Los Angeles Lakers vs Toronto Raptors Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA
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The out-of-form LA Lakers welcome the Toronto Raptors in their next assignment in the NBA. They have dropped to sixth in the Western Conference, while their visitors are fourth in the East. Read on to find our prediction for this match.
The Lakers have hit a snag and are running backwards. J.J. Redick’s men have won just one of their last six fixtures and are on a two-game skid. Starting another back-to-back run, the Lakers were outclassed in Portland by the Blazers and fell 132-116.
Luka Doncic missed the game with a groin issue and is doubtful against the Raptors. Jaxson Hayes and Deandre Ayton are also doubtful, while Austin Reaves is out. The Lakers, who are 24-16, won the first meeting with the Raptors back in December.
The Raptors haven’t won against the Lakers since 2022 and are on a six-match losing run against them. For a majority of those duels, they have been amongst the worst teams in the league.
Having made significant improvements this term, they will be eager to snap this streak. The Raptors have won 25 games and possess the eighth-best record in the league.
Darko Rajakovic’s men have, however, stuttered recently. Toronto has lost three of its last five games and is coming off a loss in OT to the Clippers. Immanuel Quickley is doubtful, while Jakob Poeltl and R.J. Barrett are out.
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Los Angeles Lakers v Toronto Raptors Best Betting Odds
| Bookmaker | 1 | 2 | Bonus up to |
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1.74 | 2.15 |
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1.67 | 2.22 |
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1.69 | 2.18 |
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1.69 | 2.15 |
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1.78 | 2.09 |
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Who will win the Los Angeles Lakers vs Toronto Raptors Basketball game?
Our prediction for the Los Angeles Lakers vs Toronto Raptors match is: Toronto Raptors wins.
The best winner predictions and betting odds for the Los Angeles Lakers vs Toronto Raptors game on 18/01/2026 of the current NBA season:
- Los Angeles Lakers has a 51.29% chance to pick up the win against Toronto Raptors according to Shangrila ⭐ with the odds of 2.
- There is a probability of 48.71% ⭐ for Toronto Raptors to win vs Los Angeles Lakers with odds of 2.22 at Roobet.
Los Angeles Lakers vs Toronto Raptors Form
Los Angeles Lakers and Toronto Raptors's standings in the NBA
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Los Angeles Lakers and Toronto Raptors Last Matches
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Los Angeles Lakers vs Toronto Raptors Stats: Head to Head (H2H)
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Players list
M. Smart
J. Laravia
L. James
I. Quickley
S. Barnes
C. Murray-Boyles
B. Ingram
Substitutes
K. Bufkin
D. Knecht
N. Smith Jr.
G. Vincent
B. James
D. Timme
M. Kleber
R. Hachimura
J. Vanderbilt
J. Shead
A. Martin
A. Lawson
J. Battle
J. Mogbo
Los Angeles Lakers - Toronto Raptors Key Points
- Five of the Lakers’ last six matches have ended in defeat.
- The Raptors have won five of their last eight games.
- LA has lost four times on no-rest days this season.
- The Raptors have won 12 times against teams that are above .500.
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Our Los Angeles Lakers vs Toronto Raptors Prediction
Our prediction for the LA Lakers v the Toronto Raptors is that the Toronto Raptors wins. The Raptors are struggling at the moment and are coming off a loss. They, however, have fared better in recent outings than their hosts.
The Lakers are going backwards and have won just once in their last six fixtures. As they are on the second night of a back-to-back, we feel their slump will continue. The Lakers have lost more times than they have won when playing on no-rest days this season. They are also facing a much fresher Raptors team that has a strong record against winning teams.
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