Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (left) and forward Chris Boucher celebrate during second half NBA basketball action against the Philadelphia 76ers in Toronto on Friday, October 25, 2024. (Frank Gunn/THE CANADIAN PRESS).
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Depleted Raptors grind out much-needed victory over 76ers
For one night, the Raptors looked like they took their season-opening lesson to heart. Every player that hit the floor – 10 different Raptors played at least 12 minutes – delivered a noticeable burst of energy, even if it occasionally meant stacking mistakes and errors on top of moments of inspiration on Friday.