The New York Knicks are hitting the road after four home games to face the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena on Monday evening. Coming off a loss to the Detroit Pistons, the Knicks are looking to bounce back after their four game winning streak was snapped. The Knicks were handed a 120111 defeat, with Jalen Brunson putting up a strong performance, recording a doubledouble with 31 points and 10 assists. Despite Brunson's efforts, New York struggled to secure offensive rebounds, finishing the game with only four, their fewest since March.
On the other side, the Raptors continue to struggle this season, falling 125118 to the Mavericks in their last game. This defeat marks their second consecutive loss, leaving their record at 717. Despite the loss, Scottie Barnes delivered an outstanding performance, posting a careerhigh 14 assists alongside 19 points, contributing to a strong individual showing.
New York Knicks vs. Toronto Raptors: Game Preview
Current Records:
New York Knicks: 149
Toronto Raptors: 717
Date and Time:
When: Monday, December 9, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. ET
Where: Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, Ontario
TV: NBA TV
Streaming: CBS Sports App, fuboTV (Free Trial, regional restrictions may apply)
Ticket Cost: $26.13
Key Matchup
The Knicks come into this game with a strong advantage from beyond the arc. Averaging 14.3 three pointers per game, New York has shown a significant proficiency in shooting deep shots this season. In contrast, the Raptors have been much less effective, averaging only 11.2 threes per game. Toronto will need to find a way to close this gap if they want to keep up with the Knicks' potent offense.
The Knicks dominated their previous matchup with the Raptors back in March, securing a 145101 victory. New York held a commanding 8059 lead at halftime in that contest, and they'll be aiming to replicate that performance on Monday.
Betting Information
Spread: New York is a 6point favorite against Toronto, according to the latest NBA odds. Initially, the Knicks opened as an 8point favorite, but bettors have shifted the line slightly in Toronto's favor.
Over/Under: The total for the game is set at 231.5 points.
Recent Series History
New York has had the upper hand in recent matchups against Toronto, winning 6 out of their last 10 games. Here’s a breakdown of their recent encounters:
Mar 27, 2024: New York 145 vs. Toronto 101
Jan 20, 2024: New York 126 vs. Toronto 100
Dec 11, 2023: New York 136 vs. Toronto 130
Dec 1, 2023: New York 119 vs. Toronto 106
Jan 22, 2023: Toronto 125 vs. New York 116
Jan 16, 2023: Toronto 123 vs. New York 121
Jan 6, 2023: New York 112 vs. Toronto 108
Dec 21, 2022: Toronto 113 vs. New York 106
Apr 10, 2022: New York 105 vs. Toronto 94
Jan 2, 2022: Toronto 120 vs. New York 105
With a strong offensive performance from Jalen Brunson and their depth from beyond the arc, the Knicks are poised to secure an important win over the struggling Raptors. However, Toronto's individual performances, like Scottie Barnes' recent career high, could provide the spark they need to challenge New York. With a slight edge in the betting odds, this matchup is sure to be an exciting one for NBA fans.
