Boston Celtics vs Toronto Raptors Preseason Game Preview and Prediction | Oct. 10, 2025

The Boston Celtics head north on Friday to take on the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena in their second preseason matchup. It marks the first of two meetings between the teams, with the rematch set for Wednesday in Boston.

Both teams enter this contest on the back of wins. The Celtics defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 121-103, while the Raptors secured a 130-122 win against the Sacramento Kings.

The Celtics have gone through a major rebuild this season and will be eager to showcase their strength against a revamped Raptors squad poised to be one of the dark horses in the conference.

Boston Celtics vs. Toronto Raptors game details and betting tips

The game between the Celtics and the Raptors is set to tip off at 7:00 p.m. ET. Fans can follow the game live on the NBC Sports Boston and Sportsnet networks, while viewers online can stream the contest by purchasing the NBA League Pass.

Here are the odds for the game listed at the time of writing:

Teams	Spread	Total (o/u)	Moneyline
Boston Celtics	+1.5	-115 (o230.5)	-105
Toronto Raptors	-1.5	-120 (u230.5)	-135

Note: Odds are subject to change closer to tip-off

Boston Celtics vs. Toronto Raptors preview

The Boston Celtics have been one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference over the last few years, but they enter this season with a depleted roster. The Celtics traded Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday to balance their books and will also be without Jayson Tatum for the season due to an ACL injury. While they do possess firepower in Derrick White and Jaylen Brown, the Celtics are expected to experience a turbulent season.

The Celtics started their preseason on a high note, cruising to a 121-103 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on the road. While the victory was encouraging, it came against a Grizzlies squad missing key players. Boston will need a stronger performance if it is to keep its winning streak alive against the Raptors.

On the other hand, Toronto has a young and exciting team led by Scottie Barnes and RJ Barrett. The team also features Brandon Ingram and Sandro Mamukelashvili, who provide much-needed experience.

The Raptors have a 50% win ratio in the preseason after losing their first game against the Denver Nuggets and bouncing back well in their second game, defeating the Sacramento Kings on the road.

Boston Celtics vs. Toronto Raptors predicted lineups

Boston Celtics

PG: Derrick White | SG: Sam Hauser | SF: Jaylen Brown | PF: Xavier Tillman | C: Chris Boucher

Toronto Raptors

PG: Immanuel Quickley | SG: RJ Barrett | SF: Scottie Barnes | PF: Brandon Ingram | C: Sandro Mamukelashvili

Boston Celtics vs. Toronto Raptors prediction

The Boston Celtics would have been the favorites to win this contest in each of the last five seasons, but their depleted roster makes them the underdogs. With the game set to take place in Toronto, expect the Raptors to earn their second win of the preseason on Friday.