DeRozan has 33 points in another record-setting night as Raptors beat Nuggets
TORONTO — DeMar DeRozan continues to rewrite the Toronto Raptors record book, and is showing no signs of slowing down.
The two-time all-star poured in 33 points, becoming the first player in franchise history to open a season with three 30-plus games, propelling the Raptors 105-102 past the Denver Nuggets on Monday. Kyle Lowry chipped in with 29 as the Raptors (2-1) withstood a furious Nuggets comeback.
“DeMar’s been great,” said Raptors coach Dwane Casey. “His offensive force he’s playing with right now is unreal. Kyle stepped up tonight and gave him a little boost. DeMar’s playing at a very high level offensively.
“We’ve gotta maintain that and not wear that out, but he’s been doing a great job. His leadership and Kyle’s leadership has been big time.”