"I liked during the broadcast when the panelists mentioned the Raptors not having to be the "cardiac kids," yet still showing up in clutch moments. Against the Nuggets, it was no different -despite Toronto entering as favorites, they couldn't escape the high-tense, closing drama. It made sense, given Denver's injury struggles, recently losing superstar Nikola Jokic and still missing Christian Braun, Cam Johnson, and Aaron Gordon."
"Brandon Ingram delivered an explosive offensive performance with 30 points (a team-high), his fourth game of the season to reach that mark. Scottie Barnes continued to showcase his all-around game, recording another triple-double - just days after his historic effort against the Warriors - with 20 points, 14 rebounds, and 10 assists as the team's center. The other starters would get their shine too, as Immanuel Quickley added 22 points, while RJ Barrett chipped in with 17 points."
Ending 2025, Toronto faced Denver on New Year's Eve coming off back-to-back wins over Golden State and Orlando, overcoming early adversity and late-game comebacks. Denver entered shorthanded after losing Nikola Jokic and still missing Christian Braun, Cam Johnson, and Aaron Gordon, with Jamal Murray leading alongside reserves Peyton Watson and Jonas Valanciunas. Toronto was without Jakob Poeltl due to a back injury. Brandon Ingram scored 30 points, while Scottie Barnes recorded a triple-double with 20 points, 14 rebounds, and 10 assists. Immanuel Quickley added 22 and RJ Barrett 17. Toronto's bench scored 12 points versus Denver's 28.
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