The Toronto Raptors aim to return to the win column and improve their defense as they face the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. Currently, the Raptors hold a 5-5 record, placing ninth in the Eastern Conference. They recently fell to the Philadelphia 76ers, losing 130-120 on the road.
Toronto started strong, scoring 43 points in the first quarter and establishing a 10-point lead. However, their offense became inconsistent in the subsequent quarters, which contributed to slipping away from victory. The Raptors’ field goal percentage was 45.6% compared to Philadelphia’s 51.0%. They led in made 3-pointers, hitting 16 to Philadelphia’s 10, while both teams made 22 free throws each.
The Brooklyn Nets hold a disappointing 1-9 record and are tied for second-last in the Eastern Conference. They were defeated 134-98 by the New York Knicks on the road, with the game effectively decided by halftime. The Nets failed to score even 20 points in both the third and fourth quarters.
Immanuel Quickley led the Raptors with 22 points.
The Nets' largest deficit was 39 points.
Note: All statistics were accurate as of early November.
Summary: The Raptors look to rebound after a tough loss while the struggling Nets seek to improve their season with better defense and consistency.
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