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Scottie Barnes’ masterpiece leads Raptors to overtime victory

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December 28, 2025

Dec 28, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) reacts against the Golden State Warriors during the fourth quarter at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

The Toronto Raptors and Golden State Warriors engaged in an intense battle today, one that went into overtime. The Raptors outlasted the Warriors 141-127, thanks to a career performance from Scottie Barnes.

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Barnes dropped 23 points, a career-high 25 rebounds, and 10 assists. Toronto outscored Golden State 19-5 in overtime to secure the win.

For the Warriors, Stephen Curry put up his usual dominant game with 39 points, but it wasn’t enough. The loss highlighted ongoing struggles for the Warriors, while providing momentum to the Raptors as they head into the new year.

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About the Author Published Dec 28, 2025

TITAN FREY

Titan Frey is a dedicated father to three wonderful children, whom he takes immense pride in. His passions include reading, writing, basketball, both playing and watching, and playing chess. Titan spent five years working as a journalist for the basketball website fadeawayworld.net, where he served as editor-in-chief for four and a half years. One of his most notable achievements was interviewing Chuck Cooper III, the son of Chuck Cooper, the first African American ever drafted by an NBA team, and writing a biography that has been praised as the most definitive article about Cooper’s legacy. Titan is the author of more than ten novels and the screenwriter of three produced short films. His newest young adult novel, Echoes of the Hardwood: Braxton Foxworthy’s Time‑Travelling Book Report, blends basketball history with heartfelt storytelling and is now available. Order here: https://a.co/d/bo7BYz1