Nets vs. Raptors Preview: NBA odds, Picks and Predictions

Brooklyn Nets are 1.5-point road favorites against Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena on Friday night. Brooklyn has won four consecutive games and is fourth in the Eastern Conference standings. Toronto has lost each of their last three games.

Brooklyn Nets are 8-1 since November 27th. Kevin Durant has been excellent during that period, scoring at least 29 points seven times. Brooklyn has the 7th-ranked offensive efficiency in that time period. The Nets have also improved defensively recently, ranking 6th in the league in defensive efficiency.

The Raptors have only two wins in eight games since November 30th. They are 23rd in Net Rating during this recent cold stretch. Toronto is 2nd in the NBA in free throw attempts per game and 5th in for the season. Brooklyn's defense is allowing 115.5 points per 100 possessions in that time.

Nets are a heavy favorite in this game. The Nets have found success chasing opponents off of the three-point line and challenging them to make shots closer to the basket. Toronto is not a team that places undue emphasis on the long-ball and is skilled at getting to free throws.