San Antonio Spurs at Toronto Raptors: Prediction, Key Players, Injuries

By George Middleton
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The San Antonio Spurs take on the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night at the Air Canada Centre.

The game is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. CT and will be televised on NBATV. The game can also be heard on the radio on WOAI 1200 AM.

This is the first matchup of two between the two teams.

How will the Spurs fare against the Raptors? We take a look at recent history, injuries, and key players to predict the outcome of the game!

Recent Games

San Antonio Spurs

The San Antonio Spurs are 32-18 overall and 12-11 on the road. The Spurs are coming off a 98-85 win against the Miami Heat on Friday. Kawhi Leonard led the way with 24 points.

Toronto Raptors

The Toronto Raptors are 34-17 overall and 19-9 at home. The Raptors are coming off an impressive 123-107 win against the Los Angeles Clippers. The Raptors trailed by 20 in the first quarter before dominating the rest of the game. DeMar DeRozan led the way with 24 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists.

Injuries

San Antonio Spurs

No significant injures.

Toronto Raptors

No significant injuries.

Players to Watch For Toronto Raptors

Kyle Lowry- There is no question that Kyle Lowry is one of the better guards in the NBA. Lowry is finally getting the recognition he deserves as he was voted a starter for the all-star game. He is averaging 18.9 points, 7.2 assists and 4.8 rebounds.

DeMar DeRozan- After missing a heavy portion of the season with a leg injury, DeMar DeRozan is back and has played well. DeRozan is averaging 18.2 points, 4.4 rebounds and 3.3 assists.

Louis Williams- One way to describe Louis Williams: scorer. He is a tough cover as he is one of the league’s best sixth man, as he can shoot from the outside or take his man off the dribble. He is averaging 15.2 points this season.

Prediction

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This will be a difficult contest for the Spurs as the Raptors are one of the league’s best teams and they are terrific at home. The Spurs will lose in a close game as Lowry and DeRozan will make big plays towards the end.

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