Raptors and Heat: A Battle of Struggling Teams

In a crucial matchup, the Toronto Raptors ended their four-game losing streak by defeating the Miami Heat 106-96 at Kaseya Center. The Raptors showcased a dominant fourth quarter, outscoring the Heat 32-19 after trailing 77-74 at the start of the period.

Brandon Ingram led the Raptors with a game-high 28 points, while the team shot 47.7 percent from the field and 40 percent from three-point range. In contrast, Miami struggled offensively, shooting just 42.2 percent overall and a dismal 29 percent from beyond the arc.

Norman Powell and Bam Adebayo each scored 20 points for the Heat, but it wasn't enough as they faced their fifth consecutive loss, continuing their struggles from the previous games. The defeat reflects Miami's ongoing issues with shooting and rebounding, which have plagued them throughout this losing streak.

The Heat will look to regroup as they prepare for their next game against the Brooklyn Nets.