The Toronto Raptors scored a franchise-record of 24 3 pointers on Wednesday night against the Nuggets.
Along with the franchise-record, the Raptors broke a 9 game losing streak in their 135-111 victory against the Nuggets. The Toronto Raptors have finally won a game for the first time in March.
The Raptors have had it rough lately with NBA protocols, and this win was much needed to get the team back on track.
Stars of the game
The Raptors came together and played as a team, something Raptors fans rarely got to see this season.
Siakam led the team in scoring and rebounds with 27 points and 8 rebounds on 8/16 shooting. OG Anunoby also had himself a game, with 23 points and 6 rebounds on 8/16 shooting while draining 5 3 pointers. Norman Powell and Fred Vanvleet both scored 19 and 22 points each, while Vanvleet led the team in 3 pointers.
Last but not least, Kyle Lowry. He had a stat-line of 8 points, 5 rebounds, and 9 assists. One might think that Lowry had a bad game, but Lowry was spectacular. He led the team in assists with 9 assists, scored 8 points on 3/5 shooting, including 2/3 from 3. He also had a career-high in +/- with +42.
After trade deadline, the Raptors will look to improve their record on Friday night against the Phoenix Suns.
