LA Clippers vs Raptors Prediction 26 March 2026
🔊 Will the teams deliver some exciting offensive plays? In this NBA regular-season matchup, the Clippers take on Toronto. Both sides have shown inconsistent results lately, but they share a common goal: making it to the playoffs. To solidify their positions, winning is a must. Both teams boast plenty of quality offensive options, and they are capable of thrilling fans with high-scoring basketball.
Head-to-Head
📊 The last matchup between these teams took place on January 17. The Clippers emerged victorious with a score of 121-117. Last season, they faced off twice, with each side securing a win on their home court.
Head-to-head statistics LA Clippers - Raptors

Los Angeles Clippers Team Overview
At the moment, the Clippers boast a 50% win rate, placing them 8th in the Western Conference. To maintain their position, they must secure victories in their remaining matchups. They recently outplayed Milwaukee (129-96, 138-131). Following recent trades, the team has adopted a much faster-paced style of play. Therefore, it's no longer relevant to focus on their previous average of 112.1 points per game. With Toronto, expect a much more up-tempo game.
One key to their recent scoring success is their near-perfect free throw shooting-averaging 82.5% for the season, the best in the league. Additionally, the hosts can be commended for their high number of steals (9 per game), which allows them to score easy points on fast breaks. They have the speed to capitalize on these opportunities, so playing at home, the team can once again impress with their offensive performance.
Match Results: Los Angeles Clippers

Toronto Raptors Team Overview
The Canadian team holds a much stronger position than their opponents. In the East, Toronto sits in 5th place with a 56.3% win rate. They recently defeated Utah with a score of 140-127. Few doubted this outcome. However, the "dinosaurs" impressed with their offensive performance. Typically, they don't stand out with such solid metrics, averaging 113.6 points. Despite a relatively modest pace, the Raptors have been playing in a high-scoring manner lately. Naturally, this also allows their opponents to succeed. Returning to a more pragmatic approach on the road will be challenging.
One of Toronto's strengths is their excellent teamwork. The team averages 28.8 assists per game, placing them 4th in the NBA for assists. Additionally, the visitors have a relatively good shooting efficiency overall at 47.5%. While slightly lower than the Clippers' 48.4%, it still allows them to consistently score well in recent games.
Match Results: Toronto Raptors
Latest news
Los Angeles Clippers
⛔️ The hosts will be without Beal, Mathurin, and Niederhauser. Collins is doubtful.
📋 Predicted lineup: Garland, Batum, Leonard, Jones, Lopez.
Toronto Raptors
⛔️ Toronto's injury list includes Ingram, Porter, and Quickley.
📋 Projected lineup: Sched, Walter, Barrett, Barnes, Mamukelashvili.
Prediction for the 1st quarter
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 38;
- First quarter wins at home for the hosts - 9; for the visitors on the road - 10;
- Average total points in the first quarter: 51.79;
- Today's home team averages 25.5, while the visitors average 26.29.
First Quarter Stats: Los Angeles Clippers (home) vs Toronto Raptors (away)
- Tournament matches played: 37 vs 39;
- Number of wins: 25 (67.57%) vs 21 (53.85%);
- Number of losses: 12 (32.43%) vs 15 (38.46%);
- Number of draws: 0 (0%) vs 3 (7.69%).
- Average points scored: 31.03 vs 28.72;
- Average points conceded: 27.14 vs 27.44.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 6 vs 7;
- Number of losses: 4 vs 2;
- Number of draws: 0 vs 1;
- Average first quarter total: 61.8 (scored - 31.6, conceded - 30.2) vs 57.9 (scored - 29.8, conceded - 28.1).
- Los Angeles Clippers won the 1st quarter in 7 of last 8 home games (NBA).
🏀 Three-Point Shooting
The Clippers boast a roster with solid shooting abilities, including their center. This contributes to their 36.6% accuracy from beyond the arc. However, their defense against long-range attempts is less impressive, allowing a 36.8% success rate.
On the other hand, the visitors struggle more from the perimeter, managing to convert only 34.5% of their shots. Yet, their defense against three-pointers is exemplary. The Raptors allow just 35.1% shooting from deep, ranking among the league's best.