Raptors Look to Extend Lead in Series with Win Against Struggling Wizards
Wednesday's matchup between the Toronto Raptors (11-18; 13-16-0 ATS) and the Washington Wizards (5-23; 14-13-1 ATS) in Capital One Arena marks the second matchup between the
Game outlook
Wednesday's matchup between the Toronto Raptors (11-18; 13-16-0 ATS) and the Washington Wizards (5-23; 14-13-1 ATS) in Capital One Arena marks the second matchup between the Eastern Conference rival teams this season, with Toronto taking the first one in November. The game will begin at 7:00 pm EDT, giving the Wizards a second home game in two days. Toronto is the betting favorite opening at -6.5 and the line hasn't moved.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Raptors -259 | Wizards +210
Spread: Raptors -6.5 (-110) | Wizards +6.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 239 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Toronto will win straight-up is 72%.
Toronto Raptors
The Raptors are back in action this game after a disappointing loss to the Jazz, with strengths in offensive rebounding and limiting free throw attempts as their main defensive weapons.
Washington Wizards Analysis
The Washington Wizards have a 5-24 record, the worst defensive rating in the NBA and the lowest defensive rebounding percentage in the league. They are ranked #9 for offense (scoring an average of 117.04 per game), #30 for defense (giving up an average of 126.57 points per game), and #19 and #20 for field goals and three-pointers, respectively.Their free throw conversion rate is ranked #19, their rebounds rank #30, and their offensive and defensive assists rank #7 and #30, respectively. In order to be successful, they will have to rely heavily on attacking the rim.