O’Brien trophy around the globe, the Raps begin their title defence on Tuesday when they kick off the 2019-20 season against the New Orleans Pelicans.
While the Raptors players didn’t get much down time during the offseason, judging by their social feeds, they made the most of their time off this summer.
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To get you ready for a new season, here’s your guide to following every Raptors player on Instagram.
Kyle Lowry
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The longest tenured member of the Raptors put pen to paper and signed a $31 million contract extension to keep him in Toronto through the 2020-21 season.
On Instagram, Lowry keeps a low profile, and he posts mostly about his kids, but like everybody on this list, North Philly’s finest took time to get a photo with the Larry O’B.
Pascal Siakam
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Pascal Siakam also signed a new contract extension, securing a 4-year, $130 million max extension to keep him in a Raptors uniform through the 2023-24 season.
After the departure of Kawhi Leonard, all eyes will be focused on Siakam and whether he can take the next step towards becoming an All-NBA Team player.
Serge Ibaka
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Without question, Serge Ibaka boasts the most entertaining Instagram feed of any player on the Raptors roster. Whether he’s posting clips from his “How Hungry Are You?” show or showing off his stellar dance moves, the Raps big man has his Instagram game on lock.
Fred VanVleet
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Fred VanVleet bet on himself and won big this past year. He spent the summer vacationing, running basketball camps and even got a key to the city in his hometown of Rockford, Illinois.
Marc Gasol
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After spending the first 11 seasons of his career as a member of the Memphis Grizzlies, Marc Gasol caught Raptors fever and exercised his player option to remain in Toronto for one more year.
By now, he’s likely recovered from the Raptors championship parade and ready to go for the 2019-20 season.
OG Anunoby
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OG Anunoby’s 2019-20 season came to a crashing halt because of a ruptured appendix which sidelined him from the playoffs. He’s back and healthy and ready to contribute to the Raptors this year.
Anunoby has been relatively dormant on Instagram, though, and hasn’t posted since 2018.
Norman Powell
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Norman Powell was a bench player for most of last season (he only started three games), but posted career highs in points per game and field goal percentage. Powell looks to lead the Raptors bench mob back to prominence this season.
Chris Boucher
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Chris Boucher posted solid numbers in his rookie campaign with the Raptors and hopes to build upon his resume, entering his sophomore season in Toronto.
Terence Davis Jr.
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At 22 years old, Terence Davis Jr. figures to be the youngest player on the Raptors this year. He’s come a long way in a short time, having gone undrafted in the 2019 NBA draft, to signing a two-year deal with the Raps.
Patrick McCaw
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At 23 years old, Patrick McCaw is the most decorated member of the Toronto Raptors roster. With three NBA titles in his first three seasons in the league, McCaw hopes to become the only active NBA player win more than three championship rings.
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson
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Rondae Hollis-Jefferson spent the first four years of his career with the Brooklyn Nets, but signed a one-year $2.5 million contract with the champs this past summer. If you can’t beat ’em, join ’em, right?
Malcolm Miller
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Malcolm Miller is among the many youngsters looking to take the next step forward on this team. His numbers have steadily increased since making his NBA debut in 2017.
Matt Thomas
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At 25 years old, Matt Thomas cracks the Raptors Opening Night roster and will make his NBA debut this season.
Dewan Hernandez
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It didn’t take Dewan Hernandez very long to rush his way through Toronto’s system. The 22-year-old was drafted earlier this June, signed in July and he’ll take the floor for Opening Night at Scotiabank Arena on Tuesday.
Stanley Johnson
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Stanley Johnson comes to the Raptors with four years of NBA experience. He made tours with the Detroit Pistons and New Orleans Pelicans before settling with the Raps earlier this July.
Oshae Brissett
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Oshae Brissett has the distinction of being the only Canadian-born player on the Raptors this season. He’s one of the Raptors’ two-way players who will split their time between the Raptors 905 and the big league roster.
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