DeMar DeRozan scores 24, Raptors dismantle 76ers
The Toronto Raptors were on fire in this game, finishing 43-76 (56.6%), to dominate the Philadelphia 76ers, 120-88. This is the second win in as many games for Toronto (6-1) after beating Washington on Friday.
DeMar DeRozan scored 24 points on 8-12 shooting from the field and 8-8 from the free throw line, in a strong performance. Other key performers for Toronto were Terrence Ross with 17 points and five rebounds, and Greivis Vasquez with 13 points and six assists. Despite the loss, Tony Wroten put up 18 points for Philadelphia on 6-16 shooting (1-4 on 3-point attempts), in addition to going 5-7 from the free throw line.
Along with their eFG% of 61.2%, the Raptors connected at a rate of 41.2% from 3-point range. On the season, they are 1-0 when they record marks above 55% and 40% in those respective categories. Conversely, the 76ers are winless (0-3) when allowing their opponents to reach those percentages.
Coming up, the Raptors play the Orlando Magic, who are 2-5 on the season. The 76ers match up against the Dallas Mavericks, currently sitting at 4-3 this year. The Raptors have a 1-0 record against Orlando this season.
