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Raptors Drop Game Two to Philadelphia

AM800-SPORTS-Toronto-Raptors-Philadelphia-76ers-April-29-2019-1.9145569 TORONTO, ON - APRIL 29: Kyle Lowry #7 of the Toronto Raptors dives for the ball as Tobias Harris #33 of the Philadelphia 76ers defends during Game Two of the second round of the 2019 NBA Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena on April 29, 2019 in Toronto, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images) (Vaughn Ridley/The Toronto Raptors take on the Philadelphia 76ers on April 29, 2019 (Photo courtesy of Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images))

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The win for the 76ers was the first in Toronto since 2012

A disappointing outing from the Toronto Raptors.

After opening up their NBA Eastern Conference semifinal series with and easy 108-95 win over the Philadelphia 76ers, the team shot just 36% from the field in a 94-89 loss Monday night.

Kawhi Leonard netted 35 points for the Raptors in a losing effort.

The win for the 76ers was the first in Toronto since 2012.

The series now knotted up at a game a piece with game three set to go in Philadelphia Thursday night.

Tip off time is set for 8pm.

Elsewhere, Canadian Jamal Murray poured in 23 points to help Denver beat Portland 121-113 in game one of their Western Conference semifinal.