THE Warriors of the Golden State The game against the Toronto Raptors is one of nine NBA games scheduled for Friday. This will be the second meeting between the two teams this season, with Toronto winning the last match 130-127 on January 7.
On that note, let’s take a look at the Golden State Warriors vs. Toronto Raptors preview, including predictions, starting lineups and betting tips for March 1.
The Warriors lead the all-time series 32-21 against the Raptors. Toronto won the most recent game behind RJ Barrett with 37 points, six assists, six rebounds and a steal. Klay Thompson led Golden State with 25 points and three assists.
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Golden State Warriors vs. Toronto Raptors Preview, Predictions, Starting Lineups, Odds and Betting Tips
The Golden State Warriors vs. Toronto Raptors The game is scheduled for Friday, March 1 at Scotiabank Arena. The game begins at 7:30 p.m. EST and will be broadcast on SN and NBC Sports Bay Area. Fans can stream the game live on fuboTV and NBA League Pass.
Money line: Warriors (-146) vs. Raptors (+123)
Spread: Warriors (-3) vs. Raptors (+3)
Total (P/U): Warriors -110 (o237) vs Raptors -110 (u237)
Editor’s Note: Odds may change as the game approaches. The odds listed were consistent with information available at the time of writing.
Golden State Warriors vs. Toronto Raptors Preview
The Warriors (31-27) have won eight of their last 10 games to strengthen their case for a playoff push. They have won two straight games, both on the road, and are 10th in the West. Golden State played the first game of a back-to-back against the New York Knicks on Thursday. Steph Curry had 31 points and 11 rebounds in the 110-99 victory.
The Raptors (22-37) are 12th in the Eastern Conference. They lost their last game 136-125 against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday. Immanuel Quickley had 28 points, nine assists and five rebounds in the loss.
Toronto has struggled at home this season with a 12-17 record. With a surging Golden State as their next opponent, the Raptors need to be at their best to have any hope of victory.
Golden State Warriors starting lineups vs. Toronto Raptors
The Warriors will be deprived Andrew Wiggins as he continues to deal with a personal problem. Gui Santos will also be out with a knee injury. Golden State coach Steve Kerr is expected to start:
PG: Steph Curry SG: Brandin Podziemski FS: Moses Moody PF: Jonathan Kuminga VS : Green Draymond
The Raptors listed Chris Boucher as questionable for Friday’s game due to illness. With an otherwise fairly healthy squad, coach Darko Rajakovic should start:
PG: Emmanuel Quickley SG: Gary Trent Jr. FS: RJ Barrett PF: Scottie Barnes VS : Jakob Poeltl
Editor’s Note: These are projected starting lineups, which could change depending on the availability of players uncertain to play.
Golden State Warriors vs. Toronto Raptors Betting Tips
Steph Curry has a plus/minus of 28.5 points for the game. Curry has a career average of 26.2 points against the Raptors. With Kuminga and Thompson playing good basketball, Curry should have plenty of offensive help. He should finish the evening with less than 28.5 points.
RJ Barrett has a plus/minus of 20.5 points. The last time the two teams met, he was the difference that allowed Toronto to win the game. Although Barrett is not expected to score 37 points or more, he should finish the game with more than 20.5 points.
Golden State Warriors vs. Toronto Raptors Prediction
The Warriors are favored on the road due to their excellent recent record. They might also have their sights set on rematch after the tough loss to the Raptors at home in January. Expect Curry and Co. to cover the spread for a win. Both teams play free-flowing offensive basketball. Expect the team’s total to exceed 237 points.
