Recap ·
October 5, 2026
Raptors edge Pelicans 97-95
Kawhi Leonard had 26 points as the Raptors improved to 1-0.
Kawhi Leonard had 26 points, and the Raptors held on to beat the Pelicans 97-95.
There were 9 lead changes and 6 ties.
Scottie Barnes added 21 points and 13 rebounds for the Raptors. Byron Freeman led the Pelicans with 24 points and 6 assists on 11-of-17 shooting.
Zion Williamson left with a shoulder strain and is expected to miss two games.
The Raptors are 1-0; the Pelicans fall to 0-1.