Scheduled Date: Friday, November 1, 2024
Venue: Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, ON
Broadcasting On: TSN
This Friday, the Toronto Raptors (1-4) will take on the Los Angeles Lakers (3-2) at Scotiabank Arena.
In their most recent outing, the Lakers faced the Cavaliers and suffered a defeat with a final score of 134-110. Los Angeles concluded the game with a field goal percentage of 49.4%, successfully completing 38 of their 77 attempts, while hitting just 6 out of 28 from beyond the arc. From the free-throw line, they achieved a solid 84.8% by converting 28 of their 33 attempts. On the boards, the Lakers managed to secure a total of 41 rebounds, which included 12 offensive rebounds. They also tallied 23 assists while forcing the Cavaliers into 9 turnovers and seized 4 steals. Defensively, the Lakers allowed their opponents to shoot 57.7% from the field, giving up 56 baskets on 97 attempts. The Cavaliers accumulated 17 assists and made 7 steals, alongside posting 37 rebounds (6 offensive, 31 defensive) with 5 blocks. Cleveland finished with a free throw percentage of 62.5%, sinking 5 of their 8 attempts, and shooting 41.5% from three-point range, hitting 17 out of 41 attempts. The Lakers committed 25 fouls, while the Cavaliers tallied 21.
LeBron James was a standout performer in this contest, scoring 26 points on an impressive 9 of 13 shooting. He logged 29 minutes on the court, grabbing 6 rebounds and contributing 3 assists, finishing the game with a shooting percentage of 69.2%.
The Lakers enter this game with a season record of 3-2, averaging 115.8 points per game (11th in the league) and shooting 47.8% from the field. From three-point range, Los Angeles is making 35.1% of their shots (53 of 151) and excelling at the free-throw line with a percentage of 80.6%. Collectively, they are averaging 42.2 rebounds per game and have recorded 133 assists so far this season, ranking them 8th in the league. However, they also turn the ball over 14.4 times per game and accumulate 17.0 fouls on average.
On the defensive end, the Lakers force 14.0 turnovers each contest, while drawing 23.0 fouls. They limit opponents to 36.7% from three-point territory but rank 21st in points per game allowed at 117.8. Los Angeles’ defense gives up a field goal percentage of 49.7% (218 of 439) and averages 39.0 rebounds per game. They currently sit at 29th in the NBA for assists surrendered, with a total of 142 allowed this season.
On the other side, the Raptors recently faced a tough loss against the Hornets, ending the game at 138-133. In that matchup, Toronto secured 36 defensive rebounds and 13 offensive boards, totaling 49. They committed 9 turnovers while also capturing 7 steals. The Hornets committed 25 fouls, which allowed the Raptors to shoot 30 free throws, converting 20 for a 66.7% success rate. From the field, Toronto made 52 of 91 attempts, resulting in a shooting percentage of 57.1%. Defensively, they allowed the Hornets to achieve 52.1% shooting, as Charlotte hit 49 of 94 attempts and went 44.4% from beyond the arc, connecting on 20 of 45 attempts, and finishing 80.0% from the free-throw line by converting 20 of 25 attempts. In terms of rebounding, the Raptors allowed Charlotte to grab 47 total rebounds, including 12 on the offensive end.
RJ Barrett was pivotal for the Raptors during this game, contributing 31 points in 33 minutes on the floor, while also dishing out 8 assists. He shot 10 of 18 for a shooting percentage of 55.6% and added 4 rebounds to his performance.
This season, the Raptors hold a record of 1-4. Offensively, they are shooting 47.1% from the field, standing 9th in the NBA rankings. Toronto has amassed 580 points this season, averaging 116.0 points per game. Their rebounding average stands at 46.6, and they are excelling with 29.2 assists per game, ranking 3rd in the league. However, they are also averaging 19.0 turnovers per game and committing 26.4 fouls per matchup, while shooting a decent 77.0% from the free-throw line.
Defensively, the Raptors are struggling, ranked 30th in the league for points allowed per game at 124.0. They force 14.8 turnovers every game and allow opponents to shoot 49.3% from the field (29th in the NBA). Toronto permits 41.0% shooting from downtown, with teams converting 66 of 161 attempts, while their opponents also connect on 77.5% of their free throw attempts. The Raptors surrender an average of 27.4 assists and 39.0 total rebounds per game, positioning them 23rd and 3rd in the league, respectively.
Which team will emerge victorious in tonight’s NBA matchup against the spread?
Free Prediction: Bet on Toronto ATS (+9.0)
