Toronto Raptors vs Brooklyn Nets Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 25/03/2024, 07:00  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 25/03/2024 at 07:03 in NBA Predictions

The Toronto Raptors will play host to the Brooklyn Nets at the Scotiabank Arena in the NBA on Monday night. The hosts are 23-48 and 12th in the Eastern Conference, while the visitors are 26-45 and 11th in the Conference standings. 

The Brooklyn Nets have been in a rut of late, losing eight of their last nine games overall. They will now be hoping to end a six-game losing streak after a 105-93 defeat to the Knicks on Saturday. Cam Thomas led the team with 19 points and six assists, while Mikal Bridges added 18 points with five assists. The Nets rank 25th in the NBA for scoring, averaging 111.1 points per game, while the Raptors are 24th in points allowed per game, giving up 118.1. Offensively, the Nets perform better at home, averaging 113.2 points per game, compared to 109.1 on the road. Defensively, they allow 113.8 points per game, ranking 14th, with opponents shooting 47.2% from the field and 37.5% from three-point range. Cam Johnson and Dennis Smith Jr. are sidelined for this match.

The Toronto Raptors have been struggling lately, losing 12 of their last 13 games overall. They are now on a ten-game losing streak after a narrow 112-109 defeat to the lowly Wizards on Saturday. Gary Trent Jr. led the team with 31 points, while Gradey Dick added 17 points. Toronto ranks 18th in the NBA for offense, averaging 113.1 points per game, while Brooklyn ranks 14th in defense, allowing 113.8 points per game. At home, Toronto averages 6.0 fewer points per game compared to away matches. Defensively, they allow 118.1 points per game, ranking 24th in the league, with opponents shooting 48.8% from the field and 37.5% from three-point range. Jontay Porter, Immanuel Quickley, and RJ Barrett are sidelined, with four more players listed as doubtful.