Frank Zicarelli

Frank Zicarelli has been a sportswriter at the Toronto Sun since 1984. Born, raised and educated in Toronto, he has covered multiple sports at every level, including the grassroots. At the pro level, his primary responsibilities have focused on the Argos and Raptors. A fan of old-school pro wrestling, Zicarelli penned a weekly column that was among the paper's most popular features. He also served as a football prognosticator using the pseudonym Li'l Hulkster.

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LATEST STORIES BY FRANK ZICARELLI

Reeling Raptors lose their 14th game in the past 15 as host Knicks add to Toronto's road misery

Way better than the first time Toronto’s preferred starting group finally played as a healthy unit, much more engaged, far more in sync and much more competitive.

January 9, 2025 Toronto Raptors

As embarrassing losses mount for Toronto Raptors, fans' apathy can be felt

No amount of free pizza slices will appease a fan base that is growing more apathetic with each pathetic outing

January 7, 2025 Toronto Raptors

Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes moves the ball up court against Orlando Magic guard Cory Joseph.

Raptors need to find creative ways to unleash Gradey Dick's offence

Amid all the losses, it’s easy to forget that moment in time when many wondered whether Gradey Dick’s tired were prematurely being pumped or perhaps the more prudent exercise of pumping the brakes was required.

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January 5, 2025 Toronto Raptors

Raptors' New Year's Day magic disappears in troubling loss to visiting Magic

The Raptors’ toughness, both physical and mental, was put under the microscope by a depleted Orlando Magic team whose identity is defensive toughness.

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January 4, 2025 Toronto Raptors

Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley (left) drives to the net against Magic guard Jett Howard (right) during first half NBA action in Toronto, Friday, Jan. 3, 2025.

Raptors core will grow or get exposed with team set to finally field its best starting lineup

The start of a new year ushered in a new experience for a Raptors team that had been reeling.

January 2, 2025 Toronto Raptors

Immanuel Quickley of the Toronto Raptors celebrates a three-point basket against the Brooklyn Nets.

Immanuel Quickley makes an immediate impact in helping Raptors end their onerous 11-game losing streak

How quickly the Raptors were able to add some much-needed juice to their offence once Immanuel Quickley was back in the lineup.

January 2, 2025 Toronto Raptors

Immanuel Quickley of the Toronto Raptors

Raptors re-enact the Boston Massacre in getting annihilated by host Celtics

Defence, for a change, was not an issue as the Raptors began their New Year’s Eve tip in Boston looking more engaged and far less prone to getting blown off the court at TD Garden.

December 31, 2024 Toronto Raptors