Tonight's LA Lakers vs Toronto Raptors game will see the two teams collide in a cross-conference matchup. Both squads will look to snap their losing streaks as the Lakers have lost back-to-back games, while the Raptors have been defeated in three consecutive outings. The Lakers are sitting in sixth place in the West with a 3-2 record and the Raptors are 1-4 and 13th in the East.
On Wednesday, the Lakers fell to the Cleveland Cavaliers in their second of five straight road games. On the other hand, the Raptors are coming off a narrow 138-133 loss to the Charlotte Hornets.
After tonight's game, the Lakers will travel to Detroit for a showdown against the Pistons on Monday.
For the Raptors, tonight's game will mark the first leg of a back-to-back set as they will host the Sacramento Kings on Saturday.
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LA Lakers vs Toronto Raptors Injury Reports for Nov. 1
Ahead of tonight's game, both the Lakers and the Raptors have submitted their injury reports.
LA Lakers injury report
In addition to Jalen Hood-Schifino, Christian Koloko, Maxwell Lewis, Quincy Olivari and Armel Traore all being on assignment in the G League, LA has several players sidelined.
Christian Wood is still recovering from knee surgery, while Jarred Vanderbilt is working his way back from foot surgery. D'Angelo Russell is probable with lower back soreness, while Anthony Davis is probable with right hip soreness.
Toronto Raptors injury report
The Toronto Raptors have Ulrich Chomche listed as on assignment in the G League. Three players are out tonight: Scottie Barnes due to an orbital fracture, Bruce Brown who had a knee procedure and Kelly Olynyk with a back strain.
Immanuel Quickley is doubtful with a right pelvic contusion and Ja'Kobe Walter is questionable with a right shoulder AC joint sprain.
LA Lakers vs Toronto Raptors starting lineups and depth charts
LA Lakers starting lineup and depth chart
Assuming both probable players suit up tonight, expect LA to start D'Angelo Russell, Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura, LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
Toronto Raptors starting lineup and depth chart
With Quickley and Barnes both out, Raptors coach Darko Rajakovic will likely start Davion Mitchell, Gradey Dick, RJ Barrett, Chris Boucher and Jakob Poeltl.
How to watch tonight's LA Lakers vs Toronto Raptors game
The game won't be nationally televised; however, Spectrum Sportsnet and TSN will provide local coverage, while NBA League Pass will have all the action for out-of-market fans.
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