Wizards Beat Raptors 118–117 When Shead’s Basket at Buzzer Ruled Late

Toronto Raptors centre Jakob Poeltl defends against Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole (13) during the first half of NBA action in Toronto on Saturday, March 8, 2025. Thomas Skrlj/The Canadian Press via AP

TORONTO—Jordan Poole scored 34 points and the NBA-worst Washington Wizards won their second straight game, beating Toronto 118–117 on Saturday night when Raptors guard Jamal Shead’s running layup at the buzzer was ruled to be late.

The teams will meet again Monday night in Toronto.