Prediction in first NBA match of the season!
Miami looks to miss out on both Dru and Keshad while Toronto looks to have Leonard and barnes back in the team.
Match: Toronto Raptors vs Miami heat
League / Competition: NBA
Our Pick: Toronto to win -4,5
Odds: 1.90
Market: Handicap
Analyst Confidence: 4/5
Toronto enters this preseason matchup with a strong defensive foundation after ranking 5th in the NBA in defensive rating last season and finishing with 46 wins. The Raptors also won the most recent meeting between these teams 128–114, showing they can create separation against Miami.
With Scottie Barnes leading a young Toronto core and the Raptors playing at home in Canada, they have the pieces to control the game on both ends. Toronto -4.5 is the selection, although preseason rotations add some uncertainty.
Prediction: Toronto Raptors -4.5🏀✅