The 2015-16 Toronto Raptors season marked a significant milestone in the franchise’s history. Under the guidance of head coach Dwane Casey, the Raptors finished the regular season with a franchise-best 56-26 record, securing the second seed in the Eastern Conference. This performance was spearheaded by the backcourt duo of DeMar DeRozan and Kyle Lowry, who both earned All-Star selections.
In the playoffs, the Raptors demonstrated resilience by defeating the Indiana Pacers in a grueling seven-game series in the first round. They continued their strong form by overcoming the Miami Heat in another seven-game battle during the Eastern Conference Semifinals. This success led Toronto to its first-ever Eastern Conference Finals appearance, where they faced the Cleveland Cavaliers. Despite a spirited effort, the Raptors fell to the eventual NBA champions in six games. This season was a significant step forward for the franchise, setting a new standard for success and fan engagement in Toronto.
- Regular Season Record: 56-26
- Playoff Result: Eastern Conference First Round: 4-3, Eastern Conference Semifinals: 4-3, Eastern Conference Finals: 2-4
Toronto Raptors Roster and Stats for 2015-16 Season
| Regular Season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Player | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% |
| DeMar DeRozan | 78 | 23.5 | 4.5 | 4.0 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 33.8 | 20 | 20.9 | 4.2 | 2.7 | 1.1 | 0.2 | 15.4 |
| Kyle Lowry | 77 | 21.2 | 4.7 | 6.4 | 2.1 | 0.4 | 38.8 | 20 | 19.1 | 4.7 | 5.9 | 1.6 | 0.2 | 30.4 |
| Jonas Valančiūnas | 60 | 12.8 | 9.1 | 0.7 | 0.4 | 1.3 | 0.0 | 12 | 13.8 | 10.8 | 0.9 | 0.8 | 1.2 | 0.0 |
| DeMarre Carroll | 26 | 11.0 | 4.7 | 1.0 | 1.7 | 0.2 | 39.0 | 20 | 8.9 | 4.1 | 0.9 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 32.9 |
| Terrence Ross | 73 | 9.9 | 2.5 | 0.8 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 38.6 | 20 | 6.3 | 1.6 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 32.8 |
| Luis Scola | 76 | 8.7 | 4.7 | 0.9 | 0.6 | 0.4 | 40.4 | 11 | 2.5 | 1.6 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 19.0 |
| Cory Joseph | 80 | 8.5 | 2.6 | 3.1 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 27.3 | 20 | 8.5 | 2.0 | 2.3 | 0.9 | 0.1 | 33.3 |
| Patrick Patterson | 79 | 6.9 | 4.3 | 1.2 | 0.7 | 0.4 | 36.2 | 20 | 7.7 | 3.8 | 1.2 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 30.0 |
| Norman Powell | 49 | 5.6 | 2.3 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 40.5 | 18 | 3.8 | 1.5 | 0.3 | 0.7 | 0.1 | 26.9 |
| Bismack Biyombo | 82 | 5.5 | 8.0 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 1.6 | 0.0 | 20 | 6.2 | 9.4 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 1.4 | 0.0 |
| James Johnson | 57 | 5.0 | 2.2 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 0.6 | 30.3 | 10 | 3.0 | 1.5 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 44.4 |
| Jason Thompson | 19 | 4.6 | 4.2 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.6 | 33.3 | 10 | 0.8 | 1.1 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0.1 | 0.0 |
| Delon Wright | 27 | 3.8 | 1.4 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 38.5 | 9 | 1.6 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Lucas Nogueira | 29 | 2.2 | 1.6 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 33.4 | 5 | 1.2 | 1.6 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Anthony Bennett | 19 | 1.5 | 1.2 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 21.4 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Bruno Caboclo | 6 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 14.3 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Toronto Raptors in the 2016 NBA Playoffs
Playoffs First Round vs. Indiana Pacers
In the first round of the 2016 NBA Playoffs, the Toronto Raptors faced a tough challenge against the Indiana Pacers, ultimately prevailing in a hard-fought seven-game series. Led by the dynamic backcourt duo of Kyle Lowry and DeMar DeRozan, the Raptors showcased resilience and defensive grit to clinch their first playoff series win since 2001. This victory marked a significant stepping stone for the franchise, setting the stage for deeper playoff runs in the subsequent years.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 16, 2016 | vs. Indiana Pacers | L 100-90 | |
| Apr 18, 2016 | vs. Indiana Pacers | W 98-87 | |
| Apr 21, 2016 | @ Indiana Pacers | W 101-85 | |
| Apr 23, 2016 | @ Indiana Pacers | L 100-83 | |
| Apr 26, 2016 | vs. Indiana Pacers | W 102-99 | |
| Apr 29, 2016 | @ Indiana Pacers | L 101-83 | |
| May 01, 2016 | vs. Indiana Pacers | W 89-84 |
Playoffs Second Round vs. Miami Heat
In the 2016 NBA Playoffs, the Toronto Raptors won a thrilling seven-game series against the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Led by the dynamic duo of Kyle Lowry and DeMar DeRozan, the Raptors' resilient performance was highlighted by their ability to outlast Miami in a grueling, back-and-forth contest that saw three games go into overtime. This victory marked Toronto's first-ever trip to the Eastern Conference Finals, signaling a significant milestone in the franchise's history.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 03, 2016 | vs. Miami Heat | L 102-96 | |
| May 05, 2016 | vs. Miami Heat | W 96-92 | |
| May 07, 2016 | @ Miami Heat | W 95-91 | |
| May 09, 2016 | @ Miami Heat | L 94-87 | |
| May 11, 2016 | vs. Miami Heat | W 99-91 | |
| May 13, 2016 | @ Miami Heat | L 103-91 | |
| May 15, 2016 | vs. Miami Heat | W 116-89 |
2016 Conference Championship vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
In the 2016 NBA Playoffs, the Toronto Raptors made a historic run to the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in franchise history, facing off against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Despite a spirited effort, highlighted by standout performances from Kyle Lowry and DeMar DeRozan, the Raptors ultimately fell in six games to a Cavaliers team driven by LeBron James' dominance. This deep playoff push marked a turning point for the Raptors, solidifying their status as a formidable force in the Eastern Conference.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 17, 2016 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | L 115-84 | |
| May 19, 2016 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | L 108-89 | |
| May 21, 2016 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 99-84 | |
| May 23, 2016 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 105-99 | |
| May 25, 2016 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | L 116-78 | |
| May 27, 2016 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | L 113-87 |
Toronto Raptors 2015-16 Regular Season Game Log
Here is the game log for the 2015-16 season for the Toronto Raptors.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2015 | vs. Indiana Pacers | W 106-99 | |
| Oct 30, 2015 | @ Boston Celtics | W 113-103 | |
| Nov 01, 2015 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | W 106-87 | |
| Nov 03, 2015 | @ Dallas Mavericks | W 102-91 | |
| Nov 04, 2015 | @ Oklahoma City Thunder | W 103-98 | |
| Nov 06, 2015 | @ Orlando Magic | L 92-87 | |
| Nov 08, 2015 | @ Miami Heat | L 96-76 | |
| Nov 10, 2015 | vs. New York Knicks | L 111-109 | |
| Nov 11, 2015 | @ Philadelphia 76ers | W 119-103 | |
| Nov 13, 2015 | vs. New Orleans Pelicans | W 100-81 | |
| Nov 15, 2015 | @ Sacramento Kings | L 107-101 | |
| Nov 17, 2015 | @ Golden State Warriors | L 115-110 | |
| Nov 18, 2015 | @ Utah Jazz | L 93-89 | |
| Nov 20, 2015 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | W 102-91 | |
| Nov 22, 2015 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | W 91-80 | |
| Nov 25, 2015 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 103-99 | |
| Nov 28, 2015 | @ Washington Wizards | W 84-82 | |
| Nov 29, 2015 | vs. Phoenix Suns | L 107-102 | |
| Dec 02, 2015 | @ Atlanta Hawks | W 96-86 | |
| Dec 03, 2015 | vs. Denver Nuggets | L 106-105 | |
| Dec 05, 2015 | vs. Golden State Warriors | L 112-109 | |
| Dec 07, 2015 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 102-93 | |
| Dec 09, 2015 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 97-94 | |
| Dec 11, 2015 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | W 90-83 | |
| Dec 13, 2015 | vs. Philadelphia 76ers | W 96-76 | |
| Dec 14, 2015 | @ Indiana Pacers | L 106-90 | |
| Dec 17, 2015 | @ Charlotte Hornets | L 109-99 | |
| Dec 18, 2015 | @ Miami Heat | W 108-94 | |
| Dec 20, 2015 | vs. Sacramento Kings | L 104-94 | |
| Dec 22, 2015 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | W 103-99 | |
| Dec 26, 2015 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | W 111-90 | |
| Dec 28, 2015 | @ Chicago Bulls | L 104-97 | |
| Dec 30, 2015 | vs. Washington Wizards | W 94-91 | |
| Jan 01, 2016 | vs. Charlotte Hornets | W 104-94 | |
| Jan 03, 2016 | vs. Chicago Bulls | L 115-113 | |
| Jan 04, 2016 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | L 122-100 | |
| Jan 06, 2016 | @ Brooklyn Nets | W 91-74 | |
| Jan 08, 2016 | @ Washington Wizards | W 97-88 | |
| Jan 09, 2016 | @ Philadelphia 76ers | W 108-95 | |
| Jan 14, 2016 | @ Orlando Magic | W 106-103 | |
| Jan 18, 2016 | vs. Brooklyn Nets | W 112-100 | |
| Jan 20, 2016 | vs. Boston Celtics | W 115-109 | |
| Jan 22, 2016 | vs. Miami Heat | W 101-81 | |
| Jan 24, 2016 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers | W 112-94 | |
| Jan 26, 2016 | vs. Washington Wizards | W 106-89 | |
| Jan 28, 2016 | vs. New York Knicks | W 103-93 | |
| Jan 30, 2016 | vs. Detroit Pistons | W 111-107 | |
| Feb 01, 2016 | @ Denver Nuggets | L 112-93 | |
| Feb 02, 2016 | @ Phoenix Suns | W 104-97 | |
| Feb 04, 2016 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | W 110-103 | |
| Feb 08, 2016 | @ Detroit Pistons | W 103-89 | |
| Feb 10, 2016 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | L 117-112 | |
| Feb 19, 2016 | @ Chicago Bulls | L 116-106 | |
| Feb 21, 2016 | vs. Memphis Grizzlies | W 98-85 | |
| Feb 22, 2016 | @ New York Knicks | W 122-95 | |
| Feb 24, 2016 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | W 114-105 | |
| Feb 26, 2016 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 99-97 | |
| Feb 28, 2016 | @ Detroit Pistons | L 114-101 | |
| Mar 02, 2016 | vs. Utah Jazz | W 104-94 | |
| Mar 04, 2016 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | W 117-115 | |
| Mar 06, 2016 | vs. Houston Rockets | L 113-107 | |
| Mar 08, 2016 | vs. Brooklyn Nets | W 104-99 | |
| Mar 10, 2016 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | W 104-96 | |
| Mar 12, 2016 | vs. Miami Heat | W 112-104 | |
| Mar 14, 2016 | vs. Chicago Bulls | L 109-107 | |
| Mar 15, 2016 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | W 107-89 | |
| Mar 17, 2016 | @ Indiana Pacers | W 101-94 | |
| Mar 18, 2016 | vs. Boston Celtics | W 105-91 | |
| Mar 20, 2016 | vs. Orlando Magic | W 105-100 | |
| Mar 23, 2016 | @ Boston Celtics | L 91-79 | |
| Mar 25, 2016 | @ Houston Rockets | L 112-109 | |
| Mar 26, 2016 | @ New Orleans Pelicans | W 115-91 | |
| Mar 28, 2016 | vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | L 119-100 | |
| Mar 30, 2016 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | W 105-97 | |
| Apr 01, 2016 | @ Memphis Grizzlies | W 99-95 | |
| Apr 02, 2016 | @ San Antonio Spurs | L 102-95 | |
| Apr 05, 2016 | vs. Charlotte Hornets | W 96-90 | |
| Apr 07, 2016 | @ Atlanta Hawks | L 95-87 | |
| Apr 08, 2016 | vs. Indiana Pacers | W 111-98 | |
| Apr 10, 2016 | @ New York Knicks | W 93-89 | |
| Apr 12, 2016 | vs. Philadelphia 76ers | W 122-98 | |
| Apr 13, 2016 | @ Brooklyn Nets | W 103-96 |