Toronto Raptors vs Los Angeles Clippers Preview

This match may only be a friendly but do not let that fool you. With the new NBA season just a matter of weeks away, getting a good pre-season under both teams belt will be vital. This is the first of two preseason games the sides will play in quick succession against one another with the Clippers hosting the Toronto Raptors for the first time in Hawaii. Both coaches will mix the playing roster around but expect excitement as the build-up to the main event gathers momentum.

Our partners: 777Spinslot casino site gives access to the most attractive offers in the industry, from sign-up offers to bonuses, free spins no deposit keep what you win uk and free bets.

Toronto Raptors vs Los Angeles Clippers Prediction

The Raptors come into this preseason encounter with fond memories of playing their opponents after beating them in February in the NBA 118-109. However, with the exhibition game taking place in Hawaii, it is a step into the unknown for both. The Raptors finished second in the Atlantic conference with 51 wins trailing the Boston Celtics by just two games. They will be eager to prove that they can go better this season and show the Clippers they mean business. Our best Basketball tips are for the Raptors to get a first preseason win in the sunny delights of Hawaii. 

Toronto Raptors vs Los Angeles Clippers Betting Tips

Coral have the full roster of NBA preseason games on their books making them a prime choice for the best basketball betting odds. The Los Angeles Clippers may be classed as the home side, but it is the first time the Clippers have hosted a game in the Paradise in the Pacific. Coupled with their head to head loss the last time they met, Coral’s price really appeals despite being a tight match-up between the two. Preseason games are always unpredictable in the betting markets but the Raptors with DeMar DeRozan and Kyle Lowry in their squad. Expect the Raptors to just edge over the line and take a one-nil lead in the two match preseason Hawaii games. The Clippers have lost some talent such as Chris Paul and JJ Redick leaves the team looking a little lighter than their opponents.

For those looking for a little more insurance, then the raptors to win with a +2 handicap is a smart way to go. Both teams have identical records of three wins in their last five in the NBA Summer series meaning a tight game is all but assured. Wins over Denver, Minnesota and New Orleans for Toronoto was followed by wins over Milwaukee, Utah Jazz and an impressive win over the LA Lakers countered for the Clippers. However, each victory was close bar two results. Nine points was the margin the last time the two met and a tight score is going to be the same result once more although it is the Raptors who boast a stronger record with seven victories to Clippers two wins since July 2014. Expect fireworks in the two game preseason event as Hawaii gets ready to slam dunk its way to two intense match-ups.