The Toronto Raptors travel to the Pacific Northwest to face the Portland Trail Blazers in an interconference tilt on Friday, January 23, 2026. The Raptors, third in the Eastern Conference, seek to build on a strong road trip and improve their 12-11 away mark, while the Blazers aim to climb above .500 and solidify their play-in position in the West. This is the second meeting of the season, with Toronto winning the first 114-108 in Toronto on December 5, 2025, led by Scottie Barnes’ triple-double.
Venue Location
Moda Center
Portland, OR
Capacity: 19,393
(Opened in 1995 and formerly known as the Rose Garden, this arena is home to the Trail Blazers and renowned for its passionate “Rip City” fans, creating one of the league’s toughest road environments.)
Tipoff is scheduled for 10:00 PM ET (7:00 PM PT)
Broadcast: TSN (Raptors local), Root Sports Northwest (Blazers local)
Radio: Sportsnet 590 The Fan (Toronto), Rip City Radio 620 AM (Portland)
Injury Report
Both teams are managing absences, with Portland hit harder in the frontcourt.
Toronto Raptors:
Jakob Poeltl (C): Out (Left ankle sprain; out indefinitely)
RJ Barrett (SF): Questionable (Right shoulder impingement)
Gary Trent Jr. (SG): Game-time decision (Illness)
The Raptors will lean on Kelly Olynyk at center if Poeltl remains out. Scottie Barnes and Immanuel Quickley are healthy and expected to lead.
Portland Trail Blazers:
Deandre Ayton (C): Out (Right knee inflammation; expected return early February)
Robert Williams III (C): Questionable (Back spasms)
Scoot Henderson (PG): Game-time decision (Left hamstring strain)
Kris Murray (F): Out (G League assignment)
If Ayton and Williams sit, Donovan Clingan will start at center. Anfernee Simons and Jerami Grant are available to anchor the offense.
Key Player Matchups
This matchup contrasts Toronto’s defensive versatility with Portland’s athletic wings and guards.
Scottie Barnes (TOR) vs. Jerami Grant (POR): A clash of two-way forwards. Barnes (22.4 PPG, 8.6 RPG, 7.2 APG) is an All-Star candidate with elite playmaking, facing Grant (20.8 PPG on 46.2% FG, 38.4% 3PT) who’s Portland’s top scorer and defender.
Immanuel Quickley (TOR) vs. Anfernee Simons (POR): Guard battle of shooters. Quickley (19.2 PPG, 5.8 APG, 39.1% 3PT) thrives in pick-and-roll, while Simons (23.6 PPG, 4.8 APG) can erupt from deep but struggles defensively.
Kelly Olynyk (TOR) vs. Donovan Clingan (POR, if starting): Bigs in the paint. Olynyk (12.4 PPG, 6.8 RPG) provides spacing with 36.2% 3PT, against rookie Clingan (10.2 PPG, 9.4 RPG, 2.1 BPG) who’s impressed with rim protection.
Gradey Dick (TOR) vs. Shaedon Sharpe (POR): Young wings. Dick (14.6 PPG, 37.8% 3PT) adds shooting off the bench, while Sharpe (16.4 PPG) brings athleticism and transition scoring.
Other notes: Toronto’s defense (No. 7 efficiency) could stifle Portland’s 18th-ranked offense. The Blazers’ home rebounding (No. 6) may exploit Toronto’s frontcourt injuries.
Team Rankings
| Category | Raptors Rank (League) | Blazers Rank (League) |
| Points Per Game | 114.8 (14th) | 112.4 (19th) |
| Opponent PPG | 109.6 (7th) | 113.2 (14th) |
| Rebounds Per Game | 46.2 (11th) | 47.4 (6th) |
| Assists Per Game | 26.4 (10th) | 24.8 (17th) |
| Field Goal % | 47.2% (9th) | 45.8% (18th) |
| 3-Point % | 36.4% (10th) | 35.2% (18th) |
Recent Team Forms
Toronto is heating up, while Portland has been streaky.
Toronto Raptors (Last 10 Games: 6-4)
The Raptors have won four of their last five, including a 122-109 road win over Sacramento (Jan. 21). They’ve averaged 116.2 PPG in wins, bolstered by improved defense (108.4 PPG allowed).
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score | Key Performer |
| Jan. 21 | @ SAC | W | 122-109 | Barnes: 26 PTS, 10 REB, 8 AST |
| Jan. 19 | vs. ATL | W | 112-108 | Quickley: 24 PTS, 7 AST |
| Jan. 17 | @ CHI | L | 105-110 | Barnes: 22 PTS |
| Jan. 15 | vs. MIL | W | 112-105 | Dick: 20 PTS |
| Jan. 13 | @ BOS | L | 110-115 | Quickley: 25 PTS |
| Jan. 11 | vs. NYK | W | 118-107 | Barnes: 28 PTS, 9 REB |
| Jan. 9 | @ BKN | W | 114-109 | Barrett: 22 PTS (pre-questionable) |
| Jan. 7 | vs. IND | W | 120-116 | Quickley: 23 PTS |
| Jan. 5 | @ MIA | L | 108-112 | Barnes: 24 PTS |
| Jan. 3 | vs. ORL | L | 104-109 | Dick: 18 PTS |
Portland Trail Blazers (Last 10 Games: 5-5)
The Blazers have alternated wins and losses, with a 112-104 home win over the Clippers (Jan. 21). Home games have seen them allow just 110.2 PPG.
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score | Key Performer |
| Jan. 21 | vs. LAC | W | 112-104 | Simons: 28 PTS |
| Jan. 19 | @ GSW | L | 108-115 | Grant: 24 PTS |
| Jan. 17 | vs. SAC | W | 117-110 | Sharpe: 22 PTS |
| Jan. 15 | @ LAL | L | 104-112 | Simons: 25 PTS |
| Jan. 13 | vs. MIN | W | 110-105 | Clingan: 14 PTS, 12 REB |
| Jan. 11 | @ PHX | L | 101-112 | Grant: 20 PTS |
| Jan. 9 | vs. HOU | W | 103-102 | Simons: 27 PTS |
| Jan. 7 | vs. SAC | W | 117-110 | Sharpe: 19 PTS |
| Jan. 5 | @ DEN | L | 108-113 | Grant: 23 PTS |
| Jan. 3 | vs. UTA | L | 114-119 | Simons: 26 PTS |
Series History
Toronto leads the all-time series 55-48 in 103 regular-season games. The Raptors have won 4 of the last 6 meetings, including this season’s earlier victory. Trends: The under has hit in 5 of the last 7 games, averaging 217.2 total points.
| Date | Location | Result | Score | Spread Covered? |
| Dec. 5, 2025 | Toronto | TOR Win | 114-108 | TOR -4.5 |
| Mar. 22, 2025 | Portland | POR Win | 112-110 | POR +3.0 |
| Jan. 28, 2025 | Toronto | TOR Win | 119-104 | TOR -6.5 |
| Mar. 9, 2024 | Portland | TOR Win | 128-118 (OT) | TOR +2.5 |
| Oct. 30, 2023 | Toronto | POR Win | 99-91 | POR +9.5 |
Betting Trends
Against the Spread (ATS): Raptors 25-21 (54.3% cover rate); Blazers 22-23 (48.9% cover rate). Toronto is 6-4 ATS in last 10, Portland 5-5 ATS. Over/Under (O/U): Raptors games hit over 20-26 (43.5%); Blazers 21-24 (46.7%). Last 10 Blazers games average 223.4 points. Moneyline (ML): Raptors 22-14 as favorites (61.1% win rate); Blazers 10-8 as underdogs. Portland is 13-10 straight-up at home. Recent Trends: Raptors 7-3 ATS on road last 10; Blazers 4-6 ATS vs. East. The under is 6-4 in Toronto’s last 10.
Toronto’s better record (27-19 vs. 23-22) and 6-4 last 10 give them a 58% win probability. Portland’s frontcourt injuries hinder them against Barnes. The Raptors cover 54% of spreads and have won by 3+ in four of last six road games vs. .500 teams. Blazers are 5-5 ATS at home; expect a narrow Toronto win. Both defenses rank top-15 (TOR No. 7, POR No. 14); last five meetings averaged 221 points. Injuries slow pace for under.
Game Odds
Toronto Raptors – 3.5
Portland Trail Blazers 224.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, January 22, 2026
