Tue Mar 11 00:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Raptors Top Jazz Despite Kessler’s Record-Setting Rebounding Performance
**Toronto, ON** – Immanuel Quickley exploded for a season-high 34 points, leading the Toronto Raptors to a 118-109 victory over the Utah Jazz on Friday night. The win marks the Raptors’ third consecutive victory, despite a dominant performance from Jazz center Walker Kessler, who set career highs with 25 rebounds and eight blocks.
Quickley’s impressive night included five rebounds, five assists, and three steals. Scottie Barnes also contributed significantly with 22 points, 12 rebounds, and six assists. Kessler’s 18 points led the Jazz, but his team’s struggles at the free-throw line (23-of-39) and a high turnover count (25) proved costly. Keyonte George added 18 points for Utah.
The Raptors were hampered by injuries, with top scorer RJ Barrett sidelined (ankle) and rookie Ja’Kobe Walter leaving the game in the third quarter with a right quad strain after scoring 14 points. Gradey Dick also missed his second straight game due to a knee injury. A.J. Lawson, making his first career start, struggled offensively.
Despite Kessler’s remarkable rebounding performance, including a Utah team record 18 boards in the first half, Quickley’s clutch three-pointers late in the fourth quarter sealed the victory for Toronto. The Jazz, who sit last in the Western Conference, suffered their fourth straight loss. They face the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday. The Raptors continue their homestand against the Washington Wizards on Saturday.
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