Raptors Face Trail Blazers on January 23 Gameday
The Toronto Raptors are set to face the Portland Trail Blazers on January 23, continuing their five-game road trip. After a challenging start, the Raptors have secured two consecutive victories, most notably against the Golden State Warriors. Their recent momentum raises questions about whether they can achieve a third straight win.
Raptors Overview
Current Record: 27-19
Conference Standings: 4th in Eastern Conference
Offensive Rating: 114.2 (18th in the league)
Defensive Rating: 112.4 (5th in the league)
Net Rating: +1.9 (12th in the league)
Recent Performance
- vs Kings: W 122-109
- vs Warriors: W 145-127
- vs Lakers: L 110-93
- vs Clippers: L 121-117
- vs Pacers: W 115-101
After a substantial defeat against the Lakers, Toronto bounced back with significant wins. Immanuel Quickley’s jaw-dropping performance, scoring 40 points and adding 10 assists against the Warriors, marked a historic franchise achievement. He joins Vince Carter as the only Raptors to accomplish this feat, while also being the first in NBA history with such statistics coupled with high shooting efficiency.
Trail Blazers Overview
Current Record: 23-22
Conference Standings: 9th in Western Conference
Offensive Rating: 113.8 (20th in the league)
Defensive Rating: 115.2 (18th in the league)
Net Rating: -1.4 (21st in the league)
Recent Performance
- vs Heat: W 127-110
- vs Kings: W 117-110
- vs Lakers: W 132-116
- vs Hawks: W 117-101
- vs Warriors: L 119-97
The Trail Blazers have managed to claw their way back to a winning record after a rocky start, going 8-12 before their first matchup against the Raptors this season. With four consecutive wins and eight victories in their last ten games, they present a formidable challenge for Toronto.
Game Information
Tip-Off: 10:00 p.m. ET
Television: TSN
Radio: Sportsnet 590
Venue: Moda Center
Projected Starting Lineups
| Portland Trail Blazers | Toronto Raptors |
|---|---|
| PG: Jrue Holiday | PG: Jamal Shead |
| SG: Shaedon Sharpe | SG: Immanuel Quickley |
| SF: Toumani Camara | SF: Brandon Ingram |
| PF: Deni Avdija | PF: Scottie Barnes |
| C: Donovan Clingan | C: Sandro Mamukelashvili |
Injury Report
Toronto Raptors
- Jakob Poeltl (Lower Back Strain) – Out
- RJ Barrett (Left Ankle Sprain) – Questionable
- Chucky Hepburn (G-League Assignment) – Out
- Collin Murray-Boyles (Left Thumb Contusion) – Questionable
- Ja’Kobe Walter (Right Hip Pointer) – Out
Portland Trail Blazers
- Damian Lillard (Left Achilles Tendon) – Out
- Blake Wesley (Right Foot Fracture) – Out
- Matisse Thybulle (Right Knee Tendinopathy) – Out
- Kris Murray (Lumbar Strain) – Questionable
- Scoot Henderson (Left Hamstring Tear) – Questionable
This matchup promises to be intriguing as both teams seek to extend their winning streaks. Fans can expect an exciting game as the Raptors and Trail Blazers clash on January 23 at the Moda Center.
