The Toronto Raptors aim to build on their recent momentum as they host the Washington Wizards at Scotiabank Arena, with both teams entering Saturday's clash following contrasting performances.
While the Raptors have found their rhythm with three consecutive victories, including an impressive showing from Immanuel Quickley who dropped 34 points in their last outing, the Wizards bring their own spark after winning three of their last five games behind Kyshawn George's emerging offensive prowess.
The matchup presents an intriguing battle between the home team Raptors, who've dominated this fixture with ten straight home wins against the visiting Wizards, who'll be eager to buck that trend despite their struggles at Scotiabank Arena.
Toronto Raptors vs. Washington Wizards prediction: who will win?
For tonight's Toronto Raptors vs Washington Wizards matchup, our predictive model gives the Raptors a 66.5% chance of defeating the Wizards.
Pre-game probabilities
Toronto Raptors
Moneyline
Win %
66.5%
33.5%
Washington Wizards
Toronto Raptors: 66.5% win probability
- Better offensive output (6,962 goals scored vs Wizards' 6,609)
- More wins on the season (21 wins vs Wizards' 12)
- Recent momentum (3 consecutive wins in recent form vs Wizards' inconsistent WLWLW)
Washington Wizards: 33.5% win probability
- Poor defensive record (7,357 goals against, worst in Eastern Conference)
- League-worst win percentage (12-49 record)
- Road game disadvantage (facing a Raptors team with better home court performance)
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Toronto Raptors vs. Washington Wizards preview
The struggling Wizards roll into Scotiabank Arena looking to build on their surprising mini-resurgence, having won three of their last five games including a gutsy 125-122 victory over Utah.
Toronto's home court has been a house of horrors for Washington, who've dropped 12 of their last 13 visits, but the Wizards' balanced scoring attack - with seven players hitting double figures in their last outing - could make this more interesting than the records suggest.
Keep an eye on Kyshawn George, who's found his groove for the Wizards with a team-leading 23 points last game, while the Raptors' Scottie Barnes continues to stuff the stat sheet, coming off a monster performance with 22 points, 12 rebounds, and 6 assists.
The Raptors' depth will be tested with Immanuel Quickley and Chris Boucher ruled out, though RJ Barrett's expected return after a rest day should provide a much-needed offensive boost.
Toronto's looking to extend their winning streak to four games, but they'll need to shake off the fatigue from last night's contest against Utah.
The contrast in styles should make for compelling viewing - Washington's up-tempo offense (ranking 4th in pace) going up against Toronto's paint-dominant attack (third-most shots at the rim in the league).
With the Wizards potentially missing Jordan Poole and Richaun Holmes, they'll need their young guns to step up if they want to snap their Scotiabank Arena curse.
This matchup has all the makings of a closer battle than the teams' records might suggest, especially with Toronto playing on zero days' rest.
Toronto Raptors vs. Washington Wizards form
Toronto Raptors vs. Washington Wizards head to head
Toronto Raptors
50%
Washington Wizards
50%
Jan 30, 2025
Washington Wizards
82 : 106
Toronto Raptors
Oct 11, 2024
Washington Wizards
113 : 95
Toronto Raptors
Oct 6, 2024
Toronto Raptors
125 : 98
Washington Wizards
Apr 7, 2024
Toronto Raptors
130 : 122
Washington Wizards
Mar 24, 2024
Washington Wizards
112 : 109
Toronto Raptors
Dec 28, 2023
Washington Wizards
102 : 132
Toronto Raptors
