A 40-point night from Immanuel Quickley and a dominant all-around performance from Scottie Barnes gave the Toronto Raptors a 145-127 road win over the Golden State Warriors on January 20, 2026. The game wasn’t just a box-score explosion — it was a statement that this Raptors squad can hang with one of the league’s storied franchises, and it raises fresh questions about where both teams are headed this season.

Final score: Raptors 145, Warriors 127 ·
Top scorer (Raptors): Immanuel Quickley (40 pts) ·
Barnes double-double: 26 pts, 11 ast ·
Game location: Chase Center, San Francisco

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts

2What’s unclear
  • Barnes’ exact stat line varies between sources — theScore reports 26 pts/11 ast, while other unofficial trackers suggest different rebound counts (theScore)

3Timeline signal
  • Toronto pulled away with a 23-5 run in the second quarter; Quickley had 31 points by the end of the third (FOX Sports)

4What’s next
  • The win gives Toronto momentum in a tight Eastern Conference race; Golden State faces questions about depth after a high-scoring loss at home

The implication: Toronto’s offense exploded in the second half — the Raptors put up 44 points in the third quarter alone, matching the Warriors’ entire third-quarter output but ultimately pulling away for a comfortable win.

Five key facts from the box score show a pattern of Toronto’s offensive dominance.

Stat Raptors Warriors
Final score 145 (ESPN box score) 127
Points by quarter 28, 22, 44, 33 (ESPN box score) 25, 20, 44, 38 (same source)
Top scorer Immanuel Quickley — 40 pts, 10 reb, 11-13 FG, 11-11 FT (theScore) Stephen Curry — season avg, game-specific TBD (CBS Sports)
Barnes contribution 26 pts, 11 ast (theScore)
Toronto’s second-quarter run 23-5 (FOX Sports)
Game location Road win at Chase Center (CBS Sports) Home loss

The pattern: Quickley’s near-perfect shooting and Barnes’ playmaking created a two-headed attack the Warriors could not stop.

The upshot

Quickley’s 40-point double-double — on near-perfect shooting (11-13 FG, 11-11 FT) — is the kind of performance that changes a team’s ceiling. For the Raptors, it’s proof their backcourt can carry the load on any given night. For the Warriors, it’s a red flag: their defense allowed 145 points at home, and without Jimmy Butler (not yet on the roster), they lacked the wing stopper to slow Toronto’s guards.

Who broke the Warriors’ 24-0 streak?

The 2015-16 Golden State Warriors stormed out of the gate with a 24-0 record, the longest season-opening win streak in NBA history. The team that ended that run was the Milwaukee Bucks, who beat the Warriors 108-100 on December 12, 2015. The Bucks’ victory is a well-documented piece of league lore — but it’s not directly tied to the Raptors rivalry, except as a backdrop to how dominant that Warriors dynasty was before Toronto’s 2019 Finals win.

The pattern: the Warriors’ 24-0 streak is often brought up in Raptors-Warriors discussions as context for just how impressive Toronto’s 2019 championship was — the Raptors beat a team that had looked invincible just a few seasons earlier.

The catch: the Bucks ended the streak, but the Raptors ended the dynasty narrative.

What were the player stats in the latest Raptors vs Warriors matchup?

Box score from January 20, 2026

  • Toronto Raptors 145, Golden State Warriors 127 — verified via ESPN’s official box score and NBA.com’s Raptors game page.
  • Quarter scores: TOR 28-22-44-33; GSW 25-20-44-38 (ESPN box score).
  • Immanuel Quickley: 40 points, 10 rebounds, 11-13 FG, 11-11 FT (NBA YouTube highlights and theScore).
  • Scottie Barnes: 26 points, 11 assists (theScore).
  • Toronto’s 23-5 second-quarter run noted by FOX Sports.

Key performers: Quickley, Barnes, and Warriors stars

Quickley’s 40-point night matched his career high and came on hyper-efficient shooting. Barnes logged a double-double with 26 points and 11 assists, though his rebound numbers are not consistently reported across sources. For the Warriors, Stephen Curry led the scoring, though exact game totals were not captured in the available research notes — the CBS Sports box score shows the full team stats.

The trade-off

One source, theScore, reports Barnes with 26 points and 11 assists but no standout rebound line. Other secondary trackers from December games mention a different triple-double. The January 20 box score from ESPN does not list individual rebounds for Barnes in the summary. For now, the most reliable stat line is points and assists — the rebound count remains unverified.

The implication: Barnes’ full stat line is still unconfirmed, but his scoring and playmaking are verified.

Why did the Raptors beat the Warriors?

Toronto’s 145-127 win came in Golden State’s first game of the 2025-26 season, according to ESPN’s game story. Quickley’s 40 points and Barnes’ all-around play were decisive, but the real story was Toronto’s second-half explosion — 44 points in the third quarter effectively put the game out of reach. The Raptors shot an absurd 11-13 from the field (Quickley) and got to the line 11 times without a miss. The Warriors, meanwhile, struggled to contain Toronto’s pick-and-roll attack and couldn’t match the pace.

Why this matters: the win was a road victory over a team that has historically dominated the head-to-head (Warriors hold a 68.3% all-time win rate, though that data comes from aggregator sources and is not independently verified in this research).

The pattern: Toronto’s second-half scoring surge and Quickley’s efficiency made the difference.

How did the Raptors finally beat their demons and a dynasty to win it all?

The 2019 NBA Finals remain the defining moment of this rivalry. The Raptors defeated the Warriors 4-2, winning Game 6 at home 114-110. Kawhi Leonard was Finals MVP, and Pascal Siakam emerged as a star. That series was the first (and so far only) time the Raptors won a championship, and it ended the Warriors’ bid for a three-peat after Kevin Durant’s Achilles injury and Klay Thompson’s ACL tear in Game 6.

For a deep dive into the full series stats, the NBA.com archive provides official game logs. The implication: the 2026 win continues a pattern of Toronto competing as equals against a franchise that once seemed unbeatable.

The catch: the 2019 Finals were defined by injuries, but the 2026 win shows Toronto can compete at full strength.

Who is the Raptors’ best player right now?

Based on the January 20 data, Immanuel Quickley and Scottie Barnes are the clear leaders. Quickley’s 40-point, 10-rebound double-double — on 11-13 shooting — is the kind of line that puts him in superstar conversations. Barnes’ 26 points and 11 assists show his playmaking and scoring versatility. The NBA.com Raptors game page confirms both players were central to the win. Pascal Siakam, traded in January 2024, is no longer part of the equation.

The pattern: Toronto’s future revolves around Barnes and Quickley. If both can sustain this level, the Raptors become a dangerous playoff team.

The implication: Quickley and Barnes form the new core, replacing the Siakam era.

Why did Siakam leave Toronto?

Pascal Siakam was traded to the Indiana Pacers in January 2024. The deal sent Siakam to Indiana in exchange for Bruce Brown, Jordan Nwora, and draft picks. After the trade, Siakam publicly said “I’m Toronto forever” in an interview, though that quote is not directly sourced in the available research notes. The trade marked the end of an era for the Raptors, who had built their 2019 championship around Siakam, Kawhi Leonard, and Kyle Lowry.

For official trade details, the NBA’s transaction page is the authoritative source. The consequence: Siakam’s departure cleared the way for Barnes and Quickley to become the primary scorers, a shift that paid off in the January 20 win over Golden State.

The pattern: the trade accelerated the rise of Barnes and Quickley as Toronto’s new leaders.
What to watch

Without Siakam, the Raptors rely heavily on Quickley’s scoring and Barnes’ versatility. The January 20 game showed the upside — but consistency over a full season will determine whether Toronto is a contender or a play-in team.

What are the all-time head-to-head stats for Raptors vs Warriors?

Available aggregator data suggests the Warriors hold a 68.3% win rate all-time against the Raptors, but that claim is not independently verified from official league records in this research. The January 20 win gives Toronto a recent data point, but the historical edge remains with Golden State. For the most accurate all-time numbers, the official NBA.com head-to-head database is the recommended source.

The catch: while the Warriors historically dominate, Toronto’s recent wins suggest the gap is narrowing.

Timeline

  • 2015-16 season: Warriors start 24-0, streak ended by Milwaukee Bucks (Dec 12, 2015) — widely cited NBA record.
  • 2019 NBA Finals: Raptors defeat Warriors 4-2 for first championship.
  • January 2024: Pascal Siakam traded to Indiana Pacers.
  • January 20, 2026: Raptors beat Warriors 145-127; Quickley scores 40, Barnes adds 26 pts/11 ast.

Clarity check

Confirmed facts

  • Raptors won 145-127 on Jan 20, 2026 (ESPN)
  • Quickley: 40 pts, 10 reb, 11-13 FG, 11-11 FT (theScore)
  • Barnes: 26 pts, 11 ast (theScore)
  • Toronto had 23-5 second-quarter run (FOX Sports)
  • Game was road win for Raptors (CBS Sports)

What’s unclear

  • Scottie Barnes’ exact rebound count in the Jan 20 game — not consistently reported across sources (theScore notes discrepancy)
  • Warriors’ exact team stats (field goal percentage, individual player lines) beyond the ESPN box score — not all captured in this research

The implication: the January 20 game is well-documented for Quickley and Barnes, but a full statistical breakdown requires consulting the official NBA.com box score for every player. The data here is a reliable snapshot of the headline performers.

For the Toronto Raptors and their fans, the choice is clear: build around Quickley’s scoring and Barnes’ all-around game, and this team can compete with any opponent — even a proud Warriors franchise that has historically owned the matchup. For Golden State, the warning is just as clear: a 145-point home loss signals defensive issues that need fixing, or the dynasty’s window may narrow faster than expected.

Related reading: Toronto Raptors vs. Golden State Warriors — Jan. 20, 2026 box score and player stats · Immanuel Quickley drops 40-point double-double as Raptors down Warriors

For fans comparing recent performances, the game echoed trends seen in the detailed player stats from their 2024 meetings between the two sides.

Frequently asked questions

Who broke the Warriors’ 24-0 streak?

The Milwaukee Bucks ended the Warriors’ 24-0 start to the 2015-16 season on December 12, 2015, with a 108-100 win.

What was the final score of the Raptors vs Warriors game on Jan 20, 2026?

The Toronto Raptors defeated the Golden State Warriors 145-127.

Did Scottie Barnes get a triple-double against the Warriors?

In the January 20, 2026 game, Barnes recorded 26 points and 11 assists, but his rebound total is not consistently reported — it was not a confirmed triple-double in that game.

Why did Pascal Siakam leave the Raptors?

Siakam was traded to the Indiana Pacers in January 2024 as part of a rebuild move by Toronto.

How many points did Immanuel Quickley score vs the Warriors?

Quickley scored a career-high-tying 40 points on 11-13 shooting and 11-11 free throws, along with 10 rebounds.

What is the Raptors vs Warriors all-time record?

Aggregator sources indicate the Warriors hold a 68.3% win rate all-time, but official NBA records should be consulted for precise numbers.

Did Klay Thompson really score 60 points on 11 dribbles?

Klay Thompson scored 60 points in 29 minutes on 11 dribbles in a 2016 game, but that feat was not against the Raptors and is a separate piece of NBA trivia.