Los Angeles Lakers vs Toronto Raptors Picks and Prediction for Thursday December 4 2025

By: Eddie Kline Published 12/04/2025, 12:05 AM ET

Lakers Preview

Scotiabank Arena will play host to a Thursday night NBA clash between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Toronto Raptors. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Lakers (15-5) have won eight of their first ten road tilts and hold a one-game lead over Houston for second place in the Western Conference standings. On Monday, Los Angeles allowed Phoenix to shoot 57 percent from the field during a 125-108 home loss.

All-Star G Luka Doncic led all scorers with 38 points (15-26 FG) to go along with 11 rebounds and five assists. Los Angeles G Austin Reaves converted half of his 12 field goal attempts and finished with 16 points. Dalton Knecht added 13 points and four boards for the Lakers.

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Raptors Preview

The Toronto Raptors have won eight of their last ten games and are just 2.5 games behind Detroit for the top spot in the Eastern Conference. The Raptors (15-7) rank seventh in the league in defensive efficiency and are limiting opponents to 113.1 points per contest. On Tuesday, Toronto assisted on 33 of 48 made field goals and shot 53 percent overall during a 121-118 home victory versus Portland.

Toronto F Scottie Barnes tallied a game-high 28 points (10-18 FG), seven rebounds, and seven assists. Immanuel Quickley contributed 23 points (5-6 3 PT), eight assists, and five boards. Brandon Ingram added 21 points and six rebounds for the Raptors, who improved to 8-2 at home.

Lakers vs Raptors Pick

Toronto G/F R.J. Barrett is dealing with a right knee injury and will remain sidelined for this contest. The Raptors have several perimeter defenders that can bother Luka with their length and athleticism. Take Toronto to win as a small home underdog. Final Score Prediction, Toronto Raptors win 117-112. Betting on sports and on the Lakers is easy, but even easier if you use the best sportsbooks. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for the Raptors with the social sportsbooks. Getting the most out of your bets on Lakers vs Raptors can be done by using the Fanatics Sportsbook promo code.

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