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Raptors by the (cap) numbers

Hedo Turkoglu of the Orlando Magic celebrates.

Blair Facts

Celebrate Turkoglu signing

Life after Bosh should be considered when analyzing the Raptors' latest signing

Katherine and Michelle Plouffe of Edmonton Alberta pose for a photo after basketball practice at McMaster University in Hamilton.

Cutbacks hit future stars

Budget tightening has scrapped program that brings talented Canadian youth together to train in Hamilton

Newly signed Toronto Raptors forward Hedo Turkoglu smiles during his introductory news conference in Toronto on Thursday

Raptors confirm multiple deals

Turkoglu sign-and-trade with Orlando a done deal while Colangelo also acquires George and Wright

Hill staying with Suns

Agent says veteran forward decides to remain in Phoenix rather than sign with Celtics or Knicks

Thompson's 18 points not enough

Canada eliminated from medal contention at under-19 world championships following 93-73 loss to Americans

Grizzlies quick to waive Stackhouse

Veteran forward is given his walking papers the day after he's acquired in four-team, eight-player trade

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Bigger and better

Raptors star Chris Bosh bulks up with an eye to improving his game – and his next contract

Chris Bosh wants the maximum in his next contract.
Nash rekindles his soccer jones

Two-time NBA MVP is serious about pursuing a professional soccer career when basketball days are over

Steve Nash playing soccer with members of the media during the MLS All Star Media Game at BMO Field on July 24, 2008 in Toronto, Canada.
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Bosh won't sign extension

Four-time all-star says he'll seek a long-term contract in Toronto or elsewhere in summer of 2010, and new deal will be for “max” money

Chris Bosh said Thursday that will be looking for the maximum allowable amount under the NBA salary cap when he seeks a new contract in 2010.

Jackson could be the best ever

But even with a record 10th NBA title, the Zen Master polarizes opinion like no other coach

Los Angeles Lakers coach Phil Jackson during a practice session at the Staples Center in Los Angeles on June 3, 2009.