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Recap - Raptors Defeat Houston 117-115

Houston was victimized for 29 points and 12 rebounds by Pascal Siakam as the Raptors defeated the Rockets 117-115 in NBA action on Friday.

Toronto did not, however, defeat the Rockets against the spread, which closed at -12.0 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 228.0.

Gary Trent Jr. had 26 points for Toronto and Scottie Barnes chipped in with 16 points. Pascal Siakam had 7 assists for the Raptors, while Pascal Siakam was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.

The Rockets got a 35-point performance from Kevin Porter Jr., who was supported by 20 points from Josh Christopher. Kevin Porter Jr. had 4 assists in a losing cause for Houston, while Kevin Porter Jr. grabbed 10 rebounds.

The Raptors hit the break losing 66-57 before taking care of business in the second half.

Toronto heads into a battle against the Knicks. Houston, meanwhile, will have their next action against Atlanta.