Slumping Raptors Host Hobbled Warriors
The Toronto Raptors play host to the Golden State Warriors at Scotiabank Arena on Sunday.

The Raptors (13-16) have dropped four in a row but hope to turn things around as they face the third and final game of a home stand, with the chance to build on their 10-5 home record. They continue to deal with a number of injuries, as Gary Trent (quadriceps) is listed as questionable, while Precious Achiuwa (ankle), Otto Porter (toe) and O.G. Anunoby (hip) are out. Fred VanVleet is coming off back-to-back 39-point outings and is averaging 28.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, 5.8 assists and 2.0 steals over the last five games. Pascal Siakam averages 24.2 points, 8.4 rebounds, 6.9 assists and 1.0 steals, while Scottie Barnes is averaging 14.9 points, 6.8 rebounds and 4.7 assists per game. The Raptors average 111.5 points per game and are giving up an average of 110.8 points.

Meanwhile, the Warriors (14-16) dropped five of their last six games and continue to deal with injury trouble, as Draymond Green (quadriceps) and Andrew Wiggins (groin) are listed as questionable, while Stephen Curry (shoulder) will be sidelined. They face the fourth game of a six-game road trip, looking to improve on their 2-14 road record. Jordan Poole averages 18.2 points, 2.2 rebounds and 4.5 assists and will have to step up in the absence of Curry. Klay Thompson is also up for an emphasized role on offense, while he averages 18.4 points, 3.4 rebounds and 2.3 assists. Donte DiVincenzo has also been playing great lately, averaging 11.6 points, 8.4 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.6 steals over the last five games. The Warriors average 117.0 points per game but are giving up an average of 116.8 points.
Posted on: 12/17/2022 2:46 PM