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Raptors Sign Darko Rajakovic to Multi-Year Extension

The deal locks in the coach who led Toronto back to the playoffs and signals the franchise’s push toward immediate contention under its current front office.

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Apr 1, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic gestures as he directs his players against the Sacramento Kings in the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The Toronto Raptors announced on Thursday, July 2 that head coach Darko Rajakovic agreed to a multi-year contract extension; the team did not disclose financial terms or the length of the deal.
  • Rajakovic guided Toronto to a 46-36 record in 2025-26 and a return to the playoffs, finishing with a three-season record of 101-145 as head coach.
  • General manager Bobby Webster praised Rajakovic’s player-development focus and team-first culture in the team statement, and Rajakovic said he is proud of the progress and looks forward to continuing to build toward a championship.
  • The extension follows media reports that the Raptors agreed to acquire Kawhi Leonard in a blockbuster trade; those reports are described as developing and subject to league approval rather than finalized by the NBA.
  • The move continues a recent pattern of front-office continuity in Toronto after Webster’s own extension and reflects a clear organizational bet on stability to integrate new star talent and address roster health as the team pushes for contention.