LA Clippers vs Toronto Raptors Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 10/01/2024, 07:00  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 10/01/2024 at 14:30 in NBA Prediction

The Los Angeles Clippers will face off against the Toronto Raptors are Crypto.com Arena in the NBA on Wednesday night. The hosts are 23-13 and fourth in the Western Conference, while the visitors are 15-22 and 11th in the Eastern Conference. 

The Toronto Raptors are going through a challenging stretch, losing seven of their last 11 games, including a narrow 132-131 road defeat to the Lakers last time out. Scottie Barnes had an impressive performance, leading the team with 26 points and six assists on 11-of-20 shooting, while Pascal Siakam added 25 points. The Raptors are averaging 115.4 points per game, ranking 15th in the league, which is 4.1 points fewer than the average points allowed by the Clippers. Notably, their offensive performance is stronger at home (117.6 points per game) compared to on the road (112.8 points per game). Defensively, Toronto is ranked 17th in the NBA, allowing an average of 116.1 points per game. The Raptors made significant changes to their roster a few weeks ago, including sending OG Anunoby to New York in exchange for RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley. However, Otto Porter Jr., Christian Koloko, and Jakob Poeltl are doubtful for the upcoming match.

Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Clippers are in impressive form, winning six of their last seven games, including a dominant 138-111 victory over the Suns. Paul George played a pivotal role, leading the team with 25 points, while Ivica Zubac and James Harden contributed 19 points each. Offensively, the Clippers are a top-ten team in the league, averaging 117.2 points per game, which is ninth in the NBA and 1.1 points more than their upcoming opponents typically concede. Defensively, the Clippers rank seventh in the league, allowing just 111.5 points per game. It's worth noting that at home, Los Angeles concedes an average of only 108.6 points per game. The Clippers are in good health, with Moussa Diabate listed as the only injury doubt for the upcoming match.