Shaedon Sharpe's Record-Setting 36 Points Propel Trail Blazers to Key Win Over Raptors
Portland keeps postseason hopes alive with a 112-103 victory, as Sharpe shines in his home country of Canada.
- Shaedon Sharpe tied his career-high with 36 points, setting a record for the most points scored by a Canadian against the Toronto Raptors.
- The Portland Trail Blazers' win keeps them 2.5 games behind the Sacramento Kings for the final play-in spot in the Western Conference.
- Sharpe credited film study and preparation for his standout performance, which also included six rebounds and five assists.
- Portland dominated second-chance points, outscoring Toronto 22-11 in this category, a key factor in their victory.
- Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic emphasized the challenge of defending Sharpe's aggressive drives, highlighting his impact on the game.