The Los Angeles Lakers (24–16) host the Toronto Raptors (25–18) at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday night. Tip‑off is set for 9:30 p.m. ET on SportsNet LA and TSN. The Lakers enter as 1.5‑point favorites, while the game total sits at 225.5 points.
Both teams are dealing with significant injuries, with five players listed on each side, including Luka Doncic for Los Angeles and RJ Barrett for Toronto. The Lakers have gone 4–6 in their last ten, while the Raptors have been steadier, winning six of their last ten.
LeBron James and Doncic lead the Lakers’ attack, while Brandon Ingram and Scottie Barnes headline Toronto. NBA predictions for this matchup highlight the spread, moneyline, total, and player props.
Best Bet for Lakers vs Raptors
Best Bet: Raptors +1.5 (-110) Book: Best price at DraftKings
Toronto has a +72 scoring differential this season and ranks sixth in the NBA in points allowed (112.3). The Lakers, meanwhile, allow 117.3 points per game and have struggled defensively. With multiple Lakers starters banged up, Toronto’s balanced attack led by Ingram and Barnes gives them value as underdogs.
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Trends to Know for Lakers vs Raptors
Lakers are 4–6 in their last 10 games.
Raptors are 6–4 in their last 10 games.
Lakers allow 117.3 points per game (20th in NBA).
Raptors rank sixth in points allowed (112.3 per game).
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Toronto’s last 7 vs Lakers.
Latest Injuries & NBA Injury Report for Lakers vs Raptors
Team
Player
Status
Injury
Lakers
Deandre Ayton
Day‑To‑Day
Knee
Lakers
Luka Doncic
Day‑To‑Day
Groin
Lakers
Jaxson Hayes
Day‑To‑Day
Hamstring
Lakers
Adou Thiero
Out
Knee
Lakers
Austin Reaves
Out
Calf
Raptors
Jakob Poeltl
Out
Back
Raptors
RJ Barrett
Out
Ankle
Raptors
Ja’Kobe Walter
Out
Hip
Raptors
Jamison Battle
Questionable
Ankle
Raptors
Immanuel Quickley
Day‑To‑Day
Back
Late injury news and minutes restrictions can swing spreads and totals, so re‑check about an hour before tip‑off.
What time is Lakers vs Raptors tonight?
Lakers vs Raptors is scheduled to tip off at 9:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Where is Lakers vs Raptors being played?
The game will be played at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California.
How can I watch Lakers vs Raptors on TV and live stream?
You can watch the game on SportsNet LA and TSN, with streaming available via NBA League Pass.
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