A cactus named after an all-star. Fans skipping school and graduations to celebrate. A mic drop for the ages.
Those are some of the highlights from Monday’s massive party in downtown Toronto to celebrate the Raptors’ historic NBA championship win.
Here are a few of the best moments from the colourful parade and rally:
Superfan or superstar?
Superfan Nav Bhatia, who hasn’t missed a Raptors home game in 24 years, couldn’t outrun his own fans at Exhibition Place as he tried to make a discreet entrance before the parade. Encircled by admirers, the honorary parade marshal took a few selfies with his cheering section.