The Toronto Raptors host the Boston Celtics in an Eastern-Conference matchup. Tip-off is set for 07:30 PM ET at the Scotiabank Arena.
Probable Starting Lineups
Boston Celtics PG Marcus Smart, SG Jaylen Brown, SF Jayson Tatum Q, PF Grant Williams, C Daniel Theis
Toronto Raptors PG Fred VanVleet, SG Gary Trent Q, SF O.G. Anunoby, PF Scottie Barnes, C Pascal Siakam
Key Injuries
Boston Celtics
Al Horford: Personal (DOUBTFUL)
Robert Williams III: Knee (QUESTIONABLE)
Toronto Raptors
Gary Trent Jr.: Toe (QUESTIONABLE)
Malachi Flynn: Hamstring (OUT)
David Johnson: Knee (OUT)
Recent Form
The Boston Celtics come into this game with an overall record of 47-28, placing them 2nd in the Eastern Conference. So far, Boston is above .500 on the road, holding a record of 21-16. Over their last five games, the Celtics have played well, picking up 5 wins. During this stretch, Boston is averaging 128.0 points per game, 17.0 points more than their season average of 110.7. This uptick in offensive play has come while playing a group of opponents who are collectively giving up 111.0 points per contest. The Celtics have been picking up wins while holding opponents to an average of 107.0 points per game, similar to their season average of 103.9. In the Boston Celtics’ most recent game, Boston took down Minnesota by a score of 134-112
The Toronto Raptors come into this game with an overall record of 42-32, placing them 6th in the Eastern Conference. So far, Toronto is above .500 at home, holding a record of 19-16. The Raptors have played well over their last five games, picking up 3 wins. During this stretch, Toronto is averaging 113.0 points per game, 4.0 points more than their season average of 109.1. This uptick in offensive play has come while playing a group of opponents who are collectively giving up 110.0 points per contest. The Raptors have been picking up victories while holding opponents to an average of 105.0 points per game, similar to their season average of 107.1. In the Toronto Raptors’ most recent game, Toronto took down Indiana by a score of 131-91.
Individual Player Analysis
As Boston travels to take on the Toronto Raptors, the Celtics’ leading scorer is Jayson Tatum. Through 70 games, Tatum is averaging 27 points. On the season, he has surpassed his season average in 40.0% of his games. So far, the Raptors are allowing their opponent’s top scorer to surpass their season average in 46.03% of their games, placing them 11th among NBA defenses. On the other side, Pascal Siakam leads the Raptors in scoring, averaging 22 points across his 61 games. Throughout the season, Siakam has outscored his season average in 48.0% of his outings. Given that Boston’s defense has struggled to slow down their opponent’s top scorers, Pascal Siakam should be in line for a big performance. So far, the Celtics have allowed their opponent’s top scorer to surpass their season average in 53.12% of their games, giving them a rank of 22nd among NBA defenses.
Matchup Analysis
Heading into this matchup, the Boston Celtics are the more efficient team on both ends of the court. This scenario has taken place in 28 of Boston’s 37 games, leading to a winning percentage of 64%. So far, the Toronto Raptors have played 41 games as the inferior offensive and defensive unit. In these instances, they have lost 41 times, by an average margin of -14.0 points.
- Get more details: Boston vs. Toronto 3/28/22 Betting Matchup Stats
The Historicals
Heading into today’s matchup, the Boston Celtics and Toronto Raptors have met up for 3 games. In their last meeting, Boston picked up a 109-97 win.
How the Public is Betting the Celtics vs Raptors
67% are betting the Celtics against the spread.
52% are wagering on the game to go over the posted total of 219.5
Betting Trends Worth Noting
- Celtics are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games vs. a team with a winning straight up record.
- Celtics are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games overall
- Raptors are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games as a favorite.
- Raptors are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.
