The Toronto Raptors suffered their sixth consecutive loss on Thursday, falling 101-94 to the Brooklyn Nets in a game where their offence faltered late. Cam Johnson led the Nets’ comeback, scoring 15 of his game-high 33 points in the fourth quarter, including a decisive 13-4 run in the final 2:24. Johnson also added 10 rebounds and six assists, helping the Nets (11-16) snap their three-game losing streak.

Scottie Barnes, returning from a sprained right ankle that kept him sidelined for 10 days, contributed 16 points, six assists, and three rebounds. However, his fourth quarter was marred by two points, two turnovers, and three personal fouls. “That’s the quarter where we really need to lock in and get stops,” Barnes said post-game, lamenting their inability to contain Johnson or avoid fouls in the closing minutes.

The Raptors (7-21), fielding their youngest starting lineup in franchise history at an average age of 22 years and 187 days, leaned on rookies Ja’Kobe Walter and Jonathan Mogbo. Ochai Agbaji, the team’s oldest starter at 24, led Toronto with 20 points, while Gradey Dick added 19 points, each hitting four three-pointers.

Brooklyn’s Nic Claxton was ejected early in the second quarter after throwing a ball into the stands in frustration following a foul. Nets coach Jordi Fernandez addressed the incident, emphasizing the need for composure, saying, “The team needs him, his teammates need him.”

Despite Barnes’ quick recovery from what initially appeared to be a serious injury, the game also saw him take an elbow to the hip, leaving him sore afterward. The Raptors, battling injuries and absences—including RJ Barrett (illness) and Davion Mitchell (shoulder strain)—continue their rebuilding efforts with a youthful core but remain in search of stability as the season progresses.