R.J. Barrett scored 31 points to lead the Toronto Raptors to a 127-109 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday night, extending Philly’s losing streak to eight games. Ja’Kobe Walter contributed 17 points, shooting 3-of-5 from beyond the arc, as the Raptors secured their fourth consecutive win. Toronto seized the lead early in the second quarter and never looked back, holding a 63-49 halftime advantage with Barrett leading the charge with 19 points.
Philadelphia’s Lonnie Walker IV scored 23 points, while Jalen Hood-Schifino added 18, but their efforts weren’t enough to stop Toronto’s momentum. The Raptors maintained control in the second half, outscoring the 76ers slightly, with Jamison Battle leading Toronto’s second-half push with 13 points. Toronto has won 10 of 15. Barrett had his first game with at least 30 points since Dec. 16.