The Toronto Raptors are leaving the state of Texas disappointed after losing to the San Antonio Spurs 121-103 on Monday night inside Frost Bank Center.
The Raptors fell behind double digits early against the Spurs, forcing them to play from behind for the entire night. The Spurs led wire-to-wire, with their biggest lead coming late in the second quarter when they were up by 22.
The Raptors chipped away during the second half and even got to within single digits midway through the fourth quarter. However, they never trailed by less than eight points.
Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley dribbles against San Antonio Spurs forward Julian Champagnie. / Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images
The Spurs were led by Victor Wembanyama, who had 24 points and 15 rebounds as he helped his team get to 4-0 on the young season.
Meanwhile, the Raptors had another strong showing from RJ Barrett, who scored a team-high 25 points. Brandon Ingram added 14, but Scottie Barnes struggled, managing only eight points.
The Raptors will now return home where they will host the Houston Rockets. Tipoff is scheduled for Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. ET inside Scotiabank Arena.