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Orlando Magic stifled by Toronto Raptors’ relentless defensive pressure

The Orlando Magic slowly had the life squeezed out of them by the Toronto Raptors' relentless defensive pressure. It left them gasping for breath in a 30-point loss.

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 3:06 AM
Orlando Magic stifled by Toronto Raptors’ relentless defensive pressure
Key Things to Know
  • The Toronto Raptors defeated the Orlando Magic 129-99 behind relentless defensive pressure.
  • Scottie Barnes scored 28 points and R.J. Barrett added 25 points for Toronto.
  • Orlando committed 20 total turnovers, resulting in 20 points and 23 fast-break points for Toronto.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Toronto Raptors defeated the Orlando Magic 129-99 at Scotiabank Arena, using aggressive defense to dominate the contest. Despite taking an early nine-point lead, Orlando suffered from offensive stagnation and committed 20 turnovers, which Toronto converted into 20 points alongside 23 fast-break points.

Scottie Barnes led the Raptors with 28 points, while R.J. Barrett added 25 points. Playing without Paolo Banchero and Jalen Suggs, the Magic struggled to create offense, with Franz Wagner scoring 15 points while committing seven turnovers, and Tristan da Silva leading Orlando with 20 points.

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