Warriors vs. Raptors Player Props & Predictions – Sunday, Jan 7

Pascal Siakam #43 of the Toronto Raptors looks on in the first quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on November 26, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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Looking for Warriors vs. Raptors predictions? We have you covered as the Raptors travel to take on the Warriors on Sunday, Jan 7 at 8:30 ET. Currently, the total sits at 238 with the Warriors favored by 2 at home. Keep reading to get our Warriors vs. Raptors player props and predictions.

Warriors vs. Raptors Odds

  • Spread: Warriors -2
  • Total 238

Game Info

  • Date: Sunday, Jan 7
  • Time: 8:30 ET
  • Location: Chase Center, San Francisco CA
  • TV: NBCS

Raptors Betting Trends

  • Over their last five games, the Raptors have an over/under record of 4-0-1 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
  • When looking at their past five road matchups, Toronto has an ATS record of 3-2 while averaging 124 per game. The team went 2-3 overall in these games.
  • Going back to their previous three games as the underdog, Toronto has an ATS mark of 2-1 while going 1-2 straight up.

Warriors Betting Trends

  • In their last five games, the Warriors have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
  • In their last three games at home, the Warriors have a straight up record of 1-2 while going 1-2 vs. the spread. The team averaged 115 points per game in this stretch.
  • Going back to their previous ten games as the favorite, Golden State has an ATS mark of 4-6 while going 7-3 straight up.

Will the Raptors Make it Happen in San Francisco?

As the Raptors prepare to take on the Warriors, they are 14-21 on the season and are trying to get back to .500. In Eastern Conference games, the Raptors are 9-17 and are 5-4 in non-conference games.

In their last game, Toronto put up 130 points vs. the Kings and shot 54% from the field. They were also 23/27 from the free-throw line. On the season, the Raptors are averaging 11.7 offensive rebounds per game and have a three-point percentage of 35%. In terms of pace, they are 16th in the league.

So far this season, the Raptors’ defense has been middle of the pack, ranking 17th in points allowed per game at 115.6. On the road, they have been slightly worse, giving up 118.6 points per contest (20th).

When looking at their field goal percentage allowed, Toronto is 22nd in the NBA at 48.4%. However, they have done a good job of not fouling, ranking 2nd in free throws made allowed per game (19.6).

In terms of three-point shooting, opponents have made 13.1 threes per game against the Raptors (16th). Overall, opposing teams have made 38.4% of their attempts from beyond the arc.

Can the Warriors Deliver Being Favored at Home?

Coming into their matchup against the Raptors, the Warriors have an overall record of 17-18. Over their last three games, they are 2-1. Against Western Conference opponents, they are 11-15 and are 6-3 in non-conference games.

In their most recent game, the Warriors scored a total of 113 points against the Pistons. They shot 46.3% from the field and made 16 threes. For the season, the Warriors are shooting 46% from the field, which ranks 23rd in the NBA. When it comes to three-pointers, they are 14th in percentage and 4th in three-pointers made.

So far this season, the Golden State Warriors have been a middle-of-the-pack defensive team, allowing 116.5 points per game (20th). At home, they have been slightly better, giving up 116.2 points per game (19th).

One area where the Warriors have struggled defensively is in the steals department, ranking just 26th in the NBA at 6.8 per game. They have also struggled to protect the rim, ranking 28th in blocked shots per game (3.5).

Over their last five games, Golden State has given up an average of 120 points per game (22nd). During that stretch, opponents have shot 50% from the field and 59.4% on two-point attempts.

Warriors vs. Raptors Player Prop

A player prop we are looking at is Pascal Siakam and his points prop of 22.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -108 while the under is at -127. With his prop at 22.5, our model suggests taking the over as we have him finishing with 25. We have him finishing with a field goal percentage of 52.6% and knocking down one three.

  • The Prop: Pascal Siakam Over 22.5 Points (-108)

Warriors vs. Raptors Predictions

As the underdogs with a spread of +2, we recommend going with the Raptors on the point spread. We not only see them covering the spread but also have a strong likelihood of winning this one outright, especially if you’re seeking a higher payout on the moneyline.

As for the over/under, the line is currently at 238, and our model projects the Raptors and Warriors to reach a combined total of 226 points. Our bet is on taking the under.

The Pick: Raptors +2 | at Fanduel Sportsbook

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