A.J. Lawson’s Career Night Propels Raptors to Victory Over Wizards

Toronto native A.J. Lawson sets career highs in points and rebounds, leading the Raptors to a record-breaking rebounding performance.

A.J. Lawson scored a career-high 32 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, becoming one of four Raptors to record a double-double in the 119-104 win over the Wizards.
The Raptors set a franchise record with 73 total rebounds, the most by any NBA team this season, including 28 offensive boards that led to 33 second-chance points.
Lawson, a Brampton native on a two-way contract, highlighted the significance of achieving this milestone while playing for his hometown team alongside childhood friend RJ Barrett.
The Wizards’ Bilal Coulibaly exited the game with a hamstring injury after a hard fall in the first quarter, while the Raptors overcame a depleted roster to secure the win.
Toronto improved to 22-43 following the victory and will conclude their homestand against the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday.