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Raptors Clinch Thrilling Victory Over Hornets in Final Seconds
18 Nov
Summary
- RJ Barrett's go-ahead basket with 18 seconds left
- Ingram and Barnes make pivotal blocks in final moments
- Raptors win 4th straight, 8th in last 9 games

On November 14, 2025, the Toronto Raptors defeated the Charlotte Hornets in a close 110-108 victory. The game came down to the final seconds, with RJ Barrett scoring the go-ahead basket for the Raptors with just 18 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter.
The Raptors' win was bolstered by strong performances from several players. Brandon Ingram led the team with 27 points, including an impressive fourth-quarter dunk over Hornets rookie Ryan Kalkbrenner. Scottie Barnes and Barrett each contributed 16 points, while Immanuel Quickley added 15 points and 10 rebounds.
In the closing moments, Ingram and Barnes made pivotal defensive plays to maintain the Raptors' lead. Ingram blocked Kalkbrenner from behind, and Barnes sealed the victory by blocking Collin Sexton's putback attempt at the buzzer.
The win extends the Raptors' winning streak to four games and marks their 8th victory in their last 9 outings. Meanwhile, the Hornets have now lost 6 of their last 7 games and are struggling on the road, with a 1-6 record away from home.




