Wizards Dominate Raptors in Shooting Showcase
The Toronto Raptors walked away from the Capital One Arena feeling the weight of frustration after suffering a 138-117 defeat at the hands of the Washington Wizards. Despite the return of Scottie Barnes, who battled through an illness to take the court, the Raptors struggled to keep pace with a Wizards squad that seemed to find the net with ease.
Wizards’ Offensive Onslaught
From the opening tip, the Wizards established a commanding presence, shooting nearly 60 percent from the field. This blistering performance allowed them to build a lead that swelled to as much as 20 points, underscoring their dominance on both ends of the floor. The Raptors simply couldn’t keep up, as each foray into the paint or beyond the arc felt like an exercise in futility.
Leading the charge for Washington was Brandon Ingram, who poured in 29 points on an efficient 10-of-20 shooting. Immanuel Quickley followed closely, contributing 25 points, while Ja’Kobe Walter provided a solid 15 off the bench. The Wizards showcased a balanced attack with Kyshawn George adding 23 points, complemented by a duo of 21-point performances from CJ McCollum and Bilal Coulibaly.
Raptors Struggle to Find Rhythm
For Toronto, the scoring was less consistent. Barnes, despite his efforts, managed only 14 points, while Sandro Mamukelashvili added another 13. The Raptors seemed to lack the rhythm and coordination needed to counter the Wizards’ onslaught, leading to a disappointing outing that raised more questions than answers.
As the Raptors regroup, they will look to shake off this loss before heading home to face a formidable opponent in the Golden State Warriors. Scheduled for a 3:30 p.m. ET tipoff inside the Scotiabank Arena, the Raptors will need to harness their frustrations and channel them into a more cohesive performance. Fans can catch the action on TSN Sports or stream it through NBA League Pass.
The Raptors have a significant challenge ahead as they seek to reclaim their footing against one of the league’s elite.
