Raptors vs. Nets: Injury Report and Player Availability
The Toronto Raptors are set to visit the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday, facing several roster challenges on both sides.
Toronto Raptors Injury Status
- Gary Lawson and Alijah Martin are out on two-way assignments.
- Sandro Mamukelashvili is questionable due to a neck contusion.
Brooklyn Nets Injury Issues
- Haywood Highsmith is recovering from right knee surgery and is out.
- Cam Thomas is sidelined with a left hamstring strain.
- Day’Ron Sharpe is questionable because of left hamstring tightness.
- Nolan Traore is unavailable on a G League assignment.
Team Performances and Key Players
Toronto has shown offensive balance despite roster gaps. Brandon Ingram leads the team with an average of 21 points per game, followed closely by RJ Barrett, who averages 20.7 points and 4.7 rebounds. Scottie Barnes adds 19.9 points and seven rebounds per game, while Jakob Poeltl provides stability inside with 7 rebounds per contest.
The Raptors hold a 5-5 overall record and a 3-3 record on the road. Having won three of their last four games, they look to carry this momentum against the struggling Nets.
Brooklyn has started the season 1-9 and lost eight of their last nine games. Their top scorer, Michael Porter Jr., is averaging 23.3 points and 7.6 rebounds, but the team will miss several key players due to injuries.
“Brooklyn enters the game struggling through a 1-9 start and faces injury issues of its own.”
Both teams face noteworthy challenges, but the Raptors’ recent form positions them as favorites heading into this matchup.
Author’s Summary
The Raptors aim to build on recent wins while the injury-plagued Nets grapple with a tough start and limited player availability.