New-Look Raptors Edge Out Cavaliers in Nail-Biter

RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley shine in their Raptors debut, contributing to a 124-121 victory over the injury-hit Cavaliers.

RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley, recently traded from the Knicks, made their debut for the Toronto Raptors, contributing to a 124-121 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Pascal Siakam led the Raptors with 36 points, while Jakob Poeltl contributed 14 points and 11 rebounds.
The Cavaliers, missing key players Evan Mobley and Darius Garland due to injuries, were led by Caris LeVert with 31 points and Donovan Mitchell with 26 points.
The Raptors managed to hold on to their lead despite a late-game surge from the Cavaliers, who took their first lead since the opening period with less than 7 minutes left in the fourth quarter.
Cavaliers coach J.B. Bickerstaff claimed a travel violation on Toronto’s final inbounds pass, which could have given the Cavaliers a chance to win the game.