The Raptors meet the Kyle Kuzma-led Wizards for the first time this season as heavy favourites while Washington continues to struggle. The Raptor’s length and deep roster will likely drown the 15th-seeded Wizards.
Coming off a brutal 117-94 loss to the jaw-dropping Celtics last Saturday, the Raptors will be looking to recuperate and take an easy win on Monday. Kyle Kuzma just isn’t a superstar at this point and is by no means ready to carry a roster as thin as Washington.
Scottie Barnes has really stepped it up this year for the Raptors, and although he isn’t at All-Star level yet, they have plenty of great pieces in place. Pascal Siakam, O.G. Anunoby, and Dennis Schroder could each easily have a lights-out night, especially against the Wizards.
Without standout play from either Jordan Poole or Kyle Kuzma, the Wizards will likely get outpaced, outran, and outscored by the athletic Raptors squad.
Raptors vs Wizards Match Info
- Date: Monday, November 13, 2023
- Kick-off Time: 7:30 p.m. EDT
- Location: Scotiabank Arena
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Raptors vs Wizards Prediction and Odds
- Pick: Raptors to win
- Odds: -385 Tonybet
Let’s face it, no matter which way you look at these rosters, Washington’s chances of winning are slim. Toronto’s insistence on long, agile players may not have paid dividends yet, but it’s easy enough to beat the lacking Wizards roster.
Toronto simply has a deeper bench coming into this game, and they don’t rely on any single player to create offence all on their own. On the flip side, Washington tends to heavily rely on one or two guys, letting enemy defences key in on whoever is scoring.
Additionally, the Raptor’s length could spell trouble for a slasher like Kyle Kuzma, as he will struggle to make it to the basket and only shoots 35.7% from beyond the arch.
Long story short, the Raptors look poised for the win; their scoring options and tight defence will likely smother Washington’s scoring.
Raptors vs Wizards Betting Tip
- Pick: Under 220.5
- Odds: +179 Tonybet
This game will likely see both teams reach triple-digit scores, although most likely not breaking the 220-point mark. Washington has really struggled from beyond the arch this season, and the Raptor’s length will be clogging the lanes on any drives.
The Raptors are also unlikely to really break past the 120-point mark, especially considering their abysmal showing against the Celtics. This game will, by no means, be a long, drawn-out slugfest, but it also won’t be a scoring clinic.
To be fair, though, it’s still quite early in the season, and both teams are still trying to get on their feet. The best basketball and highest-scoring games will probably start coming out of these rosters around mid to late December, so under 220.5 is a safe option.
Raptors vs Wizards Betting Trends
Before placing a bet on the upcoming NBA game, consider these trends: The Toronto Raptors have won three out of their last five matches. This suggests that the Raptors will win.
Scottie Barne’s scoring has fallen off quite drastically over the last two games, averaging just 12 points over these matchups. As the Raptor’s number one option, their scoring output will be lessened.
