How to Watch Celtics vs. Raptors: Live Stream or on TV
The Boston Celtics (54-25) welcome in the Toronto Raptors (40-39) after winning four straight home games. It begins at 7:30 PM ET on Wednesday, April 5, 2023.
The Celtics lost their most recent game 103-101 against the 76ers on Tuesday. In their most recent game on Tuesday, the Raptors earned a 120-100 win against the Hornets. Derrick White recorded 26 points, seven rebounds and four assists for the Celtics. In the Raptors’ win, Pascal Siakam led the team with 22 points (adding 14 rebounds and four assists).
When is Celtics vs. Raptors and when does it start?
This game between the Celtics and Raptors will take place on Wednesday, April 5, 2023. You can expect the opening tip at 7:30 PM ET.
Where to Watch Celtics vs. Raptors
The Celtics and Raptors will take to the hardwood at TD Garden for this matchup on April 5, and if you would like to see the matchup live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on NBCS-BOS, TSN.
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Celtics vs. Raptors Game Preview
Celtics Stats, Odds & Insights
The Celtics have entered the game as favorites 71 times this season and won 50, or 70.4%, of those games.
The Celtics score 6.6 more points per contest (118.1) than the Raptors surrender (111.5).
The Celtics make 16 three-pointers per game (second-most in the league) while shooting 37.7% from deep (sixth-best in the NBA). They are making 4.3 more threes per contest than their opponents, who drain 11.7 per game while shooting 34.9%.
The Celtics’ offense has been much better when playing at home (121.1 PPG) compared to road games (115.4 PPG). Likewise, their defense has been better at home (111.1 PPG allowed) compared to away games (112.4 PPG allowed).
On offense, the Celtics have increased their output slightly over their last 10 games, scoring 121 points per contest over that span compared to the 118.1 they’ve put up over the course of this year.
Raptors Stats, Odds & Insights
The Raptors put up 113.1 points per game (22nd in league) while allowing 111.5 per contest (fifth in NBA). They have a +128 scoring differential and outscore opponents by 1.6 points per game.
The Raptors score just 1.4 more points per game (113.1) than the Celtics allow their opponents to score on average (111.7).
In 2022-23 the Raptors are 24th in the league in 3-point makes (10.8 per game) and third-worst in 3-point percentage (33.8%).
In 2022-23 the Raptors are putting up more points at home (114.2 per game) than away (112.1). And they are giving up less at home (109.9) than away (113.2).
The Raptors have fared better offensively in their past 10 games, generating 117.1 points per contest, four more than their season average of 113.1.
Celtics Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jayson Tatum | 73 | 30.2 | 8.8 | 4.6 | 1.1 | 0.7 | 3.3 |
| Jaylen Brown | 66 | 26.7 | 6.8 | 3.4 | 1.1 | 0.4 | 2.5 |
| Malcolm Brogdon | 66 | 14.7 | 4.2 | 3.7 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 1.9 |
| Derrick White | 79 | 12.5 | 3.6 | 3.9 | 0.6 | 0.9 | 1.8 |
| Marcus Smart | 61 | 11.5 | 3.1 | 6.3 | 1.5 | 0.4 | 1.9 |
Raptors Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pascal Siakam | 69 | 24.2 | 7.9 | 5.9 | 0.9 | 0.5 | 1.3 |
| Fred VanVleet | 67 | 19.6 | 4.1 | 7.2 | 1.8 | 0.6 | 3 |
| Gary Trent Jr. | 63 | 17.7 | 2.7 | 1.6 | 1.6 | 0.2 | 2.6 |
| OG Anunoby | 65 | 17 | 5 | 2 | 1.9 | 0.7 | 2.1 |
| Scottie Barnes | 74 | 15.5 | 6.8 | 4.8 | 1.1 | 0.8 | 0.8 |
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