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Raptors Exposed Without Kawhi Leonard in Loss
26 Oct
Summary
- Kawhi Leonard missed a game due to left knee swelling.
- Scottie Barnes had a scoreless outing, shooting 0-for-12.
- The Raptors lost to the undefeated Minnesota Timberwolves.
Kawhi Leonard was ruled out of the Raptors' game against the Minnesota Timberwolves due to swelling in his left knee. He is expected to be re-evaluated on Monday, with an update anticipated for Tuesday. Without Leonard, the Raptors faced an uphill battle against the energetic Timberwolves.
Scottie Barnes had a notably poor performance, failing to score any points on 0-for-12 shooting from the field. This offensive struggles, coupled with Leonard's absence, led to a 117-94 loss for the Raptors, who fell to a 2-1 record. The team's reserves also contributed minimally in the first half.
Injuries to key players like Leonard necessitate adjustments for the Raptors. While Ja'Kobe Walter offered some offensive spark, the team's overall ability to create shots and penetrate defenses is challenged when Leonard is unavailable. The team's next games are against the Orlando Magic at home.
