Scottie Barnes Scores Career-High 41 as Raptors Fall to Magic Despite Huge Effort
Reported by Toronto Raptors On SI ·
Barnes carries Toronto’s offense
Barnes scored 23 points in the first half, leading all players at the break. He attacked defenders near the basket, found mid-range shots and followed up misses at the rim.
As Toronto’s offense struggled for substance and flow, the Raptors repeatedly turned to Barnes. His career-high 41 points came with five rebounds and five assists.
Orlando finds its range
The Magic’s three-point shooting proved difficult for Toronto to answer. Orlando made 18 of 34 attempts from beyond the arc, a season best for the team. The teams’ three-point attempts had been close across their two games, but Orlando shifted gears late. The Magic finished with a 121-114 win.
Road swing begins Sunday
Toronto is heading out on a Western road swing after the loss. The trip starts Sunday against the LA Lakers.
Key points
- Scottie Barnes scored a career-high 41 points in Toronto’s 121-114 loss.
- Barnes added five rebounds and five assists.
- Orlando made 18 of 34 three-point shots, a season best for the team.
- The Raptors begin their Western road swing against the LA Lakers on Sunday.