Detroit Pistons Favored to Extend Winning Streak Against Struggling Toronto Raptors in Eastern Conference Matchup

Game outlook

On Saturday, January 11, 2025, the Toronto Raptors (8-30) will take on the Detroit Pistons (19-19) at Little Caesars Arena in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Raptors are facing difficulties while the Pistons are showing signs of improvement, having already won both head-to-head meetings this season by narrow margins. Detroit is the betting favorite with an opening line of -5.5, but the current line has shifted to Detroit -4.5.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Raptors +165 | Pistons -195

Spread: Raptors +4.5 (-110) | Pistons -4.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 230.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Detroit will win straight-up is 66%.

Toronto Raptors

The Toronto Raptors are currently facing challenges in the Eastern Conference with an 8-29 record. RJ Barrett leads the team in scoring with 23.1 points per game, Jakob Poeltl leads in rebounding with 10.5 boards per contest, and Scottie Barnes contributes across the board with 20.4 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 6.5 assists per game. The team struggles defensively, allowing 119.1 points per game and offensively, averaging 110.7 points per game. They have a weak three-point shooting, ranking last in the NBA. Recent performance includes a 1-15 record in the last 16 games. The team is ranked 28th in power rankings, with #21 in offense and #27 in defense. Offensively, they have a 46.26% field goal percentage, 75.10% free throw percentage, and 34.26% three-point percentage. Defensively, they allow 47.40% field goals, 77.91% free throws, and 36.46% three-pointers. The team averages 44.03 rebounds and 28.57 offensive assists per game, while allowing 43.76 defensive rebounds and 26.78 defensive assists. They have a record of 22-16 against the spread this season.