Raptors Edge Pacers in Nail-Biter at Scotiabank Arena
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · Scotiabank Arena
Toronto Raptors 97, Indiana Pacers 95, final. Today's NBA pick is already sealed, as a hash, before kickoff.
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Who won Indiana Pacers vs Toronto Raptors?
Toronto Raptors beat Indiana Pacers 97-95 at Scotiabank Arena on November 26, 2025.
Who was favored in Indiana Pacers vs Toronto Raptors?
Toronto Raptors were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -440 (about 81% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Toronto Raptors narrowly defeated the Indiana Pacers 97-95 at Scotiabank Arena on November 27, 2025. This victory extends Toronto's lead in the season series against Indiana to 3-0, showcasing their dominance over the Pacers this season.
Toronto entered the game with a strong home record of 14-5, having won eight consecutive games, including a 110-99 win against the Cleveland Cavaliers just two days prior. The Raptors have been particularly impressive at home, boasting a record of 4-0 in their last four home games and averaging 120.3 points while allowing just 109.8 points over their last ten games. In contrast, the Pacers struggled significantly, holding a dismal away record of 2-16 and having lost their last two games, including a 117-122 defeat against the Detroit Pistons.
The Raptors' recent form has seen them score an average of 120.0 points while allowing 107.6 points in their last five games, reflecting their offensive prowess. Meanwhile, the Pacers have averaged only 108.8 points while conceding 124.4 points in their last ten games, indicating their defensive vulnerabilities.
Historically, the Raptors have performed well against the Pacers, winning three of their last four meetings. The previous encounter on November 16, 2025, saw Toronto triumph with a convincing 129-111 victory. This trend continued in the latest matchup, where both teams exchanged leads multiple times, but Toronto managed to secure the win in the final moments.
In terms of injuries, Toronto had several players listed as day-to-day, including Nate Bittle, Alijah Martin, Chucky Hepburn, Collin Murray-Boyles, and Immanuel Quickley, all dealing with knee or hamstring issues. Indiana's Tyrese Haliburton was also day-to-day with an Achilles injury, while Johnny Furphy was ruled out with a knee injury. The availability of these key players could impact the teams' performances moving forward.
The betting market reflected Toronto's strong position, with DraftKings setting the odds at TOR -9.5, suggesting a significant expectation for the Raptors to win by a margin. The total points line was set at 233.5, indicating a belief in a high-scoring game, though the final score fell short of that expectation.
The conditions at Scotiabank Arena were conducive to basketball, with a packed crowd supporting the Raptors. Fans witnessed a thrilling fourth quarter, where the score was tied at 90-90 before Scottie Barnes made critical free throws to give Toronto a slight edge. Brandon Ingram played a pivotal role for the Raptors, scoring crucial baskets in the closing moments, including a 14-foot pullup jump shot that sealed the victory.
Viewers should note the intense back-and-forth nature of the game, particularly in the final minutes, where both teams displayed resilience and determination. The Raptors' ability to execute under pressure ultimately made the difference, allowing them to maintain their strong home record and continue their winning streak.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TOR -9.5 | 233.5 o -115 / u -105 | Indiana Pacers +340 · Toronto Raptors -440 |
Injury report
- Nate BittleDay-To-DayKneeToronto Raptors
- Alijah MartinDay-To-DayKneeToronto Raptors
- Chucky HepburnDay-To-DayKneeToronto Raptors
- Collin Murray-BoylesDay-To-DayFingerToronto Raptors
- Immanuel QuickleyDay-To-DayHamstringToronto Raptors
- Tyrese HaliburtonDay-To-DayAchillesIndiana Pacers
- Johnny FurphyOutKneeIndiana Pacers
Leaders
- PointsBrandon Ingram26Toronto Raptors
- AssistsImmanuel Quickley6Toronto Raptors
- ReboundsScottie Barnes10Toronto Raptors
- PointsT.J. McConnell16Indiana Pacers
- AssistsT.J. McConnell6Indiana Pacers
- ReboundsJarace Walker9Indiana Pacers
Recent form
Toronto Raptors
Last 10: 9-1Streak W8120.3 scored · 109.8 allowed per game4-0 at home
- W110-99vs Cleveland CavaliersNov 25
- W119-109vs Brooklyn NetsNov 23
- W140-110vs Washington WizardsNov 22
- W121-112at Philadelphia 76ersNov 20
- W110-108vs Charlotte HornetsNov 18
- W129-111at Indiana PacersNov 16
- W126-113at Cleveland CavaliersNov 14
- W119-109at Brooklyn NetsNov 12
- L120-130at Philadelphia 76ersNov 9
- W109-97at Atlanta HawksNov 8
Indiana Pacers
Last 10: 1-9Streak L2108.8 scored · 124.4 allowed per game0-6 away
- L117-122vs Detroit PistonsNov 25
- L109-120at Cleveland CavaliersNov 22
- W127-118vs Charlotte HornetsNov 20
- L112-127at Detroit PistonsNov 18
- L111-129vs Toronto RaptorsNov 16
- L98-133at Phoenix SunsNov 14
- L128-152at Utah JazzNov 12
- L83-114at Golden State WarriorsNov 10
- L100-117at Denver NuggetsNov 9
- L103-112vs Brooklyn NetsNov 6
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | - | 22 | W3 | .732 | 60 |
| Cleveland | 8 | 30 | W1 | .634 | 52 |
| Milwaukee | 28 | 50 | L1 | .390 | 32 |
| Chicago | 29 | 51 | L2 | .378 | 31 |
| Indiana | 41 | 63 | L2 | .232 | 19 |
| Boston | - | 26 | W2 | .683 | 56 |
| New York | 3 | 29 | L1 | .646 | 53 |
| Toronto | 10 | 36 | W1 | .561 | 46 |
| Philadelphia | 11 | 37 | W2 | .549 | 45 |
| Brooklyn | 36 | 62 | L3 | .244 | 20 |
Box score
| Stat | Indiana Pacers | Toronto Raptors |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 35-78 | 35-90 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 11-33 | 5-26 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 19 |
| Free throws | 14-23 | 22-27 |
| Free throw % | 61 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 48 |
| Offensive rebounds | 3 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 40 | 36 |
| Assists | 20 | 18 |
| Steals | 7 | 9 |
| Blocks | 7 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 40 | 46 |
| Fouls | 22 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 13 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter54-65T.J. McConnell makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter54-67Jakob Poeltl makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter56-67Pascal Siakam makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter56-69Immanuel Quickley makes 11-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter58-69T.J. McConnell makes 6-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter60-69Ben Sheppard makes two point shot (T.J. McConnell assists)
- 3rd Quarter60-71Brandon Ingram makes 18-foot driving floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter60-72Brandon Ingram makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter62-72T.J. McConnell makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter62-74Ja'Kobe Walter makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter65-74Ben Sheppard makes 25-foot three point jumper (T.J. McConnell assists)
- 3rd Quarter67-74Jarace Walker makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter70-74Ben Sheppard makes 27-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Jackson assists)
- 3rd Quarter70-75Scottie Barnes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter70-76Scottie Barnes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter72-76Isaiah Jackson makes two point shot (T.J. McConnell assists)
- 4th Quarter75-76Bennedict Mathurin makes 26-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter75-78Immanuel Quickley makes 11-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter75-79Immanuel Quickley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter78-79Bennedict Mathurin makes 24-foot three point jumper (T.J. McConnell assists)
- 4th Quarter78-81Immanuel Quickley makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter80-81T.J. McConnell makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter83-81Bennedict Mathurin makes 26-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter83-83Sandro Mamukelashvili makes two point shot (Immanuel Quickley assists)
- 4th Quarter85-83T.J. McConnell makes 2-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter86-83Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter86-85Ja'Kobe Walter makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter88-85Jay Huff makes 1-foot alley oop dunk shot (Bennedict Mathurin assists)
- 4th Quarter88-87Scottie Barnes makes 15-foot jumper (Immanuel Quickley assists)
- 4th Quarter90-87Andrew Nembhard makes 8-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter90-88Scottie Barnes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter90-89Scottie Barnes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter90-90Scottie Barnes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter90-91Scottie Barnes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter91-91Jay Huff makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter91-93Brandon Ingram makes 6-foot two point shot (Immanuel Quickley assists)
- 4th Quarter93-93Jay Huff makes driving dunk (Andrew Nembhard assists)
- 4th Quarter93-95Brandon Ingram makes 21-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter95-95T.J. McConnell makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter95-97Brandon Ingram makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
Win probability
Above the line favours Toronto Raptors, below favours Indiana Pacers.
Venue
- Scotiabank ArenaToronto, ON
- Attendance18484
- OfficialsCourtney Kirkland, Marat Kogut, Sha'Rae Mitchell
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