Toronto Raptors end 11-game losing streak with a 130-113 victory over the Brooklyn Nets, led by Fred VanVleet and Immanuel Quickley.
The Toronto Raptors finally broke their 11-game losing streak with a dominant 130-113 win over the Brooklyn Nets on Friday night. The Raptors were led by Fred VanVleet, who scored 33 points, and Immanuel Quickley, who returned from injury to contribute 21 points.
The Raptors came into the game with a sense of urgency, determined to end their losing streak. They started off strong, outscoring the Nets 35-28 in the first quarter. VanVleet was on fire, scoring 14 points in the first quarter alone.
The Nets tried to keep up, with Kevin Durant leading the way with 24 points. However, the Raptors’ defense was too strong, holding the Nets to just 19 points in the second quarter. The Raptors went into halftime with a comfortable 67-47 lead.
In the third quarter, the Nets made a push, outscoring the Raptors 35-29. But the Raptors were able to maintain their lead, thanks to VanVleet’s continued dominance on the court. He finished the game with 33 points, 11 assists, and 5 rebounds.
Quickley, who had been out with an ankle injury, made his return to the court and made an immediate impact. He scored 21 points off the bench, providing a much-needed spark for the Raptors.
The Raptors’ bench also played a crucial role in the victory, with Chris Boucher scoring 17 points and Malachi Flynn adding 12 points.
The Nets made a late push in the fourth quarter, but the Raptors’ lead was too much to overcome. The game ended with a final score of 130-113, giving the Raptors their first win in over a month.
This win is a much-needed boost for the Raptors, who have been struggling with injuries and inconsistent play all season. It also marks the first win for interim head coach Sergio Scariolo, who has been filling in for Nick Nurse while he is away coaching the Canadian national team.
The Raptors will look to build on this win as they continue their road trip, with their next game against the Boston Celtics on Sunday. As for the Nets, they will try to bounce back from this loss as they face the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday.
