The Raptors’ winning streak came to an end at eight on Saturday in Toronto after the Denver Nuggets thumped 110-109.
The crowd favorites had a chance to extend their streak, but missed their chance on their last offensive possession of the game.
In the duel of the day, Nikola Jokic, the most valuable player in the NBA last season, was responsible for slowing down the team of the hour with a performance of 28 points, 15 rebounds and six assists.
On the side of the Raptors, Pascal Siakam and Fred VanVleet replied to Jokic, respectively with 35 and 25 points. The first even completed his double-double, by virtue of his 10 rebounds, but in vain.
For their part, Quebecers Chris Boucher and Khem Birch each scored four points, respectively in 15 min 55 s and 17 min 54 s.
Nick Nurse’s men will get a chance to start another winning streak on Monday when they visit the New Orleans Pelicans.
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