Raptors vs Spurs Prediction and Odds
Raptors vs Spurs Prediction and Odds: The Toronto Raptors are expected to win this game as per the bookmakers.
The San Antonio Spurs (14-40) have another tough challenge ahead as they are set to face the Toronto Raptors (25-30) in the upcoming NBA fixture. The Spurs are in all sorts of trouble after losing 9 consecutive matchups. They need to make a strong comeback to keep their playoff chances alive. San Antonio is currently in the 14th position of the Western Conference. They ended their last fixture with a 108-124 defeat to the Chicago Bulls.
The Toronto Raptors will look to secure a solid home win when they host the Spurs at Scotiabank Arena in the next game. It hasn’t been a convincing campaign for the Raptors. They need a lot of consistency to grab a position in the top 6 of the Eastern Conference. Toronto is currently in the 11th position. They defeated the Memphis Grizzlies in the last game with a score of 106-103.
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Raptors vs Spurs Prediction: Last 5 Games Stats
The San Antonio Spurs are currently on a losing streak of 11 games away from home.
The Spurs’ last 5 defeats came against the likes of the Chicago Bulls, LA Clippers, LA Lakers, Portland Trail Blazers, and Memphis Grizzlies. The Spurs could win only 5 out of 24 away games this season.
In the last 5 away games
- The San Antonio Spurs have scored 112.8 points per game.
- The San Antonio Spurs have conceded 132.2 points per game.
- Number of games that ended with a difference of 3 points or less: 2
- Number of games that ended with a difference of 4-10 points: 0
The Toronto Raptors have won 3 of the last 5 home fixtures.
They won against teams the New York Knicks and Charlotte Hornets (2 games). The defeats came against the Atlanta Hawks and Boston Celtics. The Raptors have a home record of 15-12 as of now.
In the last 5 home games
- The Toronto Raptors have scored 117.6 points per game.
- The Toronto Raptors have conceded 114.0 points per game.
- Number of games that ended with a difference of 3 points or less: 2
- Number of games that ended with a difference of 4-10 points: 1
The Toronto Raptors have the winning momentum. The home advantage will also be on their side.
Raptors vs Spurs Prediction: Attack and Defense Analysis
Attack
The San Antonio Spurs have maintained a scoring rate of 112.6 points per game in the current season. In shooting, they played with an accuracy of 47.3% in field goals, 34.3% in 3-pointers, and 74.5% in free throws. The Spurs are the 3rd-lowest ranked side in the offense with an Adjusted Offensive Rating of 111.3.
The Toronto Raptors are playing with an average of 113.0 points per game so far. They shot 45.3% from the field and 33.5% from the 3-point line. The free throw success rate is currently at 78.7%. The Raptors are rated 115.5 on offense with a rank of 9 in the league.
The Toronto Raptors have a much more formidable attack than the San Antonio Spurs.
Defense
The San Antonio Spurs have been conceding 122.6 points per game till now. They have played with an average of 42.7 rebounds per game. The average number of steals per game is currently at 6.9 while the average number of blocks per game stands at 3.9. The Spurs have the worst defense among all sides. They are given an Adjusted Defensive Rating of 120.8.
The Toronto Raptors are giving away 112.4 points per game in the current season. They maintained an average of 42.8 rebounds along with 9.3 steals and 5.2 blocks per game. The Raptors rank 18 in the defense with an Adjusted Defensive Rating of 114.5.
The Toronto Raptors are clearly ahead in the defense as well.
Spurs vs Raptors Prediction: Odds
Spread
- Toronto Raptors: -11 (-110)
- San Antonio Spurs: +11 (-110)
Moneyline
- Toronto Raptors: -450
- San Antonio Spurs: +400
Win Probability
- Toronto Raptors: 88%
- San Antonio Spurs: 12%
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Raptors vs Spurs Prediction: Last Game Analysis
Can the Spurs end their woes?
It was another disappointing night for the San Antonio Spurs as they were handed their 9th straight defeat when they met the Chicago Bulls in the last game. The third quarter looked interesting when the scores were tied at 85. However, Chicago’s 23-3 just after that put San Antonio on the back foot again. The Spurs could shoot only 44.4% from the field while allowing the Bulls to attain an accuracy of 56.2%. They were also outrebounded 49-38 by Chicago.
Keldon Johnson led the scoring for the Spurs with 21 points. Malaki Branham scored 15 [oints with 5 rebounds and 4 assists. San Antonio lacked a complete team effort once again.
Will the Raptors continue their winning streak?
The Toronto Raptors won a close matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies in the last fixture. It was not a good start for the Raptors as they began chasing the Grizzlies right from the opening minutes. Toronto bounced back from a 15-point deficit in the second half. They were successful in closing the gap by the fourth quarter. Achiuwa’s baseline dunk gave the lead to the Raptors with 2:32 remaining. Siakam’s pair of free throws in the final moments sealed the contest for Toronto. Jackson Jr. missed a 3-pointer opportunity for Memphis which would have tied the game.
Pascal Siakam gave a praiseworthy contribution again as he finished with 19 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists. Scottie Barnes looked in good touch too. He added 16 points with 7 rebounds.
Spurs vs Raptors Prediction: Head-to-Head Stats
There have been 53 regular season games between these two teams in the NBA. The San Antonio Spurs are ahead with 35 wins, while the Toronto Raptors managed to win 18 games.
If we check out the last 5 meetings, the Raptors dominated with 4 wins. The Spurs won just 1. The previous clash took place in the current season on 2 November 2022. The Toronto Raptors won that matchup with a score of 143-100.
Head-to-Head: Key Highlights (Last 5 Meetings)
- The Toronto Raptors hosted 2 games and won both of them.
- Average Number of Total Points scored: 232.2
- Average Number of Points scored by the Toronto Raptors: 124.4
- Average Number of Points scored by the San Antonio Spurs: 107.8
Spurs vs Raptors Prediction: Players to Watch Out
Toronto Raptors
Pascal Siakam (Power Forward)
Points Per Game: 24.7 | Rebounds Per Game: 7.9 | Assists Per Game: 6.2
Fred VanVleet (Shooting Guard)
Points Per Game: 19.7 | Assists Per Game: 6.5 | Rebounds Per Game: 4.5
Gary Trent Jr. (Shooting Guard)
Points Per Game: 18.7 | Rebounds Per Game: 2.5 | Steals Per Game: 1.6
Participation in the next game is subject to fitness.
Participation in the next game is subject to fitness.
Raptors vs Spurs Winner Prediction
- Momentum Advantage: Raptors
- Home Advantage: Raptors
- Offensive Advantage: Raptors
- Defensive Advantage: Raptors
- Overall: Advantage Raptors
It will be a mammoth task for the San Antonio Spurs to end their losing streak against the Raptors in an away game. On the other hand, the Toronto Raptors will look to dominate the Spurs and secure a solid home win. All the odds and stats are suggesting a win for the Raptors in this fixture.
