Raptors Secure First Win of Season Over 76ers

The Toronto Raptors achieved their first victory of the 2024-2025 season with a 115-107 win against the Philadelphia 76ers, breaking a seven-game losing streak against them. Scottie Barnes led the Raptors with an impressive 27 points and showed significant improvement from his previous game. The Raptors capitalized on the absence of 76ers stars Joel Embiid and Paul George, dominating the paint and outrebounding Philadelphia 54-28. Rookie Jamison Battle also made a notable contribution, scoring 12 points, including 10 in the fourth quarter before fouling out. The game was characterized by a high number of fouls and turnovers, with a record 99 combined free throws attempted. Despite the loss, Kelly Oubre Jr. and Tyrese Maxey led the 76ers with 28 and 24 points, respectively.