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Toronto Raptors struggle in preseason loss to Miami Heat in Quebec City

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 7:33 PM

Last updated Oct 4, 2026

Toronto Raptors struggle in preseason loss to Miami Heat in Quebec City

Summary

The Toronto Raptors faced the Miami Heat in Quebec City on October 4, where they lost 129-105 in their preseason opener. This game highlighted the challenges faced by Toronto's third-string players as they compete for remaining roster spots. Malachi Smith struggled offensively, finishing with 7 points on poor shooting. Nimari Burnett experienced similar issues, going 2-for-10 with four turnovers. In contrast, Jaden Bradley and Jamal Shead showed promise, with Shead contributing significantly despite a shaky shooting night. As the team heads toward final roster decisions, upcoming preseason games will be critical for players like Smith and Burnett to demonstrate their abilities.

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By the Numbers

•Miami defeated Toronto 129-105 in a preseason game on October 4.
•Malachi Smith shot 3-for-11, scoring 7 points.
•Nimari Burnett went 2-for-10, adding four turnovers.
•Jaden Bradley scored 9 points with efficient shooting.
•Next preseason games are critical for players vying for roster spots.

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7:33 PMYahoo Sports — Toronto’s Third-String Players Got a Reality Check in Their Preseason Debut

What they're saying

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Miami beat Toronto 129-105 on Saturday in Quebec City, but the final score wasn't really the story out of the Raptors' first preseason game. Toronto's Third-String Players Received a Reality Check With Toronto narrowing down the final roster in training camp and preseason games, the Raptors' third-string hopefuls got their first taste of NBA-level speed. …
— Yahoo Sports

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