Can the Raptors Capitalize on the Suns’ Struggles?
Alright, basketball fans, let’s talk about tonight’s matchup—the Toronto Raptors hosting the Phoenix Suns. This game is more than just another regular-season contest; it’s a chance for the Raptors to get back in the win column against a team that’s been struggling to find its footing.
The Suns, with their so-called “Big Three” of Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, and Bradley Beal, were supposed to be a powerhouse. But let’s be real—they’ve been anything but. Phoenix has lost seven of their last nine games and is currently sitting outside even the play-in tournament in the Western Conference. That’s not what anyone expected from a team with this much star power. On top of that, they just made a move, swapping Jusuf Nurkić for Cody Martin, but with Martin still out due to injury, we have yet to see if that trade will make a difference.
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Meanwhile, the Raptors have had their fair share of struggles too. February hasn’t been kind, with just two wins so far. The recent overtime loss to Miami was a tough one, especially with Scottie Barnes dealing with an injury scare and Jakob Poeltl still questionable for tonight. That said, RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley have been putting in work, and the rookies Shead and Walter have stepped up off the bench. But for Toronto to take down Phoenix, they’ll need to clean up those turnovers, tighten up on defense, and find some consistency in scoring.
Stylistically, these two teams couldn’t be more different. The Raptors thrive on cutting, put-backs, and transition play, while the Suns rely heavily on spot-up shooting. Phoenix ranks second in the league in spot-up possessions, knocking down 33 points per game that way. And they love running screens—ranking third in the league for off-screen actions. That means Toronto’s defense has to be locked in. They’ll need to communicate, fight through screens, and close out on shooters if they want to come out on top.
One factor working in the Raptors’ favor? Home court advantage. Plus, the Suns are on the second night of a back-to-back after a game in Chicago, and that fatigue could be a big factor. Historically, Phoenix hasn’t done well in these situations, so if Toronto comes out aggressive and executes their game plan, they have a real shot at taking this one.
Tip-off is at 6:00 PM ET on Sportsnet. Get ready, because this could be a game that gives the Raptors a much-needed confidence boost heading into the final stretch of the season.
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