Here are 10 takeaways from the Toronto Raptors’ 99-96 loss to the Charlotte Hornets.
One — Horrendous: This was an uncharacteristic performance by the Raptors, who couldn’t muster the composure nor the focus to win this game, which is antithetical to their season. Sure, the Raptors closed the gap in the second half and even took the lead late, but they never found a rhythm. The Hornets left the door wide open so many times, but each time the Raptors were undone by unforced mistakes. Bad shots, missed rotations, and a wholly needless foul doomed them on a night where they did not deserve the win.