CHRIS BOUCHER NEWS

Adds 24 points off bench Boucher had 24 points (9-13 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five rebounds and one assist across 25 minutes during Saturday's 131-128 overtime victory over the Kings.

Impact Boucher was finally able to capitalize on his recent uptick in playing time, posting a season-high 24 points while drilling 69.2 percent of his attempts from the field. The opportunities should continue to be there for the 31-year-old until Scottie Barnes (orbital) returns to health, which could be at least a few more weeks.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Barrett scores 31, Boucher has season-high 24 in Raptors' 131-128 overtime win over Kings

RJ Barrett scored 31 points, Chris Boucher had a season-high 24, and the Toronto Raptors snapped a four-game losing streak by beating the Sacramento Kings 131-128 in overtime

1 DAY AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Empty performance Friday Boucher chipped in nine points (3-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two rebounds and one assist over 14 minutes during Friday's 131-125 loss to the Lakers.

Impact Boucher continues to play a handful of extra minutes due to injuries, although he has been unable to make the most of his opportunity. The fact he is not measuring up even with three key pieces sidelined does not bode well for his production moving forward. At this point, it appears as though his best days are behind him.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Leads team in scoring Boucher finished Wednesday's 136-106 loss to Cleveland with 18 points (5-9 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 4-6 FT), two rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 20 minutes.

Impact Boucher's efficient shooting from behind the arc helped him lead the Raptors in scoring despite coming off the bench. If Kelly Olynyk (back) misses more time, Boucher should continue to operate as a primary backup in Toronto's frontcourt.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Mobley scores 25, Mitchell adds 21 as Cavaliers rout Raptors 136-106 in season opener

Evan Mobley scored 25 points, Donovan Mitchell had 21 and the Cleveland Cavaliers routed the Toronto Raptors 136-106

OCTOBER 24 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not on injury report Boucher (knee) will be available for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact After missing Friday's preseason game against the Nets with a mild contusion, Boucher isn't listed on the official injury report. With Kelly Olynyk (back) sidelined Wednesday, Boucher could get the backup center minutes behind Jakob Poeltl, putting him on the streaming radar.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with knee injury Boucher will not return to Friday's preseason matchup with the Nets due to a right knee contusion, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact The severity of Boucher's injury is not known at this time. He accumulated 10 points (3-8 FG, 2-4 3PT, 2-2 FT), one rebound, one assist and one steal before exiting. When healthy, he is expected to provide frontcourt depth for the Raptors this season.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Drops 22 points in preseason loss Boucher tallied 22 points (7-10 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT) and seven rebounds in 18 minutes during Friday's preseason loss to the Wizards.

Impact Boucher turned back the clock in the loss, scoring a team-high 22 points. Following periods of fantasy relevance, Boucher has fallen off a cliff in recent seasons, struggling to play a consistent role for the Raptors. Although this was a trip down memory lane, it does not mean managers should lean into the nostalgia come draft day.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Leads bench with 13 points Boucher finished Sunday's 125-98 preseason win over the Wizards with 13 points (5-9 FG, 3-5 3Pt), six rebounds and one block across 18 minutes.

Impact Boucher was one of seven Raptors players to score in double digits Sunday, five of which came off the bench. He saw his playing time dip during the 2023-24 campaign compared to previous seasons, but the 31-year-old Boucher is looking to make a larger impact off the bench for the upcoming year.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Improved mindset for 2024-25 Boucher (knee) has done a lot of work this offseason to ensure his mind is in the right place to start the 2024-25 campaign, Michael Grange of sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Boucher was reportedly upset with his role last season, averaging just 6.4 points and 4.1 rebounds in 14.1 minutes across 50 appearances, all of which were coming off the bench. While Boucher isn't necessarily slated for an increased role in 2024-25, it seems as though the 31-year-old big man is more willing to accept a depth role.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Boucher (knee) is out for Sunday's game against the Heat, Ryan Wolstat of the Toronto Sun reports.

Impact Boucher last played on March 9, when he recorded 16 points and eight rebounds across 31 minutes in a road loss to the Trail Blazers. The big man missed Toronto's final 18 contests, and he finished the campaign with averages of 6.4 points, 4.1 rebounds and 0.5 blocks per game across 50 appearances off the bench. From a statistical perspective, this was Boucher's worst year in the league since the 2018-19 campaign, his second campaign in The Association.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Nets Boucher (knee) will not play against the Nets on Wednesday, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.

Impact No surprise here, as Boucher is considered out indefinitely after suffering a partial MCL tear in his right knee in early March.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Out indefinitely Boucher (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Lakers and remains out indefinitely, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Boucher suffered a partial MCL tear in his right knee in early March and doesn't have a return timetable. It wouldn't be surprising if Boucher misses the rest of the 2023-24 regular season.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Raptors Share Timeline For Chris Boucher's Injury Recovery The Toronto Raptors say Chris Boucher will need six to eight weeks to recover from a partial MCL tear likely ending his season

MARCH 16 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Sustains MCL damage Boucher has suffered a partial MCL tear in his right knee and will undergo further testing in coming days, Kayla Grey of TSN reports.

Impact Boucher is expected to recover without requiring surgery, but more light will be shed on the severity of his injury following testing. Boucher may be dealing with a minor tear, and even if his recovery could be quickened by opting for the surgical path, his decision to heal naturally would be unsurprising in the context of Toronto's 23-41 record and 12th place standing in the Eastern Conference. The 31-year-old is coming off back-to-back double-digit scoring performances, but he has struggled to produce relevant output even after Precious Achiuwa was traded to New York in February.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Denver Boucher (knee) will not play in Monday's game versus Denver, Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact The Raptors are expected to be very shorthanded Monday, as Boucher joins Gary Trent (groin) and Immanuel Quickley (hip) on the sidelines. Kelly Olynyk will likely play significant minutes, while Jalen McDaniels could step into a larger role as well.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with bruised knee Boucher is listed as questionable for Monday's game at Denver due to a bruised right knee.

Impact Boucher has stepped up over the last two games with Toronto missing key pieces in Scottie Barnes (hand) and Jakob Poeltl (finger), but he could be in danger of missing the first of the Raptors' four games in the week ahead. If Boucher is cleared to play, he should make for a relatively appealing streaming option given that he's totaled 27 points, 17 rebounds, four assists and three blocks over his last two games (55 total minutes). Keep an eye out for an update at shootaround Monday morning.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 16 points from bench Boucher finished Saturday's 128-118 overtime loss to the Trail Blazers with 16 points (4-5 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 6-6 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and three blocks in 31 minutes.

Impact Boucher provided much-needed size and agility to the interior during the loss. Recently, he has played well off the bench during Scottie Barnes' (hand) absence but he has also dealt with his own injuries, minimizing what would have otherwise been golden opportunities with Barnes and Jakob Poeltl (finger) absent. Considering his average of 27.5 minutes over the past two games, Boucher's increased usage should continue if he can stay healthy.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Boucher's Tenure with the Raptors is Nearing an End Chris Boucher has been a constant for the Toronto Raptors for years now but his time with the organization appears to be nearing an end

MARCH 7 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Good to go against Golden State Boucher (illness) is available for Friday's game versus the Warriors.

Impact Boucher has been upgraded from questionable to available Friday despite dealing with an illness. However, the 30-year-old forward has been largely left out of Toronto's rotation.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Friday Boucher (illness) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Warriors.

Impact Boucher is in danger of missing his second straight contest Friday due to a non-COVID illness. However, his potential absence won't impact Toronto's rotation.

FEBRUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Boucher (illness) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Mavericks, Eric Koreen of The Athletic reports.

Impact Boucher is not a consistent part of the rotation, so his absence from the active roster will not impact fantasy hoops. His next chance to play will come Friday against the Warriors.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy due to illness Boucher (illness) is questionable for Wednesday's game versus Dallas.

Impact Boucher has been a fringe rotation player for the Raptors, making just three brief appearances in February. His status doesn't carry many fantasy implications.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Raptors Coach Talks About Chris Boucher's Role in Toronto The Toronto Raptors want Chris Boucher to stay ready as a veteran whose number could be called at any moment this season

FEBRUARY 13 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

NBA Trade Deadline: Chris Boucher Could Make Sense for the OKC Thunder The Thunder typically make some movement at the trade deadline, and the Raptors could be the perfect trade partner.

FEBRUARY 8 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM