Deandre Ayton's Stellar Return Leads Blazers to Overtime Victory Against Raptors
In his first game back from injury, Ayton scores 30 points and grabs 19 rebounds, propelling Portland to end their home losing streak.
- Deandre Ayton marked his return with a season-high 30 points and 19 rebounds, leading the Portland Trail Blazers to a 128-118 overtime win over the Toronto Raptors.
- The victory snapped the Trail Blazers' nine-game home losing streak, with contributions from Dalano Banton and Anfernee Simons.
- Toronto Raptors struggled without three starters, intensifying their recent downturn with a fifth loss in six games.
- Scoot Henderson also returned for Portland, adding 13 points after an eight-game absence due to injury.
- The Trail Blazers are set to host the Boston Celtics next, while the Raptors face the Denver Nuggets on the road.