Canadian RJ Barrett delivered a pivotal 22-point performance, including nine crucial fourth-quarter points, to lead the Toronto Raptors to a 122-115 comeback victory over the Phoenix Suns on Friday.
Barrett, who also contributed six rebounds and five assists, helped Toronto (37-29) secure a critical win in the Eastern Conference race. All-star forward Brandon Ingram was the game's leading scorer with 36 points and seven rebounds, while Scottie Barnes added 14 points and six rebounds for the Raptors.
For the Suns (39-28), Jalen Green poured in 34 points, hitting a career-high eight three-pointers, and Devin Booker added 31. Phoenix’s four-game winning streak was halted by the loss.
The Raptors outscored the Suns 15-10 in the final four minutes, with Barrett’s driving ability leading Toronto to a dominant 60-32 advantage in paint points. Barrett’s go-ahead three-pointer with 3:35 remaining ignited the Raptors' final push.