Toronto Raptors vs Washington Wizards 3/2/2023 Best Picks, Tips and Predictions
The NBA action kicks off this Thursday with an exciting clash between the Toronto Raptors and the Washington Wizards at the Capital One Arena. The Raptors, who boast a solid record of 31-32, are currently on a hot streak, having won eight out of their last ten games. They’re currently trailing the Atlanta Hawks by a mere half-game for the eighth spot in the Eastern Conference standings.
In their last game against the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday, the Raptors put on an impressive display, outscoring their opponents by eight points in the final quarter to seal a 104-98 victory on home turf. The team was led by their standout All-Star forward, Pascal Siakam, who racked up an impressive 20 points and eight rebounds, with strong support from Gary Trent Jr. who came off the bench to contribute 19 points and five rebounds in just 28 minutes of play. The Raptors also showcased their impressive teamwork, assisting on 26 of their 38 made field goals. Fans can expect a thrilling game as these two Eastern Conference rivals battle it out on the court.
- Toronto is 13-2 SU in their last 15 matches with the Wizards.
- The Toronto Raptors are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games on the road.
- The Raptors are 6-0 SU in their last 6 games on the road against Washington.
Toronto Raptors vs Washington Wizards 3/2/2023 Best Picks, Tips and Predictions
The Washington Wizards have been enjoying a successful run at home, with a record of one game above .500. They currently hold a 1.5-game advantage over the Chicago Bulls for the tenth spot in the Eastern Conference standings. In their most recent game, the Wizards faced off against the Atlanta Hawks on the road and emerged victorious with a score of 119-116. The Wizards displayed their dominance in the paint, outscoring the Hawks by a margin of 66-52, and shot an impressive 50 percent from the field.
Leading the charge for the Wizards was their talented guard, Bradley Beal, who put on a scintillating performance with a game-high 37 points on 17-for-30 shooting, along with seven assists. Kyle Kuzma also played a crucial role, scoring 28 points on 10-for-26 shooting from the floor, while Daniel Gafford added 13 points and 12 rebounds to the Wizards’ tally. Fans can expect an exciting display of skill and strategy as the Wizards look to maintain their winning streak at home.
- The Wizards are 0-6 SU in their last 6 games when playing at home against Toronto.
- The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Washington’s last 6 games against an opponent in the Eastern Conference.
- Washington is 3-12 SU in their last 15 games against an opponent in the Atlantic Division.
Toronto Raptors vs Washington Wizards. The NBA pick for this game is the Toronto Raptors. Washington SG Monte Morris (lower back soreness) missed consecutive games and will remain sidelined for this contest. Both squads are similar statistically, but Toronto is in better form. Take the Raptors to win on the road. Prediction: Toronto Raptors win 115-108.
NBA Starting Time: 7:00 PM (EDT)
Location: Vivint Arena, UT
Date: Thursday, March 2, 2023
TV: NSWA
NBA Odds: Toronto Raptors -1.5
NBA Totals: 223.5
