NBA Summer League Takeaways: Warriors Rookies Suffocated by Raptors
LAS VEGAS, JUL 18 – The Raptors forced 27 turnovers and secured first place in the Las Vegas Summer League, improving to 4-0 and advancing to the semifinals, two wins from the championship.
- On Thursday night, Toronto Raptors defeated the Golden State Warriors at Las Vegas' Cox Pavilion, 81-69.
- Needing to stay undefeated, the Raptors are two wins away from a Summer League championship, highlighting their strong playoff position.
- Despite early shooting woes by Warriors, Raptors increased defensive pressure in the second half, forcing 27 turnovers.
- With the win, the Raptors clinched first place in the standings and will face the Sacramento Kings in Saturday's semifinal.
- The NBA Summer League, a proving ground for undrafted talent, showcases players like Chris Manon, who played a third straight great offensive game.
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