Overview
- Tip-off is set for 3:30 p.m. ET at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto.
- Golden State enters at 16-15 with a three-game winning streak, while Toronto is 18-14 after a heavy loss to Washington.
- Warriors guards De'Anthony Melton (knee) and Seth Curry (left sciatic nerve irritation) are out; Raptors forward RJ Barrett is questionable (knee) and center Jakob Poeltl is out (back).
- Previews highlight the Warriors’ top-tier defense led by Draymond Green and Stephen Curry’s high-volume scoring as key factors.
- Situational notes include Golden State’s 6-11 road mark and the early start, with BetMGM listing the Warriors -4.5, total 224.5, and a -190 moneyline as of Saturday evening.