The Toronto Raptors ended a 10-game losing streak against the Boston Celtics in emphatic fashion with a 110-97 victory on January 15, 2025. RJ Barrett led the charge, delivering a standout performance with 22 points, 11 rebounds, and eight assists to propel his team to the long-awaited win.
The Raptors took control in the second quarter and never looked back, dominating the Celtics on both ends of the court. Scottie Barnes contributed a solid 18 points and nine assists, while Jakob Poeltl added a double-double with 16 points and 11 rebounds. Toronto’s balanced attack and defensive intensity were key in snapping their losing streak against Boston.
“This was a complete team effort,” Barrett said after the game. “We’ve been working hard to overcome this hurdle, and tonight everything clicked.”
Boston’s offense struggled to find rhythm throughout the game. Payton Pritchard led the Celtics with 20 points off the bench, while Jayson Tatum added 16 points, 10 rebounds, and seven assists. Despite Tatum’s contributions, the Celtics were unable to recover from a subpar shooting performance, particularly in the first half.
The win marks Toronto’s third consecutive two-game winning streak of the season and provides a morale boost as they continue to fight for playoff positioning. The last time the Raptors defeated the Celtics was on March 28, 2022, making this victory especially significant for the team and its fans.
“Breaking this streak is huge for us,” Raptors coach Darko Rajaković said. “We executed well, stayed disciplined, and showed the resilience we’ve been building all season.”
Toronto’s Immanuel Quickley missed his second consecutive game due to a hip injury but is expected to return soon, adding depth to the team’s roster as they build momentum in the second half of the season.
With this win, the Raptors have sent a strong message to their rivals and their fanbase: they are ready to compete at the highest level once again.
