Rancatore led Brooklyn to victory today over Toronto in a 105-97 game. "It was a tough one to lose," said losing coach Bob. "I thought we had a great chance going in, and even now I think we'd have a great chance in a rematch. But Rancatore made the difference for his team, and we really didn't have an answer today."

Brooklyn coach Bob was equally admiring of his star. "Toronto were very well prepared for this game, and our boys weren't really ready for what they faced out there. I like to believe that we'd play a better all-around game when we play them again, but we'll be happy riding Rancatore and getting the win today."

Brooklyn was led by Rancatore (13 points, 21 boards, 1 assists, 2 blocks), Knight (29 points, a block), Rosemond (19 points, 2 steals). Toronto was led by Moore (26 points, 19 boards, 4 assists, a steal, 3 blocks), Whitaker (25 points, 5 boards, 3 assists, a block), James (17 points, 4 assists).

Brooklyn stand at 9-7 and 7-3 at home with today's win. They stay at #2 in the Atlantic and hold at #5 overall in the Eastern Conference. Toronto stand at 8-9. They remain at #3 in the Atlantic and stay at #6 overall in the Eastern Conference.

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