Raptors +9.5 is my side because Toronto's shot volume and reserve scoring give it a way to stay close in Philadelphia.
Through their first nine games, the Raptors averaged 11.3 more shot opportunities than their opponents. Every opponent finished with fewer opportunities, a distinction no other NBA team shared.
The 76ers ranked in the bottom five in both effective field-goal percentage and offensive rebounding percentage through 11 games. Toronto's volume gives it a way to stay within single digits without needing the better shooting night.
Toronto's bench also ranked fifth through the first three weeks. Its reserves outscored Boston's 42-30 on Wednesday.