The short-handed Toronto Raptors nearly pulled off a massive upset as they nearly managed to eke out a victory over the Atlanta Hawks in regulation. However, an injury to Scottie Barnes and a missed bunny at the buzzer in regulation allowed the Hawks to turn the game into a battle of attrition in overtime. Fatigue cost the Raptors in the final moments, allowing AJ Griffin the game-winning layup, as the Raptors fell 124-122.
Due to the avalanche of injuries, coach Nick Nurse had to field yet another starting lineup, making this what? The seventh or eighth new starting lineup since the Raptors saw the Hawks 20 days ago?