The Boston Celtics and Toronto Raptors are set to play at the Scotiabank Arena. This game takes place at the beginning of the NBA Regular Season. The Celtics have a strong record of 9-2, while the Raptors are at 5-5.
Boston leads the Eastern Conference and the Atlantic Division. They are on a four-game winning streak. The Celtics' last game was a win against the Philadelphia 76ers, ending 123-101.
Toronto ranks sixth in the Eastern Conference and fourth in the Atlantic Division. They are coming off a loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, with a final score of 118-102. The Raptors aim to improve their home record of 2-2.
The Celtics are favored in this game with a spread of -6.5. The over/under is set at 215.5 points. Fans can watch the game on NBCS at 7:00 PM on November 11, 2026.
Raptors vs Celtics At a Glance
- Game Venue: Scotiabank Arena in Toronto
- Game Time: Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM
- TV Channel: NBCS
- Celtics Record: 9-2, 1st in the Eastern Conference
- Raptors Record: 5-5, 6th in the Eastern Conference
- Game Odds: Celtics favored with -6.5 spread
Toronto Raptors Ready to Take on the Boston Celtics
Offensive Overview
The Toronto Raptors rank ninth in the league with 116.6 points per game. They attempt a high number of field goals, ranking second in field goal attempts per game. However, their field goal percentage sits at 45.9, placing them 16th.
They excel in two-point attempts, ranking third, but their three-point shooting needs improvement. The Raptors make only 11.2 three-pointers per game, ranking 28th in the league.
Defensive Performance
Defensively, the Raptors allow 113.3 points per game, placing them 14th. They block 4.2 shots per game, ranking sixth in the league. Opponents have a high field goal percentage of 47.8% against them, which is 23rd in the league.
The Raptors are strong at limiting field goal attempts, as opponents take the fewest shots against them. However, they allow 23.8 free throws made per game, ranking 29th in this category.
Key Players to Watch
RJ Barrett is a key player, averaging 21.3 points per game. He also contributes with 5.8 rebounds and 3.7 assists per game. Immanuel Quickley adds 17.4 points and 5.8 assists per game, but his status is questionable due to a hamstring injury.
Kawhi Leonard, who averages 19.5 points, is out with a knee injury. Scottie Barnes is also out, impacting the team's depth.
Recent Game Performance
In their recent game against the Memphis Grizzlies, the Raptors lost 102-118. Jamal Shead led with 20 points and 11 assists. Jakob Poeltl contributed 18 points with a strong shooting performance.
Against the Milwaukee Bucks, the Raptors secured a win with a score of 121-107. Poeltl and Collin Murray-Boyles each scored 19 points, showcasing their ability to contribute offensively.
Betting Trends
- The Raptors are 5-5 straight up in all games this season.
- As favorites, they have won 5 out of 6 games.
- They are 5-5 against the spread in all games.
- The Raptors have not won any games as underdogs, with a 0-4 record.
- In their last 5 games, the over has hit in 3 games.
Boston Celtics Prepare for Battle on the Road
Offensive Performance
The Boston Celtics score 115.7 points per game, ranking 11th in the league. They attempt 88.5 field goals per game, shooting at a 45.9% rate. Their effective field goal percentage is 55.0%, placing them 5th overall.
The team is strong in three-point shooting, making 16.2 per game, which ranks 2nd. They attempt 42.2 three-pointers per game and hit 38.4% of them, standing 3rd in the league. Their free throw percentage is 78.2%, placing them 14th.
Defensive Strengths
Defensively, the Celtics allow only 104.0 points per game, ranking them 2nd in the league. They allow a field goal percentage of 42.3%, also ranking 2nd. Their opponents' effective field goal percentage is 50.7%, putting them in 5th place.
The team leads the league in limiting two-point attempts, allowing only 41.7 per game. Opponents make 33.5% of three-point shots against them, ranking the Celtics 10th in this category. The Celtics also limit opponents to 17.7 free throws made per game.
Key Players to Watch
Jayson Tatum leads the Celtics with an average of 26.5 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 7.4 assists per game. Paul George contributes 22.0 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game. Payton Pritchard adds 13.3 points and 3.9 assists per game.
Derrick White supports the team with 12.2 points and 5.1 assists per game. Neemias Queta provides a presence inside, averaging 9.0 points and 6.2 rebounds per game. Mitchell Robinson's status is uncertain due to illness.
Recent Performances
The Celtics won their last game against the 76ers by a score of 123-101. Paul George was a standout with 36 points and Jayson Tatum added 21 points. They also won against the Bucks, scoring 117-97, with Tatum and George leading the way.
Against the Hornets, they won 119-80, with Tatum scoring 34 points. Derrick White and Payton Pritchard also contributed significantly in these recent games. The Celtics have shown strong form in their recent outings.
Team Betting Trends
- Won 9 of their last 10 games straight up.
- Covered the spread in 6 of their last 10 games.
- Games went over the total in 2 of their last 10.
- They are 9-1 straight up as favorites.
- They are 6-4 against the spread as favorites.
Raptors vs Celtics Prediction: Celtics -6.5
The Boston Celtics are showing strong form early in the season with a 9-2 record. They are 4-2 on the road and have a four-game winning streak. Their defense is among the top in the league, allowing only 104 points per game.
On the other side, the Toronto Raptors are at 5-5, with struggles as underdogs, being 0-4 against the spread in those situations. They have a 2-2 home record and lost their last game. The Celtics have dominated the Raptors in recent matchups, winning the last five meetings with an average margin of 9.6 points.
Statistically, the Celtics' effective field goal percentage is ranked fifth in the league. This could be crucial against the Raptors, whose defense ranks low in field goal percentage allowed. Additionally, the Celtics' ability to hit three-pointers will challenge the Raptors' defense.
Given these factors, the Celtics -6.5 is a reasonable pick for this game. The Celtics' solid defense and recent history against the Raptors support this choice.
- Raptors vs Celtics Prediction: Celtics -6.5
- Raptors vs Celtics Score: Celtics 112 - Raptors 105
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