Toronto Raptors Vs Detroit Pistons Pregame Analysis – February 25th

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The Toronto Raptors are back in action today versus the Detroit Pistons. The Raptors are on a 3-game winning streak and will look to extend their win streak tonight at the Little Caesars Arena.

Their opponent tonight, Detroit Pistons, are currently last in the Eastern Conference and 3rd last in the entire NBA with a record of 15-45. Tonight’s Eastern Conference battle should be an easier win in comparison to the Raptors’ previous opponents. 

The Raptors last faced the Pistons almost 2 weeks ago with the Raptors coming out on top in a close 119-118 game. Fred VanVleet led the way with 35 points, 8 assists, and 3 rebounds that game. All-Star Pascal Siakam also was a force that game with 28 points, 6 assists, and 4 rebounds. 

Coincidently, the Pistons are on a 3-game losing streak, while the Raptors are on a 3-game winning streak. After tonight’s game, it’s possible the Raptors will be on a 4-game winning streak, while the Pistons will be on a 4-game losing streak. It’s also a funny coincidence how both the Raptors and the Pistons both started their respective winning and losing streaks in their last meeting together on February 12th. 

A win tonight would move the Raptors further up the standings, which is necessary for the team as they have made it clear that they intend to make the postseason this year and are on the right path with the way they’ve been playing the last few games.

The Raptors starting lineup will the same as their last game against the Pelicans, with Barnes, Trent Jr., Anunoby, Siakam, and Poeltl. 

The game will be at a different time than usual today, with the game starting at 9 am (PST). It will be an early morning showdown for us who live in Vancouver. The last time these two teams met, it was a close game, so here’s to hoping for another entertaining contest today.

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