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Rockets attempt to stretch Raptors' skid to seven games After coming close recently, the Toronto Raptors aim to take the next step against the visiting Houston Rockets on Sunday night and end a si...
DECEMBER 22, 2024 • THESTATE.COM
Raptors Welcome VanVleet's Rockets: Where to Watch, What to Watch For, and More The Toronto Raptors will welcome Fred VanVleet and the Houston Rockets to town: Where to watch, what to watch for, and more
DECEMBER 22, 2024 • SI.COM
Raptors desperately in need of a bounce-back night with Houston Rockets in town for a Sunday date Having lost six in a row and coming off a bad loss to the Nets, the Raptors must somehow regain a level of competence Sunday vs. Rockets.
DECEMBER 21, 2024 • TORONTOSUN.COM
Jakob Poeltl - Another absence coming Poeltl (groin) is out for Sunday's game versus the Rockets, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.
Impact Despite returning to practice Saturday, Poeltl will miss his second straight contest Sunday due to a bilateral groin strain. Jonathan Mogbo should continue to receive an increased role in his absence. Poeltl's next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with the Knicks.
DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Davion Mitchell - Iffy for Sunday Mitchell (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Rockets, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.
Impact Mitchell is in danger of missing his second straight contest Sunday due to a right shoulder strain. If Mitchell is ultimately downgraded to out yet again, Jamal Shead will likely continue to receive increased playing time.
DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Bruce Brown - Out vs. Rockets Brown (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Houston, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.
Impact Brown continues to inch closer toward making his 2024-25 debut, but it won't happen Sunday. His next opportunity to see game action will arrive Monday against the Knicks.
DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
RJ Barrett - Cleared for Sunday Barrett (illness) will play Sunday against the Rockets, Josh Lewenberg of TSN.ca reports.
Impact Barrett was able to participate in Saturday's practice and has now received the green light to suit up Sunday after missing one game due to illness. He figures to be a full go against Houston following a brief absence.
DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Jakob Poeltl - Practices Saturday Poeltl (groin) appeared to be moving well during Saturday's practice, Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Impact Poeltl was diagnosed with a bilateral groin strain after exiting Monday's game against Chicago early, and it's positive news that he looked strong during practice Saturday. He'll continue to be considered day-to-day until the team has more information to share.
DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
RJ Barrett - Able to practice Saturday Barrett (illness) participated in Saturday's practice, Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Impact Barrett was held out of Thursday's game against the Nets, but the fact that he was able to take part in practice indicates this could be a brief absence for the Duke product. Expect further clarification once the Raptors release the injury report for Sunday's matchup against the Rockets.
DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Toronto hosts Houston on 5-game home slide

Toronto will try to stop its five-game home skid when the Raptors play Houston
DECEMBER 21, 2024 • Associated Press
Ochai Agbaji - Puts up 20 points Agbaji logged 20 points (8-16 FG, 4-8 3Pt), five rebounds, one assist and one steal across 36 minutes during Thursday's 101-94 loss to the Nets.
Impact Agbaji was efficient from the floor and recorded double-digit points for the third game in a row. He's been getting more and more comfortable as the season progresses, and the former Kansas standout should continue to see ample opportunities to keep producing as long as he remains a starter. Agbaji is averaging 10.5 points, 3.3 rebounds and 1.5 assists per game since the beginning of December.
DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Gradey Dick - Drains four threes Thursday Dick ended with 19 points (6-14 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 33 minutes during Thursday's 101-94 loss to Brooklyn.
Impact Dick has been a bit inconsistent from time to time, but it's undeniable that he seems to be taking a step forward in recent games. The second-year guard has scored at least 15 points in five of his six December appearances, averaging 19.5 points per game and shooting 36.4 percent from deep in that stretch. The shooting numbers he posted in college haven't translated to the NBA yet, but the sharpshooter guard seems to be trending in the right direction based on his numbers in the last few weeks.
DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Scottie Barnes - No limitations in return Barnes (ankle) tallied 16 points (5-11 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 4-5 FT), six assists, three rebounds and two blocks in 36 minutes Thursday in the Raptors' 101-94 loss to the Nets.
Impact Though Barnes turned in a relatively subdued stat line Thursday, the fact that he received major minutes in his return from a two-game absence due to a right ankle sprain was an encouraging sign for his fantasy managers. Barnes should continue to see added playmaking opportunities as Toronto's starting point guard before he eventually sees more minutes at forward once Immanuel Quickley (elbow) returns from his extended absence.
DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Barnes disappointed in return from injury as Raptors' offence sputters in fourth TORONTO - The Toronto Raptors were cruising along, leading by as many as 10 points, when their offence ground to a halt.
DECEMBER 20, 2024 • THESTAR.COM
Cam Johnson spoils Scottie Barnes's return as Nets top Raptors 101-94 TORONTO - Cam Johnson took over in the fourth quarter as the Brooklyn Nets rallied past the Toronto Raptors 101-94 on Thursday.
DECEMBER 20, 2024 • THESTAR.COM
Raptors vs Nets Game Highlights | December 19, 2024
DECEMBER 20, 2024 • YOUTUBE
Cameron Johnson pours in points late, lifts Nets past Raptors Cameron Johnson had 33 points, 10 rebounds and six assists and the visiting Brooklyn Nets came back to defeat the Toronto Raptors 101-94 on...
DECEMBER 20, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Even with Scottie Barnes back, Raptors' woes continued in dropping their sixth in a row Ochai Agbaji, one of the very few to appear in every game for the Raptors, posts his fourth 20-point game of the season in loss to Nets.
DECEMBER 20, 2024 • TORONTOSUN.COM
NETS at RAPTORS | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | December 19, 2024
DECEMBER 20, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Johnson hits tiebreaking 3, scores 15 of his 33 points in the 4th as Nets rally to beat Raptors

Cam Johnson hit a tiebreaking 3-pointer with less than two minutes remaining in the fourth quarter and finished with 33 points as the Brooklyn Nets overcame a 10-point deficit and...
DECEMBER 20, 2024 • Associated Press
Ja'Kobe Walter - Starting Thursday vs. Nets Walter will start in Thursday's matchup against the Nets, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Impact The rookie will replace Jakob Poeltl (groin) in the starting five on Thursday, marking his fifth start through 13 regular-season appearances this year. Walter has provided a spark for the Raptors this season, and in his last five outings, he has averaged 9.6 points, 2.4 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.0 steals while shooting 40.9 percent from the field across 23.2 minutes per contest.
DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Davion Mitchell - Officially ruled out Mitchell (shoulder) won't play in Thursday's game versus the Nets, Eric Koreen of The Athletic reports.
Impact Mitchell has been downgraded from questionable to out Thursday due to a right shoulder strain. His next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Houston.
DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Scottie Barnes - Good to go against Brooklyn Barnes (ankle) is available for Thursday's game versus the Nets, Eric Koreen of The Athletic reports.
Impact Barnes will return to action Thursday after missing Toronto's previous two contests due to a right ankle sprain. With RJ Barrett (illness) out, Barnes will likely take on most of the ball-handling responsibilities against Brooklyn.
DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Davion Mitchell - Late addition to injury report Mitchell is listed as questionable for Thursday's game versus the Nets due to a shoulder injury, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Impact Mitchell is in danger of missing his first game of the season Thursday after being a late addition to the injury report with a shoulder injury. If Mitchell is ultimately ruled out, Jamal Shead will likely receive increased playing time.
DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
RJ Barrett - Late scratch Thursday Barrett is out for Thursday's game versus the Nets due to an illness, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Impact Barrett will miss his first game since Oct. 26 on Thursday after being a late addition to the injury report with an illness. Ja'Kobe Walter and Jamison Battle are candidates to receive increased playing time in his absence. Barrett's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Houston.
DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
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