
What happened
Toronto lost 117-94 to Minnesota in its first game without Kawhi Leonard, and Scottie Barnes finished scoreless after going 0-for-12.
Ja'Kobe Walter started for Leonard and led the Raptors with 22 points, while RJ Barrett added 20 points and three steals.
Leonard's absence forced a lineup change, and Walter's start plus Barrett's scoring could affect Toronto's next rotation choices.
Automated brief based on the linked report. Lineup context is analysis; official starting-five labels come separately from our game data provider.
Original reporting: Yes, the Timberwolves ate the Raptors alive: Here’s why you shouldn’t panic — Yahoo Sports ↗
