Toronto's 38-Point First Quarter Keeps Boston Chasing

Toronto erupted for 38 points in the first quarter, but Boston has clawed back with 25-23 and 21-19 edges in the next two periods. The Raptors lead 80-75 entering the fourth, with 5-5 Toronto—ranked 16th in the power index—holding off 9-2 Boston, ranked third. Jayson Tatum leads the Celtics with 19 points and seven assists, while Derrick White has added 16 points and three blocks. Alijah Martin is Toronto's standout spark, scoring 12 on 4-for-5 from three-point range; Ja'Kobe Walter also has 12, including four threes.