Injury-ravaged Raptors paced by Alijah Martin’s career night in win over Bucks

The short-handed Toronto Raptors overcame a 15-point deficit to defeat the Milwaukee Bucks 121-107 on Friday night in Milwaukee. Missing key starters Scottie Barnes, Immanuel Quickley, and Leonard due to injuries, Toronto relied on a breakout performance from reserve Alijah Martin, who scored a career-high 27 points. The victory moved the Raptors to 5-4 on the season, while dropping the Bucks to 1-8.

Jamal Shead delivered a standout performance for Toronto, recording a double-double with a career-high 16 assists. RJ Barrett contributed his eighth 20-point game of the season, serving as the team's primary offensive option. The NBA Cup group stage contest concluded a four-game road trip for Toronto, which finished 2-2 before heading home for a multi-game homestand.