The Raptors have had a rough couple of weeks. Heading into this game, they were 4-6 in the last 10 contests, with impressive wins over Phoenix and Indiana, and confusing losses to injury-weakened Charlotte and Miami teams. Momentum was certainly a concern coming into tonight, having dropped their last three games in a row (one of which was already to New York). A big part of the struggle has been the Raptors’ inconsistent offence, sitting 23rd in the league in points per game, and their progressively worsening defence (now 15th in the league).
No change in the starting lineup for your Toronto Raptors
— Esfandiar Baraheni (@JustEsBaraheni) December 12, 2023
The reported injuries to Mitchell Robinson and Immanuel Quickley should have been encouraging for the Raptors’ chances, but with the last few games playing out as they have, it’s fair if fans weren’t overwhelmed with confidence.