Sixers lose to Toronto Raptors, 118-105

Instant observations: Sixers prevail in tank battle with crucial loss to Raptors
The Sixers entered the night alone in the No. 7 spot in the lottery, which would require them jumping into the top four in order to hold onto their pick. But by falling to the Raptors, they leapfrogged Toronto and put themselves in a tie with Brooklyn for the No. 5 slot:
Sixers lose to the Toronto Raptors, 118-105, but increase their draft lottery odds
Quentin Grimes was again the Sixers’ primary offensive threat, finishing with 29 points, four rebounds, and three assists.
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Quentin Grimes again led the Sixers, posting 29 points. He’s racked up 89 over his last three games. Jeff Dowtin Jr. recorded a career-high 20 points on 9-for-14 shooting. Toronto had three 20-point scorers in A.J. Lawson (28), Jared Rhoden (25) and Orlando Robinson (25).
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