Toronto Raptors celebrate spectacular home win without Pöltl!

Toronto Raptors celebrate spectacular home win without Pöltl!

The Toronto Raptors won their final home game of the season on April 10, 2025 with an impressive 126-96 victory against the Charlotte Hornets. Despite the absence of Jakob Pöltl, who injured his right hand and was unable to play, the Raptors showed a strong performance. Laola1 reports from an outstanding performance by Jared Rhoden, who scored 23 points as the most successful thrower.

Another highlight of the game was the performance of Jonathan Mogbo, who became the first rookie in franchise history to record a triple-double. He demonstrated his exceptional skills with 17 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists. This meeting was the Raptors' 80th this season and their 30th win, making them one of the more successful teams of the year.

More NBA results

There were also some notable results in other league games on the same day. The Oklahoma City Thunder won 125:112 against the Phoenix Suns, with Jalen Williams being the game's top scorer with 33 points. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was forced to sit out due to an injury. Basketball Reference lists the statistics for these games.

The Los Angeles Lakers won against the Dallas Mavericks 112:97, led by Luka Doncic, who scored 45 points in this game, equaling his season best. The emotional highlight video before the game provided additional motivation. The Golden State Warriors also suffered a setback in the playoff race when they lost to the San Antonio Spurs 111:114, while Stephen Curry scored 30 points, but it was not enough to win.

Playoff outlook

The focus now turns to the upcoming games, with the Raptors' next match against the Dallas Mavericks on Friday and the conclusion of the season on Sunday against the San Antonio Spurs. The NBA regular season ends on April 13, 2025, before the play-in tournaments begin on April 15 and the playoffs begin on April 19. BasketballReference provides a comprehensive overview of current playoff probabilities and team performance.

The Raptors not only picked up important points with their impressive win, but also boosted their confidence heading into the crucial games of the season. The coming days will be crucial to secure position in the table and secure a place in the playoffs.