The Miami Heat are on a roll at home right now and after picking up a win in their last game against the Los Angeles Clippers. The Heat look to carry on their success at home right now, as they get ready to take on the Toronto Raptors in Miami at 8 pm Eastern Time.
With the Heat winning five out of their last six games, including a win over these same Raptors a few games back, they sit atop the Eastern Conference standings and don’t look to be slowing down anytime soon.
Players to Watch
Jimmy Butler is the key player to watch in this one, as he would put up 26 points in the win over the Clippers, playing terrific overall defense down at the other end as well. We will see him most likely push the ball at the offensive end to create a lot of opportunities for his teammates too.
Duncan Robinson and Bam Adebayo should continue to be huge factors as well, with Robinson being on a roll the past few games for the Heat from behind the arc and Adebayo putting the work in on the glass that he typically does.
Gabe Vincent is the wildcard player to have on the watch list for the Raptors game, as he would step up big in the third quarter against the Clippers. In the process of racking up 23 points, he would get multiple three-point shots to fall throughout the game and especially in that period.
So, it wouldn’t be shocking to see him keep up those hot ways on Saturday.
The Miami Heat welcome the Raptors in on Saturday, looking to keep the home win streak alive. Here are the keys to the game, players to watch, and more!
Key to the Game
1. Closing Out Strong: In the past few games, excluding the New York Knicks game, the Miami Heat have allowed teams to battle back in the closing moments of games that should have been blowout wins. Miami needs to keep its foot on the gas to finish with a much better effort and focus.
2. Controlling The Foul Numbers: Miami committed 23 fouls in their win over the Clippers and even a few technical fouls as well. The Miami Heat need to keep it cool and play tough without letting their emotions get the better of them
3. Limiting The Giveaways: Miami turned the ball over 18 times as well against LA, simply not being able to control the ball down the stretch. The need to control the ball, as limiting the number of turnovers against the Raptors will be imperative to keeping their home streak alive.
That’s how the Miami Heat get a win on the court, but here is what you need to know to get a win for your piggy bank.
Miami Heat vs Toronto Raptors Odds, Analysis, & Information
All Odds Provided Courtesty Of WynnBet
Moneyline: MIA -160 TOR +130
Spread: MIA -3
Total: 209
Overall Predictions
Miami has been dominating over these past few games at home and look to keep up the hot streak, however, Saturday will be a test for Miami. Always a tough and gritty game against Toronto, the streak should continue, seeing them win the final game of the home stretch against the Raptors, 120-105.