NBA Odds: Lakers-Raptors prediction, odds, pick and more

The Los Angeles Lakers are struggling in the Western Conference and are on the verge of missing the playoffs. They are currently 29-40 and have lost three straight games. The Raptors are riding a five-game winning streak and sit tied for the sixth spot in Eastern Conference with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Toronto has a 39-30 record and has games remaining against the Cavs, Sixers and Bulls.

The Lakers are on a two-year losing streak. They lost to Toronto 64-43 in their last meeting. LeBron James scored 30 points, but the team lacked production from other players. The team needs to win on Friday. They need Russell Westbrook to be his MVP self. Other players who need to step up include Carmelo Anthony, Malik Monk, and Talen Horton-Tucker. Los Angeles is capable of getting hot any night. Their previous game against Toronto may be beneficial.

The Lakers and Raptors are playing each other on Friday night. The Raptors have won five straight games and hold the NBA's longest current win streak. Los Angeles has a poor road record and is 9-23 on the road. Toronto is 5-0-1 ATS during their winning streak and will be eager to make it 6-2-3. Pascal Siakam has scored at least 20 points in his last eight games.

Lakers are horrible against the spread and are traveling to Toronto to play one of the hottest teams in the league.

Lakers are -9 to beat Toronto Raptors.