Wizards vs Raptors Picks and Prediction – 3/9/2025

In Saturday night NBA action, the Washington Wizards will travel to Scotiabank Arena to take on the Toronto Raptors. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Wizards (12-49) have dropped 23 of their first 28 road games and own the worst overall record in the NBA. On Wednesday, Washington assisted on 32 of 42 made field goals during a 125-122 home victory versus an undermanned Utah squad. 

Rookie F Kyshawn George led a balanced Washington scoring attack with 23 points (8-17 FG) and seven rebounds. Number two overall draft pick Alex Sarr chipped in 21 points (8-12 FG) and five boards. Rookie G Bub Carrington added 12 points and nine assists for the Wizards, who converted 24 of 29 free-throw attempts. 

The Toronto Raptors have won three straight games and have their sights set on the future. The Raptors (21-42) currently rank 26th in the league in offensive efficiency and are averaging a shade above 110 points per contest. Last night, Toronto built an 11-point halftime advantage and cruised to a 118-109 home victory versus Utah. 

Toronto G Immanuel Quickley nailed six of his 13 three-point attempts and finished with a game-high 34 points. F Scottie Barnes contributed 22 points (8-19 FG), 12 rebounds, and six assists. Rookie G Ja’Kobe Walter added 14 points and five boards for the Raptors, who improved to 14-19 at home.

Washington G Jordan Poole (elbow) participated in Friday’s practice and is expected to play in this contest. These two teams rank in the bottom seven of the league in defensive efficiency and the Wizards play at the fourth fastest tempo. Look for the Raptors to win at home in a game that goes over the total. Final Score Prediction, Toronto Raptors win 121-116.