April 4th - The Raptors defeated the Grizzlies 128-96. Barrett scored 25 points, 3 rebounds, and 4 assists, while Boyles added 19 points, 4 rebounds, and 1 assist. For the Grizzlies, Jackson Jr. contributed 30 points, 5 rebounds, and 1 assist, while Cowward had 15 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 assist.

In the first quarter, the Raptors established a lead thanks to Barrett and his teammates' inside-outside scoring, while the Grizzlies, led by Jackson, gradually found their offensive rhythm. At the end of the first quarter, the Raptors led 26-21. In the second quarter, the Grizzlies briefly took the lead, but the Raptors stabilized the situation with a crucial three-pointer from Barrett. Ingram and Boyles then scored consecutively, allowing the Raptors to widen the gap again. At halftime, the Raptors led 59-41.

After switching sides, the Raptors quickly extended their lead to over 30 points. Although the Grizzlies relied on Jackson II to keep them afloat, the overall difference in strength was obvious. After three quarters, the Raptors led 96-72 . In the final quarter, the Raptors' bench maintained their offensive efficiency, further widening their lead. The Grizzlies were unable to recover, and ultimately, the Raptors defeated the Grizzlies 128-96 .

Raptors player statistics

Barrett 25 points, 3 rebounds, 4 assists; Boyles 19 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist; Ingram 17 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists; Shedder 11 points, 1 rebound, 6 assists; Mamukirashvili 10 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists; Barnes 10 points, 3 rebounds, 6 assists; Lawson 8 points, 3 rebounds; Poeltl 8 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists

Grizzlies player statistics

Jackson II 30 points, 5 rebounds, 1 assist; Cowward 15 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assist; Small 14 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists; Hendricks 9 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist; Whitehead 8 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists; Williamson 5 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists; Lüper 4 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist

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