Raptors Cruise Past Bulls 139-109

RJ Barrett and Brandon Ingram lead Toronto to third straight win

Mar. 19, 2026 at 2:34am

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The Toronto Raptors defeated the Chicago Bulls 139-109 on Wednesday night, led by strong performances from RJ Barrett (23 points) and Brandon Ingram (18 points). The Raptors shot 57% from the field and had seven players score in double figures, while the Bulls were held to 38.5% shooting in the first half and committed 11 turnovers.

Why it matters

The win extends the Raptors' winning streak to three games as they open a five-game road trip. For the Bulls, the loss marks their third defeat in four games, raising questions about their recent struggles and the performance of key players like Josh Giddey.

The details

The Raptors jumped out to a fast start, shooting 60% in the first half and leading by as many as 38 points. Barrett scored 14 of his 23 points in the first half, while Ingram went a perfect 6-for-6 from the field. The Bulls made a brief run to cut the deficit to 12 points in the second quarter, but Toronto responded with a 17-2 run to pull away. The Raptors' balanced scoring attack, with seven players in double figures, proved too much for the struggling Bulls.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

The players

RJ Barrett

A forward for the Toronto Raptors who scored a team-high 23 points in the win.

Brandon Ingram

A forward for the Toronto Raptors who scored 18 points on 6-for-6 shooting.

Jalen Smith

A center for the Chicago Bulls who battled for rebounds against the Raptors.

Collin Sexton

A guard for the Chicago Bulls who scored 14 points in his return from a left leg injury.

Josh Giddey

A guard for the Chicago Bulls who was held to 9 points, 3 assists, and 0 rebounds after a recent hot streak.

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What’s next

The Raptors will look to extend their winning streak when they visit the Denver Nuggets on Friday night. The Bulls will host the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday, hoping to bounce back from this lopsided defeat.

The takeaway

The Raptors' balanced scoring attack and efficient shooting proved too much for the struggling Bulls, highlighting the importance of team chemistry and offensive execution in the NBA.