Looking at the recent performances, the Toronto Raptors have been somewhat inconsistent, securing a win against the Golden State Warriors with a close score of 104-101, but suffering defeats against the Detroit Pistons and Cleveland Cavaliers. This mixed bag of results highlights their struggle for consistency, especially on the defensive end where they have allowed an average of 118.67 points over the last three games. In contrast, the Boston Celtics have shown a slightly more stable form. They claimed victories against the New Orleans Pelicans and Denver Nuggets, although they fell short against the Sacramento Kings. The Celtics' recent performances demonstrate their capability to bounce back and maintain a strong offensive showing, averaging 111.67 points over the same period. Analyzing the stats, the Raptors' starting five have a lower average offensive rating compared to the Celtics, with the latter showing stronger efficiencies with Jayson Tatum and Kristaps Porziņģis leading the charge. Defensively, the Celtics also hold an edge, as their starting lineup generally possesses better defensive ratings compared to their Raptors counterparts. This could prove to be crucial in limiting the Raptors’ scoring opportunities.