Raptors forward Serge Ibaka ruled out against Hawks

Toronto Raptors centre Serge Ibaka. (John Raoux/AP)

Toronto Raptors forward Serge Ibaka will miss Saturday’s game against the Atlanta Hawks.

Ibaka and point guard Kyle Lowry are close to returning to action, with head coach Nick Nurse saying the team is “shooting for” a Dec. 1 return.

Ibaka (ankle) and Lowry (thumb) have been out since Nov. 8 when they both picked up injuries against the New Orleans Pelicans.

The Raptors (10-4) are aiming for their third straight win after defeating the Orlando Magic and Charlotte Hornets in their previous two matchups.

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