Mon Dec 02 00:00:00 UTC 2024: ## Raptors Snap Road Losing Streak with Dominant Win Over Injury-Plagued Pelicans
**NEW ORLEANS, LA** – The Toronto Raptors secured their first road victory of the season, defeating the injury-depleted New Orleans Pelicans 119-93 on Wednesday night. Ochai Agbaji and Jamison Battle led the Raptors’ offensive charge, each scoring 24 points. Agbaji was particularly efficient, going 6-of-7 from beyond the arc. The Raptors’ victory was fueled by a season-high 21 three-pointers, a significant improvement from their league-worst three-point shooting average. RJ Barrett added 22 points and 11 assists.
The Pelicans, meanwhile, struggled in their sixth consecutive loss. They were missing key starters Zion Williamson (hamstring), Brandon Ingram (calf), and Herb Jones (shoulder), as well as reserve Trey Murphy III (knee). CJ McCollum scored 19 points in his return from injury, but the team’s shooting was inconsistent, hitting only 11 of 35 three-point attempts. Djounte Murray, returning from a hand fracture, struggled offensively, finishing with 14 points on 5-of-17 shooting.
The Raptors’ decisive win was highlighted by a 16-2 run in the third quarter, fueled by RJ Barrett’s eight consecutive points. This run effectively sealed the victory, leaving the Pelicans unable to mount a comeback. Toronto’s improved three-point shooting proved crucial in securing their first road win, ending a ten-game road losing streak. The Raptors will next face the Miami Heat on Friday, while the Pelicans travel to Memphis to play the Grizzlies.
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