905 Close out the Season with Victory in Greensboro
Published on March 25, 2023 under NBA G League (G League)
Raptors 905 News Release
Raptors 905 (16-16), the NBA G League affiliate of the Toronto Raptors, defeated the Greensboro Swarm (11-21) 137-126 in their season finale Saturday afternoon. The 905 were led by David Johnson (29 points, six assists, two steals) and Sterling Brown (28 points, six assists) who both secured career-highs in points. Trevon Scott led the Swarm contributing 26 points, 10 rebounds, six assists, two steals, and a block in the loss.
The Raptors 905 opened the ball game strong, leading the Swarm 20-13 in the first five minutes. The two teams traded baskets throughout the first before the visitors closed the frame up nine. The home side fought back in the second, bringing the game within two points halfway through the quarter. The 905 regained a seven-point lead before the Swarm went on a 12-0 run to close the half, taking a five-point advantage going into the break.
The 905 found their rhythm in the third quarter outscoring the home team 47-31 in the frame and taking an 11-point lead going into the final frame. The two teams went head-to-head, trading baskets as they played an evenly matched final quarter. The Swarm mounted their comeback bid late in the fourth but were stifled by the 905's defense.
The 905 received complementary scoring from Gabe Brown who added 21 points, four rebounds, three assists, and a steal in the victory. Kobi Simmons paced the Swarm with 24 points, six rebounds, and 11 assists in the match.
The Raptors 905 and Greensboro Swarm have been eliminated from playoff contention.
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