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The Toronto Raptors edged the Milwaukee Bucks 111–105 on December 18 at Fiserv Forum, with Scottie Barnes and Brandon Ingram combining for 53 points to power the road victory. Ingram led all scorers with 29 points, while Barnes added 24 as Toronto's balanced offensive attack produced a 50% field-goal percentage and 31 assists. The Raptors dominated the glass, out-rebounding Milwaukee 45–38, and established early control with a 31-point first quarter that set the tone throughout. Despite Bobby Portis (24 points) and Keldon Porter Jr. (22 points) keeping the Bucks competitive, Milwaukee's 45.2% shooting and 15 three-pointers made fell short, hampered by a 114.2 defensive rating that proved costly. The game finished well below the 218.5 Vegas total, as both teams combined for 32 turnovers and struggled to maintain offensive rhythm in the second and third quarters. Toronto's 114.2 offensive rating and suffocating 107.1 defensive rating underscored their defensive execution, particularly in limiting Milwaukee's second-half scoring. The win extends Toronto's road form as a potential playoff contender in the Eastern Conference.
