Raptors vs. Nets Picks and Prediction – 3/26/2025
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Toronto Raptors (25-47) vs. Brooklyn Nets (23-49)
Time: 7:30 PM ET
Location: Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY
TV: ESPN
Previous Games:
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Raptors: Coming off a 112-104 win vs. Washington
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Nets: Lost 120-101 vs. Dallas
Head-to-Head:
Brooklyn has had the upper hand in recent matchups, winning 8 of the last 10 meetings against Toronto. However, the Nets are in poor form, losing 7 of their last 8 games, while Toronto has been more competitive, covering the spread in 9 of their last 12 games.
Toronto Raptors Breakdown:
Toronto has been inconsistent, posting 5 wins in their last 10 games. They’ve averaged 110.4 points per game while allowing 113.2 points per game. Scottie Barnes continues to be a key contributor, nearly posting a triple-double last game.
Key Players:
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Scottie Barnes: 17.0 PPG, 10.0 RPG, 8.0 APG
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Immanuel Quickley: 21 points last game
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Jamal Shead: 14 points, 20 minutes off the bench
Brooklyn Nets Breakdown:
Brooklyn has struggled offensively, ranking 27th in the league in offensive efficiency. They have lost 4 straight games and are on the verge of being eliminated from playoff contention. The Nets have been solid defensively, but their lack of scoring has hurt them.
Key Players:
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Nicolas Claxton: 19 points, 7 rebounds last game
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Cameron Johnson: 17 points, 8 assists (OUT - rest)
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Trendon Watford: 12 points off the bench
Betting Trends:
Toronto Raptors:
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9-3 ATS in their last 12 games
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The total has gone UNDER in 4 of their last 5 games
Brooklyn Nets:
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1-7 SU in their last 8 games
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The total has gone UNDER in 5 of their last 6 games vs. Toronto
Exact Score Prediction:
Toronto Raptors 109 – Brooklyn Nets 104
Our Best Bet:
Toronto Raptors +1.5 (-110)
With Brooklyn missing Cameron Johnson and struggling to score, the Raptors have the edge despite their poor road record. Toronto has played more competitively in recent games, while Brooklyn’s offense continues to sputter. The Raptors should at least cover, if not win outright.