Portland Trail Blazers vs Toronto-raptors Picks and Predictions March 16th 2025

Portland Trail Blazers vs Toronto-Raptors March 16th 2025

At 6:00 ET, the Portland Trail Blazers (-253) will host the Toronto Raptors (+207) in a non-conference matchup. The Trail Blazers are favored by 7 points, and the over/under line is set at 229.

Portland (28-39) has lost five straight games and is 13th in the Western Conference. Toronto (24-43) has won three in a row and is 11th in the Eastern Conference. This game will take place at the Moda Center in Portland and can be seen on KATU.

Raptors vs. Trail Blazers Key Information

• Sport: NBA
• Teams: Toronto Raptors at Portland Trail Blazers
• Where: Portland at Moda Center
• Date: Sunday, March 16th
• Betting Odds POR -7, TOR +207 | POR -253 O/U 229

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The Raptors Can Win If…

Toronto improved to 24-43 on the season with a 126-118 win over the Jazz on Friday. The Raptors were +2 point underdogs going into the game, and they not only won but covered the spread. The game’s total points of 244 exceeded the O/U line of 237 by 7 points.

Toronto went on a 10-0 run early, stretching the score from 21-16 to 31-16. After the Jazz took the 2nd quarter 32-23, the Raptors responded by winning both the 3rd and 4th quarters 35-30, pulling away after leading 91-88 going into the final period.

Scottie Barnes and Immanuel Quickley each scored 20 points in the Raptors’ 126-118 win over the Jazz, with Barnes adding 10 rebounds and shooting 50% from the field. A.J. Lawson contributed 18 points, shooting 60% overall and 40% from three-point range.

The Raptors connected on 12 threes at a 37.5% clip, shooting 48.4% from the field overall. Quickley scored 10 points in the 1st quarter, while Lawson, RJ Barrett, Orlando Robinson, and Jamal Shead each added 6 points in the 4th.

Despite giving up 118 points, the Raptors held the Jazz to 43% shooting overall in their win. Toronto allowed 26 points in the 1st quarter, but Utah scored 30 points in both the 3rd and 4th quarters.

The Raptors struggled to defend the three, with the Jazz hitting 16 threes at a 42% clip. Toronto also sent Utah to the line 31 times, where they made 24 free throws. Defensively, the Raptors finished with 9 steals and 6 blocks.

• In their last five road games, Toronto has averaged 110 points per game while allowing 113 . The team’s record in this stretch was 3-2 while going 3-2 vs. the spread.
• As the betting underdog, the Raptors have an ATS record of 3-2 in their last five games. In these matchups their, straight up record was 3-2.
• Over their last five games, the Raptors have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 4-1 vs. the spread.

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The Trail Blazers Can Win If…

The Trail Blazers dropped to 28-39 on the season after a narrow 114-113 home loss to the Knicks on Wednesday. Portland entered the game as +3.5 point underdogs and managed to cover the spread, losing by just one point. The total points for the game were set at 228, and the teams combined for 227, just missing the over.

Portland fell behind early, trailing 26-21 after the 1st quarter. They fought back, outscoring the Knicks 25-22 in the 2nd quarter and 31-29 in the 3rd. The game was tied at 77 heading into the 4th, where both teams scored 29 points, but the Blazers came up just short.

Scoot Henderson’s 18-point explosion in the 4th quarter wasn’t enough for the Trail Blazers, who fell to the Knicks 114-113. Henderson finished with 30 points, hitting 4 threes at 100% efficiency, while Deni Avdija added 27 points and 15 rebounds, also making 4 threes at 50%.

Portland connected on 17 threes, shooting 40.5% from deep and 44.4% overall. Shaedon Sharpe contributed 21 points, with 10 coming in the 2nd quarter, and Toumani Camara added 7 of his 14 points in the 3rd.

The Trail Blazers put together a solid defensive effort in the 2nd quarter, holding the Knicks to just 22 points, but they couldn’t contain New York in the 3rd and 4th quarters, allowing 29 points in each. Portland gave up 114 points on 46% shooting in the 114-113 loss.

From beyond the arc, the Blazers allowed the Knicks to hit 12 threes on 38% shooting. Portland sent New York to the line 20 times, where they made 14 free throws. Defensively, the Blazers recorded 6 steals and 6 blocks.

• Although Portland has a straight up record of 4-6 in their last ten home games, they have not held up as well vs the spread going 5-5. The team averaged 117 points per game in these games.
• As the betting favorite, the Trail Blazers have an ATS record of 3-0 in their last three games. In these matchups, their straight up record was 3-0.
• In their last five games, the Trail Blazers have an over/under record of 1-4 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.

The Lean

We’re calling a win for the Trail Blazers, with a final score of 115-94, and we’re taking them to cover the spread. Our recommendation is to bet on the Trail Blazers at -7.

As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 229, and our model projects the Raptors and Trail Blazers to reach a combined total of 209 points. Our bet is on taking the under.

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Raptors Aim for Consistency Against Skidding Blazers

Toronto Surges Forward

The Toronto Raptors (24-43) continue their pursuit of consistency and a late-season surge as they face the struggling Portland Trail Blazers (28-39) Sunday. The Raptors have won three straight and six of their last seven games, most recently earning a 126-118 road victory over the Utah Jazz.

Toronto’s recent success has been fueled by Scottie Barnes, who posted 20 points and 10 rebounds against Utah, alongside Immanuel Quickley’s additional 20 points. Bench contributions have also been key, notably from A.J. Lawson, who scored 18 points against Utah and matched a franchise record of 78 bench points over three games.

Toronto guard Jamal Shead emphasized the team’s improving chemistry:

“Keep learning each other every day and trying to keep our consistency. Just being with each other and playing off each other is going to be helpful.”

Portland Looking to Halt Losing Streak

The Trail Blazers are determined to end a frustrating five-game losing streak, recently suffering a heartbreaking 114-113 overtime loss against the New York Knicks. Despite impressive efforts from Scoot Henderson (30 points) and Deni Avdija (27 points, 15 rebounds), Portland couldn’t overcome a buzzer-beating three-pointer from New York’s Mikal Bridges.

Head coach Chauncey Billups sees these tough moments as growth opportunities:

“They’re really good moments to teach from. The gravity of losing makes you pay attention a little more.”

Playoff Implications

Both teams are outside the playoff picture and aiming to close the gap for a potential play-in tournament berth. Toronto’s recent form contrasts sharply with Portland’s slide, making this matchup critical for momentum.

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Key Players to Watch

For Toronto, Scottie Barnes and Immanuel Quickley will continue to lead offensively, while A.J. Lawson’s bench production remains crucial. Portland relies heavily on Anfernee Simons (19.3 points per game) and the consistent rebounding of rookie Donovan Clingan.

Matchup Insights

Portland must regain composure and improve defensively after recent close losses. Toronto will aim to leverage their balanced attack and maintain their recent offensive efficiency.

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