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The Wizards lose to the physical Raptors, but in fighting back, they see signs of progress

Washington's offense struggled all game against Toronto. Still, the Wizards players saw one significant positive.

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 10:35 AM
The Wizards lose to the physical Raptors, but in fighting back, they see signs of progress
Key Things to Know
  • The Washington Wizards showed signs of progress despite a 111-102 defeat against the Toronto Raptors.
  • Washington struggled offensively, shooting only 38 percent from the field and committing 23 turnovers.
  • Trae Young recorded 22 points and 12 assists, while rookie wing Tre Johnson contributed 20 points.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Washington Wizards suffered a 111-102 loss to the Toronto Raptors on Friday night in Washington, struggling against Toronto's aggressive defense. Washington shot just 38 percent from the floor and committed 23 turnovers, but players noted marked improvement in their competitiveness compared to blowout losses against Toronto during the previous season.

Trae Young led Washington with 22 points and 12 assists, while Tre Johnson added 20 points. Anthony Davis was held to nine points on 3-of-12 shooting but contributed defensively as the Wizards briefly cut the deficit to 78-77 in the third quarter before falling short.

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