Toronto Raptors vs Washington Wizards Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/26

The Toronto Raptors are set to play against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena. This game will happen on Friday, December 26, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The Raptors, led by Head Coach Darko Rajakovic, have a record of 18-13 this season.

The Washington Wizards, coached by Brian Keefe, have a record of 5-23. The Wizards are looking to improve their standing in the Eastern Conference. Fans can watch the game on SN.

Raptors vs Wizards Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Toronto Raptors vs. Washington Wizards
  • Venue: Capital One Arena
  • Date: Friday, December 26, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Raptors -8.5, Wizards +8.5

Toronto Raptors Team Preview

The Toronto Raptors have been on a roller coaster in their recent games. They had a big win against the Miami Heat with a score of 112-91. Scottie Barnes was the top player in that game, scoring 27 points with 8 rebounds and 4 assists.

In the game against the Brooklyn Nets, the Raptors faced a 15-point loss. Brandon Ingram led the scoring for the Raptors with 19 points and 5 rebounds. Despite the loss, Immanuel Quickley showed his playmaking skills with 10 assists.

Toronto’s season stats show strong defense, allowing only 111.6 points per game, which ranks third. Their field goal percentage is impressive at 47.9%, ranking them eighth. However, the team struggles at the free throw line, with a percentage of 76.6% ranking them 24th.

Washington Wizards Team Preview

The Washington Wizards are currently navigating through a challenging season. They recently lost to the Charlotte Hornets by 17 points, with a final score of 126-109. Their performance on the road has been inconsistent, as shown by their recent game stats.

In their last home game against the San Antonio Spurs, the Wizards fell short by 11 points, ending the game at 124-113. Their shooting percentage was 44.2%, which is a bit higher than their season average of 45.9%. Despite the loss, players like Bub Carrington and Tre Johnson showed strong performances.

Key players for the Wizards include CJ McCollum and Alexandre Sarr. McCollum is averaging 18.6 points per game, while Sarr is close behind with 18.3 points. The team is facing some injury challenges, with Corey Kispert and Cam Whitmore both sidelined.

BTB Betting Pick

The Raptors are favored by 8.5 points against the Wizards. With the Raptors allowing just 111.6 points per game and the Wizards struggling defensively, the Raptors should cover the spread. A projected score of Raptors 118, Wizards 108 supports this pick.

The total for the game is set at 228.5 points. The Raptors’ defense is strong, while the Wizards give up a lot of points. Even so, the projected total of 226 points suggests taking the under. This is based on the Raptors’ ability to limit scoring and the Wizards’ offensive ranking.