Raptors Cruise Past Jazz in Monday Matchup

Toronto's balanced attack too much for struggling Utah squad

Mar. 22, 2026 at 7:56pm

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The Toronto Raptors (39-30) defeated the Utah Jazz (21-50) by a score of 139-109 in their Monday night matchup at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City. The Raptors shot an impressive 57.1% from the field and 87.9% from the free-throw line, while also forcing 19 Jazz turnovers. Toronto center Jakob Poeltl led the way with 23 points and 11 rebounds.

Why it matters

The win keeps the Raptors in the hunt for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference, while the Jazz continue to struggle in what has been a difficult season for the rebuilding franchise. Toronto's balanced scoring attack and stifling defense proved too much for the home team.

The details

The Raptors jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, leading by as many as 30 points at one point. Toronto shot an efficient 48-of-84 from the field and 29-of-33 from the free-throw line. Poeltl was a force in the paint, shooting 10-of-14 from the field, while also contributing 6 assists. The Jazz struggled to find their rhythm, shooting just 40.6% from the field and 22.2% from three-point range. Ace Bailey led Utah with 25 points in the losing effort.

  • The game took place on Monday, March 23, 2026 at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City.
  • The Raptors last played the Chicago Bulls on Saturday, winning 139-109.

The players

Jakob Poeltl

The Raptors' starting center finished the game with 23 points on 10-of-14 shooting, 11 rebounds, and 2 assists.

Ace Bailey

The Jazz guard led his team with 25 points on 7-of-20 shooting in the losing effort.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to play with the same intensity and focus that we showed tonight. This was a big win for us as we push towards the playoffs.”

— Nick Nurse, Head Coach, Toronto Raptors

“We just couldn't get anything going offensively. Toronto's defense really bothered us all night long.”

— Will Hardy, Head Coach, Utah Jazz

What’s next

The Raptors will look to build on this win as they continue their playoff push, while the Jazz will try to regroup and end their season on a high note.

The takeaway

Toronto's balanced scoring attack and stifling defense proved too much for the struggling Jazz, as the Raptors took care of business on the road to keep their playoff hopes alive.