The Raptors have lost back to back road games by large margins and should be eager to get back on track against the Nets. However, their offence and defence simply need to be better. Against the Hawks and Hornets, they’ve scored an average of just 96.5 pts. While on defence, they’ve been poor after allowing 126 points per game. This has also been a trend against the Nets this season as they’ve allowed 131 and 116 pts in the 2 meetings.<\/span><\/p>\n After a huge 126-123 win over the Bucks on Sunday, the Nets will be eager for 2 straight wins as they meet the Raptors. Kyrie Irving dominated the contest with 38 pts and the Nets successfully overcame an 8 point deficit at one stage. However, Irving won’t be available in this contest due to his inability to play home games at the moment. So Curry, Drummond and Brown will look to fill the void on offence.<\/span><\/p>\n Despite missing the likes of Irving and Durant, the Raptors aren’t showing much form coming into this matchup to suggest they can beat the Nets. We can also see the Nets stepping up without Irving and making a statement on their home court.<\/span><\/p>\n Stadium Record<\/b><\/p>\n The Nets have struggled at home with a 1-4 record and they’ve lost back to back games.<\/span><\/p>\n Head to Head Record<\/b><\/p>\n Brooklyn has won both of the 2 meetings this season.<\/span><\/p>\n Best Bet<\/b><\/p>\n Brooklyn Nets +3.5 = $1.87<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n The Bulls winning streak ended last time out against the Grizzlies in the 116-110 result and they’ll be looking to bounce back against the Heat. DeMar DeRozan continued his fine season with 31 pts and his matchup with Butler will be one to watch. Zach LaVine also provided support with 28 pts. They have won back to back road games and have been playing well offensively as they’re scoring 114.6 points per game in their last 5 games.<\/span><\/p>\n After 3 straight wins, the Heat will be fired up for this clash with the Bulls. Bam Adebayo comes into this clash with great form after 36 pts against the Spurs. Jimmy Butler provided good support with 27 pts and should enjoy facing one of his former teams. The Heat duo should continue to get a usage boost with Kyle Lowry on the sidelines as well. However, their offence hasn’t skipped a beat as they’re averaging 114 points per game in their last 5 games.<\/span><\/p>\n Jimmy Butler comes off an average of 25 points per game in his last 2 games and looks good value to reach the 25 point mark on Tuesday. There’s extra motivation agianst his former team and the fact that Kyle Lowry is out.<\/span><\/p>\n Stadium Record<\/b><\/p>\n The Heat are 14-3 in their last 17 home games. Chicago has lost 5 of their last 7 in Miami.<\/span><\/p>\n Head to Head Record<\/b><\/p>\nChicago Bulls (39-22) at Miami Heat (40-21)<\/b><\/h3>\n