Phoenix Suns — Toronto Raptors, prediction and H2H — 23 March, 2026
Phoenix Suns
Toronto Raptors
On March 23, 2026, an NBA regular-season game between Phoenix Suns and Toronto Raptors will take place at the Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix. Let’s take a closer look at the potential outcome of this clash.
Phoenix Suns
Phoenix Suns are going through a very poor stretch of form, currently on a five-game losing streak. In their most recent outing, they suffered a 105–108 home defeat to the Milwaukee Bucks, and during this run, they also lost on the road to the Toronto Raptors.
In the NBA standings, Phoenix now sit 7th in the Western Conference, trailing the Minnesota Timberwolves in 6th by four wins, making a push for a top-six finish increasingly difficult. However, they have already secured a play-in spot.
At home, the Suns have been relatively solid, posting 22 wins and 14 losses. Offensively, the team has struggled, averaging 112.1 points per game, which ranks around 26th in the league. Defensively, however, they have been much stronger, allowing 111.2 points per game — the 6th-best defensive record in the NBA.
In head-to-head home matchups against the Toronto Raptors, Phoenix hold a clear advantage, having won five of their last six meetings on home court.
Toronto Raptors
Toronto Raptors also come into this matchup following a defeat, but against a strong opponent, losing 115–121 on the road to the Denver Nuggets. Overall, this was just their first loss in the last four games. Prior to that, Toronto recorded solid wins, including victories over the Detroit Pistons and an impressive 139–109 road win against the Chicago Bulls.
In the NBA standings, Toronto currently sit 5th in the Eastern Conference with a 39–30 record. The team remains highly motivated as they continue to push for a secure top-six finish.
On the road, the Raptors have been very consistent, posting 20 wins and 14 losses — the 4th-best away record in the conference. Offensively, they are relatively average, scoring around 114 points per game, while defensively they perform well, allowing approximately 112 points per game, ranking them among the better defensive teams in the league.
In head-to-head matchups with the Phoenix Suns, recent meetings have been evenly balanced, with each team winning three of the last six encounters — all of those victories coming on home court. However, over a slightly larger sample, Toronto hold a slight edge, winning five of the last eight matchups between the teams.
Key facts and head-to-head stats
- Phoenix Suns have lost their last 5 games.
- 3 of Suns' last 4 games have gone under 220.5 total points.
- Toronto Raptors have won 3 of their last 4 games.
- 5 of Raptors' last 6 games have gone over 220.5 total points.
Phoenix Suns — Toronto Raptors prediction
Both teams enter this matchup following recent losses, but their overall form differs significantly. The Phoenix Suns are currently on a five-game losing streak, which has effectively dropped them out of the top-six race, leaving them 7th in the conference. The team has struggled offensively, although their defensive performances remain relatively solid. In contrast, the Toronto Raptors are in much better shape. Despite their most recent defeat, they had won three consecutive games prior to that, showing positive momentum. Toronto remain fully engaged in the battle for a top-six finish and appear highly motivated. Recent head-to-head meetings have been fairly balanced, although Toronto did win the most recent encounter. Considering the current form, Phoenix’s ongoing struggles, the edge in this matchup leans toward Toronto. The Raptors appear to be in better rhythm both physically and mentally, while the Suns are clearly going through a difficult stretch. Recommended bet: Toronto Raptors to win — 1.81
