The Toronto Raptors suffered a disappointing defeat against the Milwaukee Bucks, losing 128-104 at Scotiabank Arena. Despite returning star RJ Barrett leading the Raptors with 25 points following a recent illness, the team struggled to perform, highlighting their lack of effort as a critical issue. Barrett emphasized the need for improvement, noting that the team cannot continue to make excuses for their poor performances, having lost 13 of their last 14 games. The Raptors had their starters on the floor together for the first time this season, yet they failed to capitalize on the opportunity.

The Bucks dominated the three-point shooting game, hitting 22 of 44 attempts compared to the Raptors' 9 of 35. Coach Darko Rajakovic acknowledged the Bucks' strong shooting percentage and the challenge of defending their star player, Giannis Antetokounmpo, who managed a triple-double with 11 points, 12 rebounds, and a season-high 13 assists. Despite playing only 28 minutes due to a knee issue, Antetokounmpo's contributions were pivotal in securing the win for Milwaukee.