Raptors Face Trail Blazers in Key Matchup, January 23
As the Toronto Raptors continue their road trip, they face the Portland Trail Blazers on January 23. This matchup marks the fourth game in a demanding five-game stretch. After a rough start, the Raptors aim to maintain momentum following two consecutive wins.
Raptors Current Performance
- Record: 27-19
- Position: 4th in Eastern Conference
- Offensive Rating: 114.2 (18th)
- Defensive Rating: 112.4 (5th)
- Net Rating: +1.9 (12th)
Recent Game Results
- W 122-109 against Kings
- W 145-127 against Warriors
- L 110-93 against Lakers
- L 121-117 against Clippers
- W 115-101 against Pacers
After a blowout loss to the Lakers, the Raptors rallied impressively. In their match against the Warriors, Immanuel Quickley scored a career-high 40 points and added 10 assists. This made him only the second player in franchise history to achieve such a milestone.
Trail Blazers Overview
- Record: 23-22
- Position: 9th in Western Conference
- Offensive Rating: 113.8 (20th)
- Defensive Rating: 115.2 (18th)
- Net Rating: -1.4 (21st)
Recent Game Performance
- W 127-110 against Heat
- W 117-110 against Kings
- W 132-116 against Lakers
- W 117-101 against Hawks
- L 119-97 against Warriors
The Trail Blazers have significantly improved their performance, climbing back above .500 after a slow start to the season. They boast a current winning streak of four games and eight wins in their last ten. They will look to build on their previous victory over the Raptors earlier in the season.
Game Details
- 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 Updates
Injuries may affect the Raptors and Trail Blazers’ lineups. The key players impacted include:
- Raptors:
- Jakob Poeltl (Lower Back Strain) – Out
- RJ Barrett (Left Ankle Sprain) – Questionable
- Collin Murray-Boyles (Left Thumb Contusion) – Questionable
- Trail Blazers:
- Damian Lillard (Left Achilles Tendon) – Out
- Matisse Thybulle (Right Knee Tendinopathy) – Out
- Scoot Henderson (Left Hamstring Tear) – Questionable
The Raptors and Trail Blazers will battle for crucial standings in this exciting matchup. Fans can expect an intense game as both teams fight for victory.
