The Miami Heat (44-36) welcome the Toronto Raptors (25-55) to the Kaseya Center Friday. Tip is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze'FanDuel Sportsbook’s'lines around the Raptors vs. Heat odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: Tied 1-1
The Heat lost to the Dallas Mavericks 111-92 Wednesday, failing to cover as a 2.5-point home underdog. They have lost 3 of their last 5 games and are 3-2 against the spread (ATS) in that span. Miami, which is 39-39-2 ATS on the season, is led by F Jimmy Butler, who is averaging 21 points per game.
The Raptors are coming off a 106-102 loss at the Brooklyn Nets Wednesday, covering as an 11.5-point underdog. Toronto has lost 2 of its last 4 games yet is 3-1 ATS in those. It has lost 17 of its last 19. The Raptors are 35-45 ATS on the season.