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The Toronto Raptors edged the Philadelphia 76ers 116–115 on January 11 at Scotiabank Arena in a defensive slugfest that finished just below the Vegas total of 219.5 points. Scottie Barnes led Toronto with 31 points, while Tyrese Maxey paced Philadelphia with 38 points in a losing effort. The 76ers shot efficiently from the field at 45.6 percent and made eight three-pointers, yet committed 22 turnovers that proved costly in the tight contest. Toronto's defense clamped down in the fourth quarter, holding Philadelphia to just 23 points after the Sixers erupted for 36 in the third. The Raptors' 48 rebounds and 29 assists anchored their ball movement despite shooting only 39.8 percent from the floor and connecting on just five three-pointers. Philadelphia's defensive rating of 99.0 ranked superior to Toronto's 101.2, but the turnover differential ultimately decided the outcome. The Raptors' one-point victory keeps them competitive in the Eastern Conference, while the 76ers' turnover troubles remain a concerning trend heading forward.
