Scottie Barnes scores career-high 40 points in Raptors' NBA Cup opener

Toronto holds a one-point fourth-quarter lead.

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What happened: Scottie Barnes reached a His scoring performance pushed the Toronto Raptors ahead by one point in the fourth quarter.

Why it matters: The milestone marks a new single-game scoring benchmark for Barnes as Toronto opens group play in the Emirates NBA Cup. The Raptors carried a 3-1 regular-season record into the matchup following a decisive victory earlier in the week.

By the numbers: Toronto entered Friday with a 3-1 record after a 129-99 victory on Oct. 28, while Barnes' 40 points established his new single-game

What to watch: Toronto looks to protect its fourth-quarter margin and secure an opening win in East Group A play.

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