Mon Nov 25 02:40:00 UTC 2024: ## Raptors Snap Losing Streak, Extend Dominance Over Timberwolves in Toronto
**Toronto, ON -** The Toronto Raptors secured their first back-to-back wins of the season, defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves 110-105 on Thursday night at Scotiabank Arena. RJ Barrett led the Raptors with 31 points, while Scottie Barnes returned from injury to contribute 17 points and 6 assists in his 27-minute outing. Barnes, wearing protective glasses following a right orbital fracture, was instrumental in a decisive 13-1 run late in the fourth quarter. Chris Boucher added 22 points for Toronto, and Jakob Poeltl notched his fourth consecutive double-double with 15 points and 12 rebounds.
The Raptors’ victory extends their remarkable winning streak against the Timberwolves in Toronto to 20 games, a dominance dating back to January 21, 2004. Minnesota’s last road win against Toronto came on February 14, 2021, while the Raptors were temporarily playing in Tampa due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves’ scoring with 26 points, with 21 coming in the second half. Jaden McDaniels contributed 22 points, and Rudy Gobert recorded a double-double with 13 points and 11 rebounds. Despite a strong second-half showing, the Timberwolves couldn’t overcome the Raptors’ late-game surge and improved free-throw shooting (24-of-30 in the second half).
Both teams are set to hit the road this weekend; the Timberwolves will face the Boston Celtics on Sunday, while the Raptors begin a four-game road trip in Cleveland.
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