Toronto Raptors, coached by Darko Rajakovic, defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers – 124:121.
The crucial period in favor of the Canadian team was an excellent first quarter, which the home team won with a score of 41:32. The lead for Darko Rajakovic‘s team extended to a maximum of 19 points in the early part of the second quarter, after which the Toronto Raptors slowed down offensively. Fortunately for them, the Cleveland Cavaliers lacked the strength to stage a comeback, resulting in Toronto’s win after a suspenseful finish.
Pascal Siakam was the standout player in Rajakovic’s team, contributing 36 points, while Caris LeVert excelled on the other side with 31 points.
The Cleveland Cavaliers currently hold the eighth position in the Eastern Conference with a record of 18 wins and 15 losses, whereas the Toronto Raptors are positioned 12th on the table with a record of 13 wins and 20 losses.
Other results in the NBA:
Houston Rockets – Detroit Pistons 136:113
Milwaukee Bucks – Indiana Pacers 113:122
Phoenix Suns – Portland Trail Blazers 109:88
Utah Jazz – Dallas Mavericks 127:90
Los Angeles Clippers – Miami Heat 121:104