Here are 10 takeaways from the Toronto Raptors' 122-117 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers.
One — Repeat: This game was a microcosm of the entire season. The Raptors were competing, went toe-to-toe with a superior opponent, but they ran into a wicked cold stretch, and tried desperately to catch up but it wasn't enough. That is the most frustrating part of this entire season, because you're always watching with bated breath to see where the Raptors drop the ball. They have enough ability and talent to compete against most opponents, but they can't seem to string together 48 consistent minutes to close out the game.