Raptors Aim for Redemption Against Hornets Looking to Reignite
The Toronto Raptors are ready to bounce back as they prepare to face off against the Charlotte Hornets in the second leg of a back-to-back set. Having recently squared off with the Hornets in two closely contested games, the Raptors are eager to turn the tide after splitting those encounters. They managed to edge out Charlotte by just two points in their home arena, only to see the Hornets retaliate with a hard-fought overtime victory that ended Toronto’s nine-game winning streak.
Game Details for Raptors vs. Hornets
• Matchup: Charlotte Hornets vs. Toronto Raptors
• Date: Friday, December 5
• Tip-off Time: 7:30 PM EST
• Venue: Scotiabank Arena | Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Broadcast Information
Fans can catch the action on TSN Sports, with live streaming options available through various platforms including:
NBA App
FuboTV (with a free trial)
Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV (subscription required)
For those who prefer audio coverage, the game can be heard on:
TSN 1050
Sportsnet 590 The Fan
SiriusXM NBA Radio
Injury Reports: Hornets and Raptors
Hornets:
SG Pat Connaughton (OUT – calf)
PG Tre Mann (OUT – ankle)
SG Collin Sexton (QUESTIONABLE – knee)
PF Grant Williams (OUT – knee)
SG Josh Green (OUT – shoulder)
SF Brandon Miller (OUT – shoulder)
Raptors:
SF RJ Barrett (OUT – knee)
Preview: A Clash of Momentum
After their dramatic overtime win over the Raptors just days ago, the Hornets have faced a rough patch. Their recent trips to New York City did not yield favorable results, as they fell to the Brooklyn Nets by 13 points and then suffered a 15-point defeat at the hands of the New York Knicks. However, the Hornets will be looking to reignite their momentum against a Raptors team that may still be feeling the effects of their previous night’s battle against LeBron James and the Lakers.
While Toronto gears up for the challenge, they will need to tighten their play, particularly in ball security, to overcome the Hornets. With Charlotte coming into this matchup well-rested, the Raptors will have to harness their collective effort and minimize mistakes to shift the balance in their favor and improve their standing. As both teams take the court, the stakes are high, and the energy will certainly be palpable at Scotiabank Arena.
