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Houston Rockets vs. Brooklyn Nets game preview

The Brooklyn Nets had the NBA’s best defense in December. The Nets went 7-4 for the month and held all but two teams under league average scoring and efficiency. They picked up wins over the Raptors, Sixers, and Timberwolves (the latter two on the road), and their offense has come along as well. In fact, […]

Raptors ring in the new year with loss to the depleted Nuggets

The Toronto Raptors faced the Denver Nuggets in the midst of their five-game home-stand. After clinching back-to-back comeback wins against Golden State and Orlando, everyone was probably ready for a matchup that didn’t involve fingernail biting or a double-digit deficit. Especially when facing a shell of Denver’s regular lineup. Unfortunately, that’s not what anyone got. The […]

The Raptors eye early start on New Year’s resolutions against Nuggets

The Toronto Raptors didn’t wait for the calendar to turn for a reason to initiate the early stages of a sorely needed transformation.  They’re still a long way from being the type of team they want to be. But from the perspective of those not privy to what’s going on inside the locker room, the […]

How the Raptors continue redefining their identity with win over Magic

Good teams play the schedule in front of them. The Toronto Raptors have struggled with that this season. But it isn’t too late to rewrite how fans and pundits look back on this iteration of the team.  After an emotionally draining comeback victory against the Golden State Warriors, the Raptors welcomed the Orlando Magic into […]

Raptors can’t follow up inspiring victory with letdown vs. Magic

The Toronto Raptors know a thing or two about sparking a flame before losing a fire to the winds of inconsistency.  After a nine-game winning streak, they dropped a game in overtime to the Charlotte Hornets on Nov. 29. An 8-2 start at home was followed by five consecutive losses at the Scotiabank Arena. Most […]

Magic vs. Raptors Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats and Best Bets – Monday, December 29, 2025

The Orlando Magic (18-14) are favored by 2 points against the Toronto Raptors (19-14) on Monday, December 29, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. ET. The matchup airs on FDSFL and SportsNet. The matchup’s point total is set at 221.5. Magic vs. Raptors Odds Magic odds to win: -122 Raptors odds to win: +104 Spread: Magic (-2) Total: 221.5 How to Bet on Magic vs. Raptors Game Time and Information When: Monday, December 29, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. ET Where: Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario ...

Magic vs. Raptors: Free Live Stream, TV Channel, How to Watch

The Toronto Raptors (19-14) face the Orlando Magic (18-14) on Monday, December 29, 2025 at Scotiabank Arena. It tips at 7:30 p.m. ET on FDSFL and SportsNet. The Magic enter this game after a 127-126 win against the Nuggets on Saturday. The Raptors head into this contest following a 141-127 win against the Warriors in overtime on Sunday. In the win, Anthony Black led the Magic with 38 points. Immanuel Quickley scored 27 points in the Raptors’ win, leading the team. When is Magic vs. Raptors...

Raptors recapture 2019 thrill in historic comeback win vs. Warriors

Whenever the Toronto Raptors host the Golden State Warriors, there’s a palpable energy that surges through the building.  The obvious reason for the electric atmosphere is that these two organizations are forever connected after the 2019 NBA finals. It was a time defined by an impossible dream finally being realized for Toronto, while it marked […]

Raptors must rebuild their rep as elite home team, begins with Warriors

There used to be a feeling that coursed through the halls of Scotiabank Arena. Even when faces changed on the court or on the sideline, that electricity remained.  Whatever it was, the aura eventually dissipated and the Toronto Raptors are either a victim of this new reality or the reason for it.  The Raptors have […]

Warriors vs. Raptors Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats and Best Bets – Sunday, December 28, 2025

The Golden State Warriors (16-15) will try to build on a three-game win streak when they visit the Toronto Raptors (18-14) on Sunday, December 28, 2025 at Scotiabank Arena as 4.5-point favorites. The game airs at 3:30 p.m. ET on NBCS-BA and SportsNet. The matchup has a point total of 226.5. Warriors vs. Raptors Odds Warriors odds to win: -180 Raptors odds to win: +152 Spread: Warriors (-4.5) Total: 226.5 How to Bet on Warriors vs. Raptors Game Time and Information When:...

Roster turnover defined the Wizards’ 2025 calendar year

The year 2025 is coming to a close in less than a week. And yesterday’s Washington Wizards win got me thinking for a second because they beat the Toronto Raptors soundly, 138-117 with Kyshawn George having a big night. Back on Jan. 1, 2025, the Washington Wizards hosted the Chicago Bulls and won, 125-107. It […]

Team Basketball, Real Defense, and a Fourth-Quarter Rout in Toronto

The Washington Wizards played a true team game and blew open a close game with a fourth quarter onslaught to beat the Toronto Raptors, 138-117, and earn their sixth win of the season. The Wizards rode red hot offense and not completely bad defense to an 11-point lead at halftime. The Raptors sliced the lead […]

Wizards vs Raptors Recap: Wizards dominate the Raptors and win, 138-117

Wizards pull-off the upset victory over the Toronto Raptors This was an extremely fast-paced game, more accustomed to the Wizards’ style of play. The Wizards are currently 8th in the league in pace, while the Raptors are 24th. Despite what the season trends have dictated, the Raptors pushed the pace more tonight since they are […]

Deer Diaries Episode 227: Ba Humbug

The Milwaukee Bucks keep finding ways to put themselves on the naughty list. Prior to Tuesday’s win against the Pacers, Kyle and Jack discussed their two losses to the Raptors and Timberwolves and how the Bucks are struggling on offense in various ways. Then they discuss Giannis’ new injury update and how the extended absence […]

The post-holiday curse awaits the Raptors ahead of matchup vs. Wizards

Ever since the Toronto Raptors played the first Christmas Day on Canadian soil in 2019, the post-holiday season hasn’t been kind to the team.  Since that historic moment, the Raptors are 1-4 in their first game back from the holidays, with their lone victory coming against the Washington Wizards in 2023.  Despite the festivities around […]

Top Player Prop Bets for Raptors vs. Wizards on December 26, 2025

Bookmakers have listed player props for Scottie Barnes, CJ McCollum and others when the Toronto Raptors visit the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on Friday at 7 p.m. ET. How to Watch Raptors vs. Wizards Date: Friday, December 26, 2025 Time: 7 p.m. ET How to watch on TV: SportsNet and MNMT Location: Washington D.C. Venue: Capital One Arena NBA Props Today: Toronto Raptors Scottie Barnes Props PTS REB AST 3PM 20.5 (Over: -123) 9.5 (Over: +1...

Top Player Prop Bets for Raptors vs. Wizards on December 26, 2025

Bookmakers have listed player props for Scottie Barnes, CJ McCollum and others when the Toronto Raptors visit the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on Friday at 7 p.m. ET. How to Watch Raptors vs. Wizards Date: Friday, December 26, 2025 Time: 7 p.m. ET How to watch on TV: SportsNet and MNMT Location: Washington D.C. Venue: Capital One Arena NBA Props Today: Toronto Raptors Scottie Barnes Props PTS REB AST 3PM 20.5 (Over: -123) 9.5 (Over: +1...

Raptors vs. Wizards Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats and Best Bets – Friday, December 26, 2025

The Washington Wizards (5-23) are underdogs (by 8 points) to break a four-game home losing streak when they host the Toronto Raptors (18-13) on Friday, December 26, 2025 at 7 p.m. ET. The point total is set at 226.5 in the matchup. Raptors vs. Wizards Odds Raptors odds to win: -319 Wizards odds to win: +260 Spread: Raptors (-8) Total: 226.5 How to Bet on Raptors vs. Wizards Game Time and Information When: Friday, December 26, 2025 at 7 p.m. ET Where: Capital One Arena...

Raptors vs. Wizards Predictions, Best Bets and Odds – Friday, December 26, 2025

The Washington Wizards (5-23) are underdogs (by 8 points) to break a four-game home losing streak when they host the Toronto Raptors (18-13) on Friday, December 26, 2025 at 7 p.m. ET. The over/under is 226.5 in the matchup. Before you make an informed wager on the matchup, see the best bets available in Friday’s game according to our computer predictions. How to Bet on Raptors vs. Wizards Pick the Raptors (-8) to Cover In the Raptors’ 31 games this year, they have 14 wins against t...

Wizards vs Raptors Preview: Washington hosts Toronto on second day of Christmas

Game Info When: Friday, December 26 at 7:00 p.m. ET Where: Capital One Arena, Washington, DC How to watch: Monumental Sports Network, LeaguePass Injury Report Raptors: Jacob Poetl – Questionable (Back), RJ Barrett – Out (Knee) Wizards: Bub Carrington – Questionable (Foot), Cam Whitmore – Out (Shoulder), Corey Kispert – Out (Thumb) Pregame notes The Washington Wizards come back […]

Erik Spoelstra critical of Heat’s ‘competitive force’ after Raptors loss

Suddenly, after a 14-7 start to the season, the Miami Heat look at themselves in the mirror at 15-15, dropping to the No. 8 seed in the East after fighting for a top-3 seed earlier in the season. Their most recent outing was arguably their worst game of the season, losing 112-91 to the Toronto […] The post Erik Spoelstra critical of Heat’s ‘competitive force’ after Raptors loss appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .