Pascal Siakam orchestrated a remarkable comeback, scoring a season-high 39 points as the Toronto Raptors (5-5) overcame a 23-point deficit to secure a thrilling 111-107 win against the struggling Washington Wizards (2-8) on Monday night.
Siakam’s explosive performance, particularly his 22 points in the third quarter, fueled Toronto’s comeback, accompanied by an impressive 11 rebounds.
Despite a stellar effort from Washington’s Kyle Kuzma, who scored a season-high 34 points, the Wizards crumbled in the final moments, surrendering a late lead to the Raptors.
Washington, leading 107-95 with 5:47 left in the fourth quarter, failed to score again, missing their final 10 shots and suffering their seventh loss in eight games.
Scottie Barnes contributed 19 points, Jakob Poeltl added 13, and Precious Achiuwa chipped in 10 points, supporting Siakam in the Raptors’ triumph.
In a nail-biting finish, Dennis Schroder, despite a challenging shooting night (1 for 12), secured the win with two crucial free throws in the final seconds.
Toronto played without O.G. Anunoby due to a cut finger, and Gary Trent Jr. remained sidelined for the second consecutive game due to plantar fasciitis in his right foot.
