Darko Rajakovic hired as Toronto Raptors' new head coach

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The Toronto Raptors on Tuesday afternoon officially introduced new head coach Darko Rajakovic at a news conference at Scotiabank Arena.

The Raptors were the only NBA team without a head coach entering this week after firing Nick Nurse on April 21.

Rajakovic, 44, has been coaching since 1996 and was the top assistant in Memphis last season.

“To join and to lead an elite organization like the Raptors is what I have been working for my entire professional life,” Rajakovic said. “This is an amazing opportunity, to join a franchise with a supportive ownership group, fantastic front office and fanbase, and elite players.

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“I’m looking forward to

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