Toronto Raptors clinch playoffs spot for first time in 4 years

CBC — Apr 13, 01:07 AM

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Scottie Barnes had a triple-double as the Toronto Raptors routed the Brooklyn Nets 136-101 on Sunday to clinch a playoff spot in the NBA's Eastern Conference.

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