Toronto Raptors vs Los Angeles Lakers Picks and Prediction for Sunday November 1 2026
The final game of the Sunday NBA schedule will feature a matchup between the Toronto Raptors and the Los Angeles Lakers. Tipoff is scheduled for Sunday November 1, 2026 at 9:00 pm EST. The game can be streamed on NBA League Pass. The Lakers are a 4.5 point home favorite and the total is set at 227.5. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions.
Toronto leading the NBA on defense
The Toronto Raptors have suffered through some rough seasons over the past decade, but are on the right track. The Raptors (3-2) have split their first two road games and are tied with Cleveland for fourth place in the Eastern Conference standings. On Friday, Toronto trailed for 91 percent of the time during a 121-114 home loss versus Orlando.
All-Star F Scottie Barnes scored a career-high 41 points on a 19-for-34 shooting performance. Toronto G Immanuel Quickley chipped in 17 points (4-9 3PT), eight assists, and six rebounds. Collin Murray-Broyles added 15 points (7-10 FG) and five boards in 23 minutes off the bench for the Raptors.
The Raptors rank in the middle of the pack in offensive efficiency and are scoring 116.8 points per contest. During Friday’s loss, Toronto assisted on 31 of 46 made field goals and shot 51 percent overall. The Raptors outscored the Magic 50-40 in the paint and won the battle on the boards by a 38-32 margin.
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Los Angeles off a tough loss
The Los Angeles Lakers won 28 of 41 home games a season ago, but were swept by Oklahoma City in the second round of the playoffs. The Lakers (4-2) have won two of their first three home games and are locked in a three-way tie for third place in the Western Conference standings. On Friday, Los Angeles was unable to protect a 25-point lead during a 112-95 road loss against Golden State.
All-Star G Luka Doncic poured in a game-high 37 points (12-27 FG) to go along with seven rebounds and five assists. Los Angeles G Austin Reaves scored 21 points (9-19 FG), but turned the ball over a season-high eight times. Walker Kessler added ten points, 13 rebounds, and five blocks for the Lakers.
With Luka Doncic in full control of the offense, the Lakers are averaging 117.8 points per 100 possessions. That is good for third in the NBA in offensive efficiency. During Friday’s road loss, Los Angeles missed 28 of 39 three-point attempts and shot 40 percent overall. The Lakers committed 22 turnovers which led to 27 points.
Toronto Raptors vs Los Angeles Lakers Pelicans Picks and Prediction
Pick: Toronto Raptors +4.5
Toronto F Kawhi Leonard is dealing with knee swelling and does not have a timetable to return. The Lakers have dominated this series all-time and are riding a seven-game winning streak against the Raptors. However, Toronto leads the league in defensive efficiency and Los Angeles ranks 15th in that category. Take the points.
Pick: Under 227.5
Toronto ranks in the middle of the pack in tempo and Los Angeles is 22nd in that category. Both teams are capable of scoring freely, but the Raptors have the size to bother Luka Doncic. The Lakers have a 3-3 O/U record and the Raptors are 2-3 O/U with their games staying under by an average of 7.7 points. Take the under.
Final Score Prediction: Toronto Raptors win 114-109
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