"At first, it seemed like Orlando was on track to take care of business against a Raptors squad that had come out of the Warriors game feeling low on gas and steam. But Toronto rallied the troops and mounted a daunting effort to overcome a comfortable 21-point lead by the Magic. This turnaround represents the largest comeback for Toronto in the 2025-26 campaign to date."
"Desmond Bane quickly went on a hot offensive streak in the first half, scoring 18 points on 6-for-13 shooting from the field. Paolo Banchero also made an impressive impact at halftime with 15 points and seven rebounds. On the other side for Toronto, stars Brandon Ingram, Scottie Barnes, and Immanuel Quickley struggled to find their shooting rhythm. Aside from notable contributions from Jamal Shead and Gradey Dick, the broadcast panelists pointed out that Toronto appeared to be just a step behind."
Toronto experienced an unsteady December but regained momentum with consecutive statement wins, including an overtime victory over Golden State and a comeback versus Orlando. The Raptors erased a 21-point deficit, marking the largest comeback of the 2025-26 campaign to date. Desmond Bane went on a hot first-half streak, scoring 18 points on 6-for-13 shooting, while Paolo Banchero had 15 points and seven rebounds at halftime. Toronto starters Brandon Ingram, Scottie Barnes, and Immanuel Quickley struggled early, with Jamal Shead and Gradey Dick providing notable support. At halftime Orlando shot 42.9 percent overall and 41.2 percent from three, while Toronto shot 35.2 percent and 25.0 percent from beyond the arc, before Toronto ramped up effort in the second half and carried momentum into the homestand and New Year's Eve game.
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