Key Takeaways:
- RJ Barrett delivered the decisive basket with 18 seconds remaining as Toronto edged Charlotte 110-108 on Monday night
- Scottie Barnes set a Raptors franchise record with at least one block and one steal in his 10th consecutive game
- Charlotte have now lost six of their last seven games and hold a 1-6 road record
Thrilling Finish in Toronto
RJ Barrett scored a crucial tiebreaking layup with just 18 seconds left in the fourth quarter, propelling the Toronto Raptors to a 110-108 victory over the Charlotte Hornets at home. The Raptors’ defensive resilience shone in the game’s tense closing seconds, as Brandon Ingram and Scottie Barnes produced vital blocks in the dying moments. Barnes notably denied Collin Sexton’s attempt at the buzzer, ensuring Toronto’s win – their eighth in the last nine outings and fourth in succession.
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Player Performances and Notable Plays
Brandon Ingram led the Raptors with 27 points and ignited the crowd with a standout dunk over Hornets rookie centre Ryan Kalkbrenner in the fourth quarter. Both Barnes and Barrett contributed 16 points each, with Barnes also collecting a franchise record by registering at least one block and one steal in his 10th straight contest – surpassing Vince Carter’s record of nine straight games from April 1 to 16, 1999.
Immanuel Quickley produced a double-double, tallying 15 points along with 10 rebounds. Jakob Poeltl reached double figures with 13 points, and Gradey Dick contributed 10 points off the bench.
For the Hornets, Kon Knueppel was their top scorer with 24 points. Miles Bridges added 22 points, while LaMelo Ball posted 20 points in his return from injury, having missed five games prior due to a right ankle impingement. Ball clocked 27 minutes after sitting out Saturday’s defeat against Oklahoma City. Collin Sexton supplied 17 points as Charlotte’s bench outperformed Toronto’s reserves 35-23.
Game Statistics
| Team | Points | Top Scorer | Bench Points | Rebound Leader | 3-Point Shooting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto Raptors | 110 | Brandon Ingram (27) | 23 | Immanuel Quickley (10) | 10/25 |
| Charlotte Hornets | 108 | Kon Knueppel (24) | 35 | Ryan Kalkbrenner (10) | 10/40 (season-low percentage) |
Upcoming Fixtures
The Hornets will face Indiana on Wednesday as they look to recover from a challenging run of results that has left them with a 1-6 road record. The Raptors are also set to travel, taking on Philadelphia on Wednesday as they seek to extend their winning streak.
