Los Angeles hosts Toronto after Barnes' 41-point outing
Toronto Raptors (3-2, fourth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Los Angeles Lakers (4-2, fifth in the Western Conference)Los Angeles; Sunday, 9 p.
In a recent matchup between the Toronto Raptors and the Los Angeles Lakers, Scottie Barnes delivered an impressive 41-point performance, leading the Raptors to a 121-114 victory over the Orlando Magic. Following this win, the Raptors will travel to face the Los Angeles Lakers in a game that will take place on Sunday at 9 p.m. EST. The Lakers had a successful season overall, going 53-29 with a 28-13 record at home during the 2025-26 campaign.
They averaged 18.6 points off turnovers, 12.8 second-chance points, and 29.3 bench points last season. Toronto finished the previous season with a 46-36 record, including a 33-19 mark in Eastern Conference games and a 22-19 record on the road. Last season, the Raptors allowed an average of 111.8 points per game and committed 20.9 fouls.
Injuries have affected both teams ahead of their upcoming matchup. For the Lakers, Adou Thiero, Cameron Carr, and Ziaire Williams are all listed as day to day with injuries to their oblique, foot, and foot, respectively. On the Raptors' side, Kawhi Leonard is out with a knee injury, while Nate Bittle is day to day with a foot issue.
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