Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett (9)
Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett (9)
The Toronto Raptors are on the road on Friday night as they travel to take on the Washington Wizards in an Eastern Conference matchup.
Toronto enters Friday’s game with an 18-13 record after defeating the Miami Heat on the road on Tuesday night.
Feb 4, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) dribbles the ball against the New York Knicks during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
Feb 4, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) dribbles the ball against the New York Knicks during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
In Tuesday’s victory over the Heat, Scottie Barnes led the way for the Raptors as he recorded 27 points, eight rebounds and four assists while Immanuel Quickley added 18 points, five rebounds and seven assists of his own.
Now Toronto will try to grab another victory on the road on Friday as they face off against a struggling Wizards team.
On the other side, Washington enters Friday’s contest with a 5-23 record after losing on the road to the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday night.
Khris Middleton brings the ball up court against the Miami Heat.
Khris Middleton brings the ball up court against the Miami Heat.
Khris Middleton led the way for the Wizards in Tuesday’s loss as he ended the game with 16 points while C.J. McCollum recorded 14 points, six rebounds and four assists.
While both teams are looking to pick up a victory in Friday night’s matchup, both squads may be without multiple key players due to injuries.
For the Raptors, they have three players listed on their injury report, including both RJ Barrett and Jakob Poeltl.
Toronto Raptors guard RJ Barrett (9)
Toronto Raptors guard RJ Barrett (9)
Toronto has ruled out Barrett as he continues to recover from a right knee sprain that has sidelined him since November 24.
With Barrett still sidelined, Ochai Agbaji and Jamal Shead will likely continue to have increased roles.
The Raptors have also ruled out Poeltl due to a low back strain as he will miss his second consecutive contest.
Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (19) — Source: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
With Poeltl sidelined, Sandro Mamukelashvili will likely draw another start in his place while Jonathan Mogbo could also have an increased role, especially with rookie Collin Murray-Boyles being listed as questionable with an illness.
Wizards Injury Report, Will Bub Carrington, Corey Kispert Play?
On the other side, the Wizards have two players listed on their injury report, though Bub Carrington is not one of them.
Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington drives with the ball against the Charlotte Hornets.
Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington drives with the ball against the Charlotte Hornets.
Of course, Carrington left Tuesday’s loss to the Hornets due to right foot soreness but he is good to go for Friday night as he is off Washington’s injury report.
Washington has ruled out Corey Kispert due to hamstring tightness as he will be sidelined again after just one game since returning from a thumb injury.
Washington Wizards forward Corey Kispert (24) drives to the basket
Washington Wizards forward Corey Kispert (24) drives to the basket
The Wizards have also ruled out Cam Whitmore who is out indefinitely after he was diagnosed with a blood clot in his right shoulder on Tuesday.
Fans can catch Friday night’s matchup between the Raptors and Wizards from Capital One Arena at 7:00 p.m. EST.
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