Toronto Raptors vs Washington Wizards Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 07/04/2024, 06:10  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 07/04/2024 at 07:15 in NBA Predictions

The Washington Wizards will head to the Scotiabank Arena to face the Toronto Raptors in the NBA on Sunday night. The hosts are 24-53 and 12th in the Eastern Conference, while the visitors are 15-63 and 14th in the Conference standings. 

The Washington Wizards are nearing the end of their season, and plans for a full-scale rebuild are likely to continue during the upcoming offseason. They've been struggling lately, losing five of their last six games, and will aim to break a two-game losing streak following a 108-102 defeat to the Trail Blazers. Deni Avdija led the Wizards with 22 points, 12 rebounds, and two blocks, while Jordan Poole contributed 20 points and nine assists. Washington ranks 17th in scoring in the NBA, averaging 113.3 points per game, while their defense ranks 24th in the league, allowing 118.6 points per game. Interestingly, the Wizards score fewer points at home (112.5 per game) than they do away (114.1). However, their defensive performance has been dismal, ranking last in the NBA in points allowed, conceding a staggering 122.7 points per game. Kyle Kuzma, Richaun Holmes, Landry Shamet, and Tyus Jones are all listed as game-time decisions, while Marvin Bagley is sidelined with an injury.

The Toronto Raptors ended their dismal season on a positive note on Friday night by snapping a 15-game losing streak with a 117-111 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks. Gary Trent led the charge with 31 points, while Immanuel Quickley nearly achieved a triple-double with 25 points, 11 rebounds, and nine assists. The Raptors rank 19th in the NBA's scoring charts, averaging 112.4 points per game, which is 10.3 points fewer than the 122.7 points the Wizards allow. Interestingly, Toronto has scored at a much lower rate in home games compared to away games during the 2023-24 season, averaging 109.5 points at home versus 115.3 on the road. Defensively, the Raptors are allowing 118.6 points per game, ranking 24th in the NBA. Bruce Brown is listed as a game-time decision, while DJ Carton and Scottie Barnes are ruled out.