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Raptors’ bench full of fight in final preseason game

The Toronto Raptors wrapped up their preseason with a gritty 129–125 loss to the Detroit Pistons, but the focus was squarely on their young bench unit. Starting five Allen Graves, Alijah Martin, Trayce Jackson-Davis, Jaden Bradley, and Nimari Burnett carried the load, with Martin and Malachi Smith leading early scoring.

Martin, in particular, flashed scoring potential with 15 first-half points before sitting, while Graves—still refining his shot—delivered 9 points, 8 rebounds, and two defensive plays in just his rookie campaign. Jackson-Davis chipped in with 23 points and a perfect free-throw rate (minus one intentional miss), while Burnett added 17 points and 5 boards, showcasing the depth’s emerging talent.

Despite occasional turnovers and missed opportunities, the Raptors’ bench fought hard, even reclaiming possession after a loose ball and finishing with a three-pointer midway through the first half. The Pistons, meanwhile, leaned on their starters, offering a glimpse of their regular-season rotation as Toronto’s depth held its own against a more experienced lineup.

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