The Golden State Warriors and Toronto Raptors meet Monday in NBA action at the Scotiabank Arena. Here’s a Raptors vs Warriors Prediction. This article will include a Raptors vs Warriors Pick.
Golden State Warriors Betting Preview
The Golden State Warriors lost to the Pacers, beat the Pistons, and they play the Timberwolves, Wizards, and Celtics next. The Golden State Warriors are averaging 111.3 points on 44.8 percent shooting and allowing 110.8 points on 45.8 percent shooting. Stephen Curry averages 22.6 points and 6.1 assists, while Jonathan Kuminga averages 16.8 points and 2.2 assists. Andrew Wiggins is the third double-digit scorer and Buddy Hield is grabbing 3.4 rebounds. The Golden State Warriors are shooting 36.3 percent from beyond the arc and 71.1 percent from the free-throw line. The Golden State Warriors are allowing 35 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 46.4 rebounds per game.
Toronto Raptors Betting Preview
The Toronto Raptors lost to the Pistons and Cavs and will meet the Celtics, Bucks, Magic, and Hawks next. The Toronto Raptors are averaging 111.2 points on 46.6 percent shooting and allowing 119.2 points on 47.7 percent shooting. RJ Barrett is averaging 22.7 points and 6.7 rebounds, while Scottie Barnes is averaging 20.3 points and 8.2 rebounds. Gradey Dick is the third double-digit scorer, and Jakob Poeltl is dishing 2.7 assists. The Toronto Raptors are shooting 34.7 percent from beyond the arc and 74.4 percent from the free-throw line. The Toronto Raptors are allowing 37.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.9 rebounds per game.
Why the Toronto Raptors will win
- The Raptors have won three of their last four games as underdogs against the Warriors following a loss.
- The Warriors have lost four of their last five Monday games as favorites.
- The Raptors have covered the spread in each of their last five home games against Western Conference opponents following a loss.
- The Warriors have failed to cover the spread in four of their last five games against teams that held a losing record.
Why the Golden State Warriors will win
- The Warriors have won each of their last 12 road games against teams that held a losing record.
- The Raptors have lost each of their last 15 games as underdogs.
- The Warriors have covered the spread in each of their last 11 games as road favorites against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Raptors have failed to cover the spread in eight of their last nine games as underdogs.
Toronto Raptors Player Facts
- RJ Barrett ranks 2nd amongst qualified players for fast break points per game (5.2) this season.
- Jakob Poeltl ranks 2nd in the Eastern Conference amongst qualified players for FG% (60.7%) this season.
Golden State Warriors Player Facts
- Stephen Curry ranks 1st amongst qualified players for FT% (93.2%) this season.
- Buddy Hield ranks 5th amongst qualified players for three-pointers made per 36 minutes (4.3) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Raptors rank 30th in the league for opponent free throws made per game this season (20.5).
- The Raptors rank 30th in the league for opponent free throw attempts per game this season (26.3).
- The Warriors rank 30th in the league for free throw percentage this season (71.1%).
- The Warriors rank 30th in the league for free throws made per game this season (14.1).
Raptors vs Warriors Prediction
I’m not excited to lay chalk with the Golden State Warriors, an underachieving team that’s sitting with a .500 record and has failed to cover seven of their last 10 games. However, the Raptors are in tank mode, with losses in nine of their last 10 games. And while the Raptors did cash tickets earlier in the season, they’re 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games. It’s hard to get behind the Raptors these days. Honestly, if the Warriors can’t win this game and do it reasonably comfortably, it may be time to hit the panic button. If the season ended today, the Warriors wouldn’t even make the play-in tournament. They need to take advantage of games like this. The line is reasonable. Give me the Warriors and the soft number.