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Toronto Raptors Favored to Extend Win Streak Against Struggling New Orleans Pelicans

On Monday, the New Orleans Pelicans (12-34, 14th Western Conference) will face off against the Toronto Raptors (13-32, 13th Eastern Conference) in a matchup between two teams outside of playoff contention. New Orleans is coming off a 123-92 loss to the Charlotte Hornets and has dropped their last two games. They currently sit 14th in the Western Conference, well behind the playoff race. Toronto, on the other hand, defeated the Atlanta Hawks 117-94 on Saturday and has won three straight and five of their last six games. They are 13th in the Eastern Conference, still fighting for a playoff spot. Key players Brandon Ingram and Herbert Jones are out for New Orleans, while Keion Brooks Jr and Dejounte Murray are game-time decisions. Toronto's Immanuel Quickley, Ochai Agbahi, and Kelly Olynyk are also game-time decisions. The Raptors are the favorite to win with an opening line of -1.5, now sitting at Toronto -1. Stay tuned for a detailed prediction on the outcome of the game between the New Orleans Pelicans and the Toronto Raptors.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Pelicans -105 | Raptors -115
• Spread: Pelicans +1 (-110) | Raptors -1 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 232.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Toronto will win straight-up is 53%.

New Orleans vs Toronto Stats

New Orleans Pelicans

The New Orleans Pelicans have been struggling on both ends of the court this season. They are ranked 23rd in offense, averaging 109.2 points per game, and 25th in defense, allowing an average of 117.8 points per game. Offensively, they shoot 44.4% overall and 34.4% from three-point range, while defensively, they allow opponents to shoot 48.3% overall and 36.5% from beyond the arc. Zion Williamson leads the team in scoring with 22.5 points per game, followed by Brandon Ingram (22.2 ppg) who is currently injured. CJ McCollum and Trey Murphy III also contribute offensively. Dejounte Murray leads the team in assists with 7.6 per game, Williamson leads in rebounds with 8.5 per game, and Murray leads in steals with 2.2 per game. Yves Missi is the rim protector with 1.4 blocked shots per game. The Pelicans have a record of 12-34 this season and are ranked 17th in power rankings. They have room for improvement both offensively and defensively to turn their season around.

Toronto Raptors Analysis

The Toronto Raptors have a power ranking of 29 and are ranked 20th for offense, averaging 111.18 points per game, and 26th for defense, allowing an average of 117.95 points per game. They have a record of 13-32 overall. The team shoots 47.03% from the field, ranking 12th, and 34.98% from three-point range, ranking 20th. Toronto averages 43.98 rebounds per game, ranking 18th, and has a strong assist-to-turnover ratio. Defensively, the Raptors allow opponents to shoot 47.24% from the field and 36.81% from three-point range. RJ Barrett leads Toronto in scoring with an average of 22.1 points per game, while Scottie Barnes is second with 20.1 points per game. Barnes also leads the team in assists, while Jakob Poeltl dominates the boards and blocks. The Raptors recently went 1-2 against New Orleans in their last three matchups.

Toronto Raptors Riding Three-Game Winning Streak as New Orleans Pelicans Struggle

The Toronto Raptors are currently on a three-game winning streak and have won five of their last six games. In contrast, the New Orleans Pelicans have lost their last two games after previously winning four in a row. Despite facing ongoing injury challenges, the Pelicans have managed to welcome back key players such as Zion Williamson and Dejounte Murray (game-time decision). On New Orleans' roster, three players are currently averaging over 20 points per game. Historically, the Pelicans have covered the spread in seven of their last nine matchups against the Raptors and have performed well on the road, covering the spread in six of their last eight games played in Toronto. Williamson has emerged as the team's top scorer, leading rebounder, and a key rim protector. Yves Missi has also performed admirably in Williamson's absence.

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