CHRIS BOUCHER NEWS

Agbaji and Barnes lead the Raptors to a 104-101 win over the Warriors

Ochai Agbaji scored the go-ahead basket with 1:33 left in the fourth quarter and the Toronto Raptors rallied to beat the Golden State Warriors 104-101

JANUARY 14 • Associated Press

Dazzles off bench despite defeat Boucher produced 23 points (9-14 FG, 5-8 3Pt), 12 rebounds, one block and one steal over 27 minutes during Thursday's 132-126 loss to Cleveland.

Impact The Raptors might have lost to the Cavaliers on Thursday, but Boucher had an impressive performance off the bench. The big man drained a season-high five threes en route to posting his second-best scoring mark of the campaign, as well as a season-best output in rebounds. Boucher has scored in double digits in his last two games, as well as in five of his previous eight, but he won't have a lot of upside if he continues to see under 20 minutes per game on a steady basis.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Darius Garland scores season-high 40 points, Cavaliers beat Raptors 132-126 for 12th straight win

Darius Garland scored a season-high 40 points, Jarrett Allen had 18 points and 15 rebounds, and the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Toronto Raptors 132-126 to extend their...

JANUARY 10 • Associated Press

Used sparingly in win Boucher registered three points (1-2 FG, 1-2 3Pt) and one rebound across five minutes during Wednesday's 130-113 win over the Nets.

Impact Boucher barely touched the floor, shifting down in the rotation with the Raptors now presenting a relatively healthy roster. Assuming the team can remain largely injury-free, Boucher will likely struggle to play meaningful minutes on a nightly basis.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Grizzlies set team scoring record in 155-126 rout of Raptors behind Edey and Jackson

Jaren Jackson Jr. had 21 points, 11 rebounds and three blocks, Zach Edey also scored 21 points and grabbed 16 rebounds, and the Memphis Grizzlies set a franchise scoring record in...

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • Associated Press

Steps up with efficient 16 points Boucher totaled 16 points (5-6 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist, one block and three steals across 19 minutes during Monday's 139-125 loss to New York.

Impact With starting center Jakob Poeltl (groin) out Monday, Boucher stepped up for the Raptors with an efficient 16 points as well as a full stat line off the bench. Through his last 12 contests, Boucher is averaging 9.5 points, 4.1 rebounds, 0.9 steals and 1.1 three-pointers in 17.6 minutes. If Poeltl misses Toronto's next game Thursday against Memphis, Boucher would be worth streaming in deep fantasy leagues for a decent dose of boards, triples and defensive stats, but he'd still likely remain in a timeshare with Jonathan Mogbo and Kelly Olynyk at the five.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Brooks scores 27 points as Rockets beat Raptors 114-110 for first win in Toronto since 2019

Dillon Brooks scored 27 points, Jalen Green had 22 and the Houston Rockets won in Toronto for the first time in more than five years by beating the struggling Raptors 114-110

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • Associated Press

Double-doubles off bench Boucher provided 11 points (4-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-5 FT), 10 rebounds and one block in 21 minutes during Monday's 122-121 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Despite being healthy, Boucher didn't appear in any of Toronto's previous three games. However, he was thrust into an expanded role late in Monday's 122-121 loss to the Bulls after Jakob Poeltl (groin) left the contest. Poeltl is set for an MRI to determine the exact severity of the injury, but if he misses time, Boucher should have a consistent role in the frontcourt, splitting time with Kelly Olynyk and Jonathan Mogbo. When Boucher has played 20-plus minutes this season (10 games), he's averaged 16.1 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.0 steals-plus-blocks in 22.3 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Vucevic scores 24 points as Bulls hold off Raptors 122-121 for 4th win in 6 games

Nikola Vucevic scored 24 points, Coby White added 19 and the Chicago Bulls held on to beat the Toronto Raptors 122-121 for their fourth win in six games

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • Associated Press

Non-factor in win Tuesday Boucher finished Tuesday's 122-111 win over the Pacers with six points (2-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds and two assists in 14 minutes.

Impact Boucher offered very little Tuesday, continuing his recent run of low production. He has scored no more than 10 points in each of the past six games, adding three total blocks. The Raptors continue to deal with injuries to multiple players, yet Boucher has been unable to carve out a consistent role. Despite a somewhat fantasy-friendly game, it appears as though Boucher would need a minor miracle to have any chance of playing a significant role moving forward.

DECEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leads from three off bench in win Boucher provided 22 points (7-13 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 5-8 FT), four rebounds, one block and two steals over 26 minutes during Thursday's 110-105 victory over the Timberwolves.

Impact Boucher put together one of his best outings of the season Thursday, coming off the bench and leading all Raptors players in threes made while surpassing the 20-point mark in a winning effort. Boucher has connected on at least three threes in four outings this season, now having reached 20 or more points in two contests.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Raptors beat Timberwolves behind good games from Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett and Chris Boucher Spirited effort against a good opponent in Minnesota.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • TORONTOSUN.COM

Barrett scores 31, Barnes adds 17 in return from injury, and Raptors beat Timberwolves 110-105

RJ Barrett scored 31 points, Scottie Barnes added 17 points in his return from injury, and the Toronto Raptors won back-to-back games for the first time this season by beating the...

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • Associated Press

Leads bench with 15 points Boucher logged 15 points (5-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT) and four rebounds in 20 minutes during Saturday's 126-123 overtime loss to the Celtics.

Impact Boucher ended Saturday's game as the Raptors' third-leading scorer behind Jakob Poeltl (35) and RJ Barrett (25). Boucher has reached double-digit points in seven of his last 10 outings, and over that span he has averaged 11.5 points and 4.5 rebounds over 18.6 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Antetokounmpo scores 23 to lead Bucks past Raptors 99-85 in matchup of NBA's worst

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 23 points to lead the Milwaukee Bucks past the Toronto Raptors 99-85 in an NBA Cup game between teams that entered with the two worst records in the le...

NOVEMBER 13, 2024 • Associated Press

Productive off bench Sunday Boucher produced 18 points (6-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds, three assists and one steal in 20 minutes during Sunday's 123-103 loss to the Lakers.

Impact Boucher has been making the most of his minutes in recent games, and the veteran forward is making a strong case to see even more playing time with how he's been playing. He's scored in double digits in four of his last five outings, averaging 15.0 points and 4.8 rebounds per game in that stretch.

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

LeBron gets 2nd straight triple-double, Anthony Davis injured in Lakers' 123-103 win over Raptors

LeBron James recorded his second straight triple-double, and Anthony Davis scored 22 points before leaving with an eye injury in the third quarter of the Los Angeles Lakers’ 123-10...

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • Associated Press

Provides spark off bench Boucher chipped in 17 points (7-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt), four rebounds and one assist across 25 minutes during Wednesday's 122-107 loss to the Kings.

Impact With Kelly Olynyk (back) still sidelined, Boucher continues to operate as one of Toronto's primary bench options in the frontcourt. However, Boucher has been putting up inconsistent production, as he has scored 13 or more points in four of his nine appearances, but also four or fewer points in four outings. This season, Boucher is averaging 10.6 points and 4.0 rebounds in 18.1 minutes.

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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.

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • 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

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • 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.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • Associated Press