In an exciting game on Sunday, the Toronto Raptors secured a 119-109 victory against the Brooklyn Nets, extending their winning streak to seven games. Scottie Barnes shined with 17 points for the Raptors, while RJ Barrett of Mississauga, Ont., added 16 points before leaving the game due to a knee injury.
Barrett’s departure opened the door for backup forward Tyrese Martin, who led all scorers with an impressive 26 points, helping to keep the Nets in contention. Michael Porter Jr., Noah Clowney, and Nic Claxton also made notable contributions for Brooklyn.
Despite facing some challenges with injuries, the Raptors welcomed back rookie forward Collin Murray-Boyles, who put up a solid performance off the bench. However, Toronto’s starting center Jakob Poeltl sat out for rest, affecting the team’s performance in the paint and on the boards.
The game took a decisive turn in the fourth quarter when Toronto, led by Immanuel Quickley’s three-pointers, went on a crucial 10-0 run after being tied with the Nets. Additionally, Brandon Ingram achieved a career milestone by surpassing 10,000 points in his NBA career.
Looking ahead, the Raptors will face the Cleveland Cavaliers in their next game, aiming to continue their winning streak and maintain their strong performance.