Raptors vs. Trail Blazers: Injury Updates, Streaming, and Odds for Jan. 23

The Portland Trail Blazers are set to face off against the Toronto Raptors on January 23, 2024, at the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon. This exciting matchup will begin at 10 p.m. EST and will be broadcasted on TSN and KUNP. Fans can also catch the game live on Fubo with a free trial option.

Team Performances and Recent Games

The Trail Blazers enter this game with a record of 23-22. They are fresh off a significant 127-110 victory against the Miami Heat. Over their last 14 games, the Blazers have excelled with an impressive 11-3 record, marking their best performance in January at 9-2. This success has brought them above .500 for the first time since the 2020-21 season.

Shaedon Sharpe emerged as a key player in the recent win, scoring 27 points and securing seven rebounds. Other notable contributors included Deni Avdija, who added 20 points and seven rebounds. However, Avdija’s participation in the upcoming game remains uncertain due to a back injury.

On the other side, the Raptors, now at 27-19, are looking to build on their recent 122-109 win over the Sacramento Kings. This victory follows their trend of strong comebacks, having overcome a 12-point deficit in the second quarter. Scottie Barnes led the charge with 23 points, along with eight rebounds and seven assists, while Sandro Mamukelashvili contributed 22 points and nine rebounds.

Injury Updates

• Toronto Raptors:
  • RJ Barrett (ankle) – Questionable
  • Collin Murray-Boyles (thumb) – Questionable
  • Chucky Hepburn (two-way contract) – Out
  • Jakob Poeltl (back) – Out
  • Ja’Kobe Walter (hip) – Out
• Portland Trail Blazers:
  • Duop Reath (foot) – Questionable
  • Robert Williams III (knee injury management) – Questionable
  • Deni Avdija (back) – Doubtful
  • Scoot Henderson (hamstring) – Out
  • Damian Lillard (Achilles) – Out
  • Kris Murray (lumbar strain) – Out
  • Matisse Thybulle (knee) – Out
  • Blake Wesley (foot) – Out

Betting Line and Odds

The betting odds favor the Raptors, who are currently a 3.5-point favorite. Here are the details:

• Point Spread: Raptors -3.5
• Money Line: Trail Blazers +125, Raptors -155
• Over/Under: 225.5

Projected Lineups

As both teams prepare for this crucial game, fans eagerly await to see who will come out on top. Tune in for all the action on January 23!