Phoenix Suns vs Toronto Raptors Preview
At 9:00 ET, the Suns (-505) will host the Raptors (+379) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line is set at 231.
Phoenix (-10.5) is currently 6th in the Western Conference with a record of 36-26, while Toronto is 12th in the East at 23-39. The game will be played at Footprint Center in Phoenix.
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Phoenix Suns vs Toronto Raptors Head-to-Head and Key Stats
The Raptors and Suns did not have any head-to-head matchups last season. But over the last three times playing each other, the Raptors have a record of 2-1. The Raptors also had the edge vs. the spread in these games, at 2-1. These games averaged a combined total of 217 points per game leading to an over/under record of 0-2-1.
- Through their last ten road contests, the Raptors offense has averaged 116 points per game while allowing an average of 127. Toronto posted an overall record of 4-6 while going 5-5 ATS.
- Across the Suns last ten home games, the team averaged 119 points per game while allowing 116. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 4-6, while going 4-6 straight-up.
- Spanning across their last ten games as the betting underdog, the Raptors have gone 4-6 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 2-8.
- In their last five contests as the favorite, Phoenix has a poor record vs the spread going 2-3. But, they still put together a straight up mark of 3-2.
Phoenix Suns vs Toronto Raptors Prediction
As the underdog, the Raptors have lost three straight games against the spread and have a 11-30 record as the underdog. On the road, they are 16-14 ATS compared to 13-19 ATS at home.
Toronto’s O/U record for the season is 33-28-1, and their games have averaged 232.1 points per game. Today’s O/U line is set at 231, and 37 of their games have had lower over/under lines.
In their last game, the Raptors were blown out by the Pelicans by a score of 139-98. They were 9.5-point underdogs in that game, and the O/U line was 230.5.
With a record of 23-39, the Raptors are currently 12th in the Eastern Conference. Against the East, they are 16-23 and 7-16 against the West. On the road, they are 10-20 compared to 13-19 at home.
This season, the Raptors have been a top-10 team in terms of offensive rebounds, averaging 11.3 per game. They are also one of the league’s best passing teams, ranking 3rd in assists with 29.2 per game. However, they have struggled to score at their season average in their last three games.
So far this season, the Raptors have scored 114.1 points per game, which is 17th in the NBA. On the road, they have been slightly better, averaging 117.3 points per game compared to 111.2 at home. In terms of pace, Toronto is 14th in the league.
When it comes to shooting, the Raptors are 15th in field goal percentage at 47%. They have been one of the better teams at getting to the free-throw line, averaging 22.1 attempts per game. From beyond the arc, Toronto is 25th in three-point shooting at 35%.
On defense, the Raptors are ranked 23rd in the NBA this season. So far, they have given up more points than the NBA scoring average in 59.7% of their games. Toronto’s defense is currently forcing 12.8 turnovers per game, which is 17th in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 18th in blocked shots, with an average of 4.9 rejections per game.
In the Western Conference standings, the Suns are currently in 6th place with a record of 36-26. Within the Pacific Division, they are in 2nd place.
At home, the Suns are 20-13 this season and have an average scoring margin of +2.7 points per game. Against the spread at home, they are 12-20 and have failed to cover in three straight games.
Phoenix’s ATS record as the favorite is 18-27 this season, and they have been favored in 46 of their 62 games. As the favorite, they have a scoring margin of +5.0 PPG.
This season, the Suns have an O/U record of 27-34-1, and their games have averaged 231.4 points per game. Today’s O/U line is set at 231 points.
In their last game, the Suns defeated the Nuggets by a score of 117-107. The game’s O/U line was 224 points, resulting in a push. Phoenix covered the spread as 8.5-point underdogs.
At home, the Suns are scoring 117.1 points per game, which is 15th in the NBA. Overall, they are 12th in scoring at 117.1 points per game.
When it comes to pace, Phoenix is 15th in the league at 98.8 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 4th in the NBA at 49%.
One area where the Suns have excelled is getting to the free-throw line. They lead the league in free throw attempts at 25.3 per game and are 2nd in made free throws at 20.4 per game.
On defense, Suns is currently around the league average in points allowed, giving up an average of 114.3 points per game. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Suns squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 53.0% inside the arc, and they’re also giving up 36.4% from downtown.
In spite of being 10.5 point underdogs, we anticipate the Raptors winning this one 116-114.
Phoenix Suns vs Toronto Raptors Betting Tips
- We like the Raptors on the moneyline (+379)
- The Raptors are also our pick on the spread at +10.5
- Our NBA model projects 230 points, and we suggest taking the under
Phoenix Suns Injury Report
- Devin Booker – Ankle – Out
- Damion Lee – Knee – Out
- Josh Okogie – Hip – Out
- Nassir Little – Left Knee – Out
Toronto Raptors Injury Report
- Jakob Poeltl – Finger – Out
- Bruce Brown – Knee – Out
- Scottie Barnes – Hand – Out
- Ochai Agbaji – Knee – Questionable
