The Raptors posted an important 123-113 win over the Orlando Magic on Tuesday in Toronto, so they’ll be in the playoff picture heading into the All-Star Game break.
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To achieve this, the Raptors had to come from behind when they were trailing by five points at halftime. They achieved this thanks in particular to Jakob Poeltl, who collected 30 points. He reached this plateau only for the second time this season.
Pascal Siakam also contributed with 26 points for Nick Nurse’s squad, who returned to their place behind the bench after missing their last game for personal reasons.
Quebecer Chris Boucher totaled 13 points in 24 minutes.
In the loss, Wendell Carter Jr. added 26 points to the scoreboard, being the visitors’ most productive player.
The Raptors are ninth in the Eastern Conference by virtue of a 27-31 record, just ahead of the Washington Wizards (26-30), who were to face the Portland Trail Blazers at the end of the evening. .
The Canadian formation will return to action on February 23 by hosting the New Orleans Pelicans.