<p>The Los Angeles Lakers host the Toronto Raptors in a Non-Conference matchup. Tip-off is set for 10:30 PM ET at the Staples Center. The visiting Raptors are a -5 point spread favorite with the total line on the bnoard at 224.5 </p>
<h2>Probable Starting Lineups</h2>
<p><b>Toronto Raptors</b> PG Fred VanVleet Q, SG Gary Trent, SF Scottie Barnes, PF Pascal Siakam, C Khem Birch</br><br />
<b>Los Angeles Lakers</b> PG Russell Westbrook, SG Malik Monk, SF Austin Reaves, PF Stanley Johnson, C LeBron James Q</p>
<h2>Key Injuries</h2>
<p><b> Toronto Raptors </b><br />
David Johnson: Knee (OUT)<br />
Fred VanVleet: Knee (QUESTIONABLE)<br />
Malachi Flynn: Hamstring (OUT)<br />
OG Anunoby: Finger (OUT)</p>
<p><b> Los Angeles Lakers </b><br />
Anthony Davis: Ankle (OUT)<br />
Kendrick Nunn: Ankle (OUT)</p>
<h2>Recent Form</h2>
<p>The Toronto Raptors come into this game with an overall record of 37-30, placing them 7th in the Eastern Conference. So far, Toronto is above .500 on the road, holding a record of 20-15. Over their last five games, the Raptors have played well, picking up 3 wins. In this stretch, Toronto's offense is scoring right in line with their season average, putting up 111.0 points per game. Combined, the Raptors' last five opponents are giving up 109.0 points per contest. The Raptors have been picking up wins while holding opponents to an average of 108.0 points per game, similar to their season average of 107.4. In the Toronto Raptors' most recent game, Toronto took down Denver by a score of 127-115</p>
<p>The Los Angeles Lakers come into this game with an overall record of 29-38, placing them 9th in the Western Conference. So far, Los Angeles is above .500 at home, holding a record of 20-16. Over the Lakers' last five games, they have picked up just 2 wins. During this stretch, Los Angeles is averaging 119.0 points per game, 8.0 points more than their season average of 111.1. This uptick in offensive play has come while playing a group of opponents who are collectively giving up 111.0 points per contest. A key reason for the Lakers' recent struggles is a defensive unit giving up 124.0 points over their last five contests. This figure is up from their season average of 113.6. In the Los Angeles Lakers' most recent game, the team fell to Phoenix by a score of 140-111.</p>
<h2>Individual Player Analysis</h2>
<p>As Toronto travels to take on the Los Angeles Lakers, the Raptors' leading scorer is Pascal Siakam. Through 52 games, Siakam is averaging 21 points. On the season, he has surpassed his season average in 46.0% of his games. Against the Lakers, Siakam will need to be on top of his game as Los Angeles is allowing their opponent's top scorer to surpass their average in 36.0% of their games, placing them in the top 10. On the other side, LeBron James leads the Lakers in scoring, averaging 29 points across his 51 games. Throughout the season, James has outscored his season average in 51.0% of his outings. On the season, the Raptors have allowed their opponent's top scorer to surpass their season average in 46.55% of their games, giving them a rank of 12nd among NBA defenses.</p>
<h2>Matchup Analysis</h2>
<p>Heading into this matchup, the Toronto Raptors are the more efficient team on both ends of the court. This scenario has taken place in 11 of Toronto's 33 games, leading to a winning percentage of 64%. So far, the Los Angeles Lakers have played 48 games as the inferior offensive and defensive unit. In these instances, they have lost 48 times, by an average margin of -14.0 points.</p>
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<h2>The Historicals</h2>
<p>Today's matchup between the Toronto Raptors and Los Angeles Lakers will be their first meeting of the season.</p>
<h2>How the Public is Betting the Raptors vs Lakers</h2>
<p>67% are betting the Raptors against the spread.<br></p>
<p>52% are wagering on the game to go over the posted total of No Odds</p>
<h2>Betting Trends Worth Noting</h2>
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<li>Raptors are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games as a road favorite.</li>
<li>Raptors are 9-3 ATS in their last 12 games following a ATS win.</li>
<li>Lakers are 3-1-1 ATS in their last 5 games as a home underdog.</li>
<li>Lakers are 3-1-1 ATS in their last 5 games following a straight up loss of more than 10 points.</li>
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