The Raptors are on a two-game winning streak.

It was long back when the Toronto Raptors were on a winning streak. Surprisingly, it came off two consecutive victories against the Charlotte Hornets during the preseason. Is it merely a coincidence? The Hornets and the Raptors doubled down with their second close game in two nights only. And the results were the same. It was the Raptors winning 116-113.

Norman Powell woke up from his deep sleep. And, finally graced the audience with his Norm God /Playoff Powell performance. He dropped 24 points off the bench. And, tied his career-peak with six made three-pointers.

Chris Boucher had a double-double, almost. He added nine rebounds and 20 points off the bench. Gordon Hayward paced the Hornets with 25 points. But it was only six in the second half.  Terry Rozier added up 24 points in the losing effort.