Raptors' Quickley exits with hamstring injury in loss to Nets

Toronto guard leaves game in second quarter with right hamstring tightness

Apr. 12, 2026 at 11:39pm

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Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley was forced to exit Sunday's game against the Brooklyn Nets in the second quarter due to tightness in his right hamstring. Quickley played 17 minutes, recording 4 points, 2 rebounds, 5 assists and 2 steals before being replaced by RJ Barrett. Jamal Shead started the second half in Quickley's place as the Raptors went on to lose the game.

Why it matters

Quickley's injury is a significant concern for the Raptors, who are battling for playoff positioning in the Eastern Conference. The team will need to closely monitor his recovery and status going forward, as hamstring issues can often linger and lead to further missed time.

The details

Quickley experienced the hamstring tightness with 32.1 seconds left in the second quarter and was unable to return to the game. There was no immediate update on the severity of the injury or a timeline for his return.

  • Quickley exited the game with 32.1 seconds left in the second quarter on April 12, 2026.

The players

Immanuel Quickley

A guard for the Toronto Raptors who was forced to exit Sunday's game against the Brooklyn Nets due to right hamstring tightness.

RJ Barrett

A Raptors player who replaced Quickley in the game after he left with the injury.

Jamal Shead

The Raptors player who started the second half in place of the injured Quickley.

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What they’re saying

“Immanuel Quickley is done for the night with right hamstring tightness.”

— Blake Murphy, NBA Reporter

What’s next

The Raptors will need to further evaluate the severity of Quickley's hamstring injury and provide an update on his status and timeline for return.

The takeaway

Quickley's injury is a significant blow to the Raptors as they push for a high playoff seed in the Eastern Conference. The team will need to closely monitor his recovery and hope the issue is not too serious, as hamstring injuries can often linger and lead to extended absences.