RJ Barrett delivered an impressive performance, scoring a season-high 29 points, while Brandon Ingram matched that total, leading the Toronto Raptors to a decisive 134-117 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday night. This game marked the first of back-to-back matchups between the two teams, with Toronto continuing their strong form against Atlanta, having now won five straight encounters and three of their last four games overall.
Scottie Barnes contributed significantly with 20 points, while Immanuel Quickley added 15. Sandro Mamukelashvili showcased his all-around game with 13 points, 12 rebounds, and a career-best eight assists. The Raptors began to pull ahead in the fourth quarter, launching a 16-0 run to extend their lead to 123-106, capitalizing on their strong performance in the final period. So far this season, Toronto has shown remarkable resilience, boasting an impressive record of 17-1 when heading into the fourth quarter with a lead.
For the Hawks, the offense saw notable contributions from Nickeil Alexander-Walker, who topped the scoring with 31 points, while Jalen Johnson added 30 and Dyson Daniels recorded 20 points along with 12 assists. Despite their recent defensive success in limiting the New York Knicks to under 100 points, Atlanta struggled to maintain that intensity against the Raptors, allowing 125 points or more in each of their last 10 losses.
Brandon Ingram’s performance included nine rebounds, shooting at an efficient rate by hitting 11 of his 15 attempts, along with making all six free throws. Atlanta’s roster was impacted by injuries, with Trae Young sidelined due to a bruised right quadriceps for the fourth consecutive game, while Toronto’s Jakob Poeltl also missed his sixth straight game due to back issues.
The two teams are set to face each other again on Monday night, providing another opportunity for both squads to refine their strategies and aim for victory as the season progresses. With their current momentum, the Raptors will be looking to keep their winning streak alive.