Game Details:

Matchup: Toronto Raptors vs. Brooklyn Nets
Date & Time: Wednesday, March 26, 2025 | 7:30 PM ET
Venue: Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY
Betting Line: Nets -4.5 | Over/Under: 227.5

Key Storylines

Playoff Positioning at Stake

With the regular season nearing its end, both the Raptors and Nets are fighting for better position in the Eastern Conference standings. Brooklyn is aiming to solidify its spot in the playoff picture, while Toronto is trying to stay in play-in contention.

Nets Riding Home Momentum

Brooklyn has been one of the better home teams this season, boasting an impressive 21-12 record at Barclays Center. They’ll look to capitalize on their home-court advantage against a Raptors squad that has struggled on the road.

Raptors’ Injury Woes

Toronto has been dealing with key injuries, which have significantly impacted their depth and overall consistency. With multiple players either sidelined or playing through pain, the Raptors could face an uphill battle against a Nets team that is near full strength.

Injury Report

Toronto Raptors:
Out: Jakob Poeltl (knee), RJ Barrett (quad)
Questionable: Immanuel Quickley (ankle)

Brooklyn Nets:
Out: Cam Thomas (ankle)
Probable: Nic Claxton (hip)

Betting Trends

Against the Spread (ATS):

Raptors: 30-37 ATS this season
Nets: 35-32 ATS this season

Over/Under Trends:

The total has gone over in 7 of Toronto’s last 10 games.
The total has gone under in 6 of Brooklyn’s last 10 games.

Raptors Road Struggles:

Toronto has a 9-24 record in away games this season.
Brooklyn is 21-12 at home, making them a tough opponent in this matchup.

Player Prop to Watch

Scottie Barnes (Raptors) – Points Total: 22.5
With Barrett sidelined, Barnes will take on an even larger offensive role. He has cleared this mark in three of the last five games.

Mikal Bridges (Nets) – Three-Pointers Made: 2.5
Bridges has been shooting efficiently from deep, and the Raptors’ poor perimeter defense makes the over on this prop a strong bet.

Prediction & Best Bets

Spread: Nets -4.5 → Brooklyn’s home-court advantage and the Raptors’ injuries make them the safer pick.
Total: Under 227.5 → The Nets have been playing slower, and Toronto’s missing pieces could impact scoring.
Player Prop: Scottie Barnes Over 22.5 points → Increased offensive load should lead to a high-scoring night.

The Nets have the edge at home, and unless the Raptors get an unexpected boost, Brooklyn should come away with the win.

Final Score Prediction: Nets 112, Raptors 104