PREVIEW: The Boston Celtics visit the Toronto Raptors on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at Scotiabank Arena , with the visiting squad riding substantial momentum into this Atlantic Division matchup. Boston has won four consecutive games and captured eight of their last ten contests , establishing themselves as a team firing on all cylinders despite the absence of Jayson Tatum due to an Achilles injury. The Celtics rank first in low turnovers, second in offensive spacing, and third in both three-point shooting efficiency and perimeter defense , creating a well-rounded offensive and defensive identity. Their depth has allowed them to maintain excellence even without their star player, with Jaylen Brown averaging 29 points, nearly five assists and over six boards per contest. The Raptors have lost four of their last five games and dropped their last two matchups , including a 111-86 home defeat to the Charlotte Hornets. Toronto excels at attacking the rim efficiently, ranking second, and demonstrates strong passing ability also ranking second, though they allow plenty of three-point attempts on defense and struggle defending drives inside . Despite these defensive vulnerabilities, Immanuel Quickley continues producing at an elite level, averaging 16.8 points while shooting 47.1 percent from the field and 39.1 percent from three. The Raptors hold a 3-1 record against the spread in their season series history with Boston , suggesting this matchup could present intrigue even with the Celtics' recent dominance.