What Must The Wizards Do To Take Down Raptors Again

The Washington Wizards are taking on the Toronto Raptors for the second time in three days. This matchup has been critical for both teams considering the standings in the Eastern Conference. The Wizards are happy to have Kristaps Porzingis back as their Big Three are finally healthy and playing together yet again. The Raptors are in a situation where they need to win this game not just for the standings in the East, but for their confidence moving forward. Losing to a team twice in three days can hurt a team mentally, especially in the playoffs.

How to Watch Washington Wizards vs. Toronto Raptors today:

Game Date: March 4, 2023

Game Time: 5:00 p.m. EST

TV: NBC Sports Washington, NBA League Pass

Stream: FuboTV

From: Capitial One Arena in Washington D.C.

The Injury Report

Here is the Injury Report & Projected Starters for both teams heading into tonight’s game. Projected Starters are subject to change and could be a game-time decision.

For the Wizards, Kristaps Porzingis return on Thursday tonight from knee soreness. Monte Morris is out with a back injury. For the Raptors, Otto Porter Jr is out tonight with a foot injury and Dalano Blanton (Thumb) is questionable vs. the Wizards

Washington Wizards:

Monte Morris-OUT (Back)

Toronto Raptors:

Otto Porter Jr-OUT (Foot)

Dalano Blanton-Questionable (Thumb)

Projected Starting Lineups

Washington Wizards:

Guards: Bradley Beal, Delon Wright

Forwards: Kyle Kuzma, Kristaps Porzingis

Center: Daniel Gafford

Toronto Raptors:

Guards: Fred VanVleet, O.G. Anunoby

Forwards: Pascal Siakam, Scottie Barnes

Center: Jakob Poeltl

The Bottom Line

The Washington Wizards were happy to get Kristaps Porzingis back in their lineup in their last game vs. the Toronto Raptors. Kristaps Porzingis may not be their best player on their roster, but you can certainly make the case that he is their most important player in the lineup. Having a healthy Big Three takes pressure off of everyone for the Wizards. Look for the Wizards to play team ball and get everyone going early on. They will need to slow down Fred Van Fleet and Scottie Barnes again in this game to pick up yet another victory vs. the Raptors today.