TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors are really coming home, finally.
A team spokesperson confirmed Friday that the team received the green light to play at Scotiabank Arena this season, following a last season in Tampa. Fla.
However, it has yet to be determined how many fans can attend.
“We are optimistic about our ability to host events at full capacity at the Scotiabank Arena,” the spokesperson said.
The Raptors will open their preseason against the Philadelphia 76ers on October 4, their first game at Scotiabank Arena in more than 19 months.
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The Raptors announced a five-game preseason schedule Friday that includes two home appearances. They will also host Houston on October 11.
“And as a reminder, all persons wishing to enter the arena, whether to attend an event as a spectator or as a member of the media, must show proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or proof of an exemption. medical. The team spokesman said.
Due to COVID-19 protocols and travel restrictions in Canada, the Raptors had to move to Tampa for the 2020-21 season and play home games away from Amalie Arena. They were the only team that was forced to relocate.
The Raptors last played at Scotiabank Arena on February 28, 2020. They then set off on a five-game road trip before the close of the league on March 11 after Rudy Gobert of Utah tested positive for COVID-19. .
The Raptors will play in Philadelphia on October 7, in Boston on October 9 and in Washington on October 12.
They open the regular season on October 20 when they host Washington.
This Canadian Press report was first published on September 10, 2021.
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