Last night the Toronto Raptors edged out the Cavaliers 110-99 here at home, and that win extended the streak to eight straight victories. For a fan who’s lived through rebuilds, near-misses and too many “almost” nights, I’m telling you now: this feels different. Confirmed record after the game was 13-5 and second place in the East!!!
What Went Down – Big Highlights
- Brandon Ingram exploded for a season-high 37 points, including a dominant third quarter that really flipped the game in Toronto’s favour.
- Scottie Barnes added 18 points and 11 rebounds, the kind of two-way impact that fans have been waiting to see night in, night out.
- Immanuel Quickley chipped in with 11 points and 7 assists, helping keep the offence flowing and the momentum sustained.
- On the Cavaliers side, Donovan Mitchell led his team with 17 points, but shot just 6-of-20 and couldn’t spark a comeback.
Why This Feels Like Something Real
Eight straight wins! Let that sink in just for a second! For a franchise that’s had more questions than answers in recent years, this stretch feels like validation not just of talent but of identity. The Raptors are building momentum, belief, and wins in meaningful ways.
Climbing to second in the Eastern Conference right now (with that 13-5 record) is no small feat. It’s a signal that the regular season isn’t just a building block and that this year (finally), it might count.
What’s Next & What I’ll Be Watching For
- Next Up: The Raptors return to the court looking to stretch this streak even further.
- I’ll be watching to see if they keep that third-quarter surge going. Ingram’s explosion last night started there.
- Can the bench keep contributing? As a long-time fan, I know the difference between nights when the bench helps and nights when the starters collapse under fatigue.
- Defence has to remain a focus. Scoring wins games, but shutting teams down makes you a contender.
Final Thoughts (From One Fan to Another)
I’ve been around this team long enough to know the hype-train can derail, but tonight? It didn’t feel like hype, it felt like growth, and like a season where we might stop hoping for “better” and start expecting it.
So yes, I’m pumped. I’m watching with more optimism than I have in a long time. This year might not be perfect, but if the Raptors keep playing like this, with so much heart, balance (and a little confident swagger), we might remember this stretch years from now as the moment things shifted.
👏 Let’s Go Raptors 👏
