The Toronto Raptors secured an impressive victory against the Cleveland Cavaliers with a final score of 126-113 during their NBA regular season clash in Cleveland, Ohio on November 14, 2025.
Barnes Delivers Stellar Performance
Scottie Barnes emerged as the standout player for the Raptors, nearly completing a remarkable stat line with 28 points, 10 rebounds, 8 assists, and 5 blocks. The forward's dominant display powered Toronto to their fifth win in six games, demonstrating why he's considered one of the team's most valuable assets.
Strong Supporting Cast
Barnes received significant support from his teammates, with Immanuel Quickley contributing 25 points and Jakob Poeltl adding 20 points to the scoreboard. Coming off the bench, Jamal Shead provided 8 points and 7 assists, helping maintain the team's momentum throughout the game.
The Raptors have been on an impressive run since October 31, suffering only one defeat and improving their overall record to 7 wins and 5 losses. This consistent performance has strengthened their position in the league standings.
Cavaliers Struggle Despite Mitchell's Efforts
Despite a strong performance from All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell, who scored 31 points, the Cavaliers couldn't overcome Toronto's offensive firepower. Additional contributions came from Nae'Qwan Tomlin with 18 points and De'Andre Hunter with 16 points, but these efforts proved insufficient against the determined Raptors.
The game saw Toronto establish a commanding 71-54 lead following RJ Barrett's play in the third quarter. Barrett finished the match with 9 points and 9 assists, further demonstrating the Raptors' balanced offensive approach.
Cleveland continued to face challenges with their lineup, missing several key players including All-Star point guard Darius Garland due to left great toe rehabilitation, swingman Jaylon Tyson because of concussion protocols, and point guard Lonzo Ball who remained inactive for his second consecutive game. The team also played without rookie forward Collin Murray-Boyles due to illness and Ochai Agbaji who was sidelined with lower back spasms.
