Toronto Raptors (2-11) at Boston Celtics (10-3) Game #14 11/16/24 from

Toronto Raptors Take on Boston Celtics for a Heated Game in Boston

Raptors Seek Redemption After Loss to Hornets

The Toronto Raptors will travel to the TD Garden on Tuesday night for a rematch against the Boston Celtics. Toronto comes into the game with a disappointing 2-11 record, while Boston sits at 10-3.

Raptors Limp into Boston on a Four-Game Losing Streak

The Raptors enter this game coming off a tough 116-105 loss to the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday. Pascal Siakam led the way for Toronto with 24 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome a strong performance from LaMelo Ball, who had 26 points and 10 assists for the Hornets. The loss dropped the Raptors to 2-11 on the season, which is the worst record in the Eastern Conference. Toronto has struggled offensively, ranking 29th in the league in points per game (106.1). They have also been poor defensively, allowing opponents to score 117.6 points per game (28th in the NBA).

Celtics Look to Stay Hot at Home

The Celtics, meanwhile, have been one of the hottest teams in the Eastern Conference since starting the season 1-2. They have won seven of their last eight games, including a 122-104 victory over the Miami Heat on Saturday. Jayson Tatum has been leading the way for Boston, averaging 31.2 points per game. He is also shooting 48.8% from the field and 40.4% from three-point range. Jaylen Brown has also been impressive, averaging 26.5 points per game. The Celtics are a tough team to beat at home, where they have a 6-1 record this season. They are also 4-0 against Southeast Division opponents.

Prediction

The Celtics are the clear favorites in this game. They are the better team on paper, and they have the home-court advantage. The Raptors are struggling, and they have a lot of injuries. If the Celtics can keep Siakam in check, they should be able to win this game easily. **Celtics 115, Raptors 100**