January 14, 2025
The Toronto Raptors secured a thrilling 104-101 victory over the Golden State Warriors, capping off a nail-biting contest that went down to the wire. The game, played at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, saw the Raptors overcome a determined Warriors team to claim a hard-fought win.
The Raptors’ victory was fueled by a balanced attack, with six players scoring in double figures. OG Anunoby led the charge with 23 points, while Scottie Barnes added 19 points and 7 rebounds. Pascal Siakam chipped in with 17 points, and Precious Achiuwa contributed 15 points off the bench.
The Warriors were led by Stephen Curry’s 29 points, including 5 three-pointers. Klay Thompson added 24 points, but struggled with his shot, going 8 for 23 from the field. Draymond Green had a strong all-around game, recording 10 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists.
The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading baskets and neither able to gain a significant advantage. The Warriors took a 55-53 lead into halftime, but the Raptors stormed back in the third quarter, outscoring Golden State 31-23 to take an 84-78 lead into the final period.
In the fourth quarter, the Warriors mounted a fierce comeback, cutting the Raptors’ lead to just 2 points with 1:30 remaining. However, the Raptors held firm, with Anunoby sinking a crucial jumper with 30 seconds left to seal the win.
The Raptors’ victory marked their second straight win, while the Warriors suffered their third loss in their last five games. Despite the loss, Golden State remains atop the Western Conference standings, while Toronto sits in seventh place in the Eastern Conference.
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