On January 16, 2026 the Toronto Raptors secured a 115‑108 home victory over the Los Angeles Clippers. Scott Barnes led the effort with 28 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists, while a late‑third‑quarter three‑pointer created a decisive 10‑point cushion. Turnovers in the final minutes fueled Toronto’s fast‑break points, solidifying the win and impacting both teams’ playoff positions.
Game Summary
Star Performances
Scott Barnes (Raptors) delivered a versatile night, scoring 28 points, pulling down 7 rebounds and dishing out 5 assists. His shooting from deep and aggressive drives kept the Clippers off balance.
Paul George (Clippers) contributed 27 points and 6 assists, while Kawhi Leonard added 22 points and 8 rebounds despite limited minutes due to ankle soreness.
Bench highlight for Los Angeles came from Norman Powell, who scored 12 points in 18 minutes.
Decisive Plays
- Mid‑second quarter 15‑0 run sparked by Barnes’ layup and two three‑pointers from Gary Trent Jr.
- Fourth‑quarter clutch three from Fred VanVleet with 1:42 left extended the lead to eight.
- Four turnovers by the Clippers in the last five minutes resulted in fast‑break baskets for Toronto.
Playoff Implications
Raptors Outlook
The win locks Toronto into the Eastern Conference’s eighth seed and brings them within two games of the seventh‑seeded Miami Heat. The performance validates the team’s multi‑scorer identity centered on Barnes, VanVleet and the emerging Trent Jr., proving they can execute under pressure.
Clippers Outlook
Los Angeles falls to a 48‑44 record, slipping to the 11th spot in the Western Conference and three games behind the play‑in line. The loss highlights lingering concerns over Leonard’s health and the squad’s ability to close out games, prompting Coach Tyronn Lue to consider rotation adjustments.
Looking Ahead
The Clippers head to Phoenix for their next road game, aiming to rebound against a Suns team protecting its home‑court advantage. The Raptors welcome the Boston Celtics, a matchup that could determine a direct playoff berth or a return to the play‑in tournament.
If the January 16 display is any indication, Toronto will continue to rely on versatile players like Barnes and VanVleet, while the Clippers must resolve injury issues and tighten defensive rotations to sustain a deeper postseason run.
