The Raptors just keep on winning, and they had little trouble with the Nuggets in Denver on Sunday. They may have bitten off more than they can chew here in Portland though, as the Blazers have also been hot, winning eight of their last nine.

Here are my keys to the game:

1. Home Cookin' - The Blazers boast a 14-2 home record, and they have covered five of the last six home meetings with the Raptors.

2. LaMarcus Aldridge - He's officially listed as questionable, but his comments at practice on Monday sound quite encouraging: "I feel better," he said. "Did some little drills today, went up and down a little bit to try to open my lungs up a little bit. But I'm better."

3. X-Factor - The Raptors are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.

Selection: This is a play on the Portland Trail Blazers (8*)