The Toronto Raptors (8-9) face the Brooklyn Nets (8-8) in an in-season tournament game Tuesday at Barclays Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Raptors vs. Nets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: First meeting; Brooklyn won 4-0 last season
The Raptors were defeated 105-102 by the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday despite covering as 3.5-point road underdogs and the Under (222.5) hitting. In his 3rd season in the NBA, F Scottie Barnes has taken a step forward in his development, averaging 19 points, 9.1 rebounds, and 5.6 assists per game.
The Nets covered as 2.5-point home favorites, and the Over (222.5) connected, in their 118-109 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Sunday. After being a bright spot for Brooklyn to end last season, F Mikal Bridges is leading the way with 21.8 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game.