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Ja'Kobe Walter's Four Threes Give Raptors a 38-29 Edge
November 12, 2026 · 12:45 AM
Toronto’s first-quarter shooting has put the ninth-ranked Celtics on the back foot, with Ja'Kobe Walter leading the charge.
The Raptors opened a 38-29 lead over Boston after the first quarter on Wednesday, building momentum with a nine-point scoring edge. Ja'Kobe Walter poured in 12 points in 7:45, making four of his five three-point attempts. Jamison Battle added six points on two-for-three shooting from deep, while Alijah Martin hit both of his three-point tries for six points. Toronto, ranked 16th in the power index at 5-5, has the early advantage against a Celtics team ranked third at 9-2; Jayson Tatum leads Boston with eight points and four assists.
Key Performers
Ja'Kobe Walter (Toronto): 12 points, 4-for-5 from three Jamison Battle (Toronto): 6 points, 2-for-3 from three Jayson Tatum (Boston): 8 points, 4 assists