Miami Heat vs Toronto Raptors 3/28/2023 Expert Picks, Analysis and Tips
The NBA on TNT doubleheader on Tuesday night will kick off with an exciting match-up between the Miami Heat and the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena. Despite their current record of 40-35, the Heat has been struggling on the road and are six games below .500. Currently tied with Brooklyn for sixth place in the Eastern Conference standings, Miami will be eager to bounce back from their 129-100 home loss against the Nets over the weekend.
During that game, Max Strus and Tyler Herro were the leading scorers for the Heat, each contributing 23 points on an impressive combined shooting percentage of 60%. Jimmy Butler also had a solid performance, adding 18 points and five assists, while Bam Adebayo scored 16 points and grabbed seven rebounds.
- The Miami Heat is 1-5 ATS in their last 6 outings with the Raptors.
- Miami is 2-4 SU in their last 6 games against Toronto.
- The total stayed UNDER in 4 of Miami’s last 5 games on the road.
Miami Heat vs Toronto Raptors 3/28/2023 Expert Picks, Analysis and Tips
The Toronto Raptors, who are currently tied with Atlanta for eighth place in the Eastern Conference, won 25 of their first 39 home games this season. In their last game against the Washington Wizards, the Raptors dominated from the start and secured a 114-104 victory. The team outscored the Wizards by 18 points in the paint and shot an impressive 46% from the field.
During that game, O.G. Anunoby led the way for the Raptors, scoring 29 points and pulling down eight rebounds. Fred VanVleet also had a strong game, making five of his nine attempted three-pointers and finishing with 28 points. Meanwhile, Pascal Siakam added 19 points and 11 rebounds to help secure the victory for the Raptors.
The Raptors are averaging 113 points on 45.7 percent shooting and allowing 111.9 points on 49.2 percent shooting. PF Pascal Siakam is averaging 24.2 points and 7.8 rebounds, while PG Fred VanVleet is averaging 19.8 points and 4.2 rebounds. SG Gary Trent Jr. is the third double-digit scorer and SF O.G. Anunoby is grabbing 5.1 rebounds. The Toronto Raptors are shooting 33.9 percent from beyond the arc and 78.2 percent from the free throw line. The Toronto Raptors are allowing 37.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.1 rebounds per game.
- The total went OVER in 4 of Toronto’s last 6 matches with the Heat.
- The Toronto Raptors are 9-1 SU in their last 10 games at home.
- The Raptors are 14-5 SU in their last 19 games at home against Miami.
Miami Heat vs. Toronto Raptors. The NBA pick for this game is the Toronto Raptors. Miami PG Kyle Lowry continues to be bothered by left knee soreness and is not sure whether to suit up for this game. The Heat has been one of the least profitable teams on the road, while the Raptors continue to get the job done at home. Take Toronto to win and cover. Prediction, Toronto Raptors win 114-105.
NBA Starting Time: 7:30 PM (EDT)
Location: Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Canada
Date: Tuesday, Mar 28, 2023
TV: TNT
NBA Odds: Toronto Raptors -3.5
NBA Totals: 219.5
