New York Knicks vs Toronto Raptors Prediction & Picks - NBA
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by Erik Gibbs in NBA Picks
Madison Square Garden is set to host an intriguing Wednesday night NBA matchup as the Toronto Raptors visit the New York Knicks. The Raptors (8-28) have struggled this season, particularly on the road, where they’ve won just one of their first 16 games while allowing a concerning 119 points per contest. Their latest defeat came on Monday in a lackluster 128-104 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, during which the Raptors trailed by 19 points at halftime and allowed the Bucks to shoot an impressive 57% from the field. The Knicks (24-13), meanwhile, are sitting in third place in the Eastern Conference standings despite enduring a three-game losing streak. Known for their offensive firepower, New York ranks third in the league in offensive efficiency, averaging 117.2 points per game. However, their shooting woes were on full display in Monday’s 103-94 home loss to the Orlando Magic, where they connected on just four of 22 attempts from beyond the arc. Toronto has had a rough season overall, sitting near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings with only eight wins in their first 36 games. Offensively, the Raptors rank 21st in the league in scoring and are particularly poor in three-point production, sitting last in the NBA in three-point field goals made per game. They also rank in the bottom third in turnovers and offensive efficiency, compounding their struggles to generate consistent offense. Defensively, the Raptors rank 27th in scoring defense and are among the league’s worst in defensive efficiency, though they are ninth in total rebounds per game.
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Players list
J. Hart
J. Brunson
M. Bridges
K. Towns
O. Anunoby
I. Quickley
S. Barnes
Substitutes
M. McBride
T. Kolek
C. Payne
L. Shamet
P. Achiuwa
J. Toppin
M. Ryan
J. Shead
D. Mitchell
J. Walter
New York Knicks - Toronto Raptors Key Points
- The Raptors are 0-6 ATS in their last 6 when underdogs
- The Knicks are 1-4 ATS in home games vs Atlantic Division opponents
- The Knicks are 12-1 vs Atlantic Division opponents with losing records
- The favorites are 7-0 ATS in the Raptors' last 7 games
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Our New York Knicks vs Toronto Raptors Prediction
The Knicks enter the matchup as clear favorites against the Raptors, having already won the first two meetings between the teams this season. New York has been strong as a double-digit favorite, covering the spread in six of their last nine games under such circumstances. However, their recent three-game skid, including a surprising loss to the Magic, raises questions about their form. Additionally, the Knicks may have one eye on upcoming games against tougher opponents like the Oklahoma City Thunder and Milwaukee Bucks, making this a potential trap game. While the Raptors have struggled to win games outright, they’ve been relatively competitive against the spread, posting a 20-15-1 record ATS this season. This could make the matchup closer than expected, especially if the Knicks fail to regain their shooting rhythm. Ultimately, New York’s offensive efficiency and home-court advantage make them the team to beat, but Toronto’s resilience could make for a competitive battle. Our prediction for Toronto Raptors vs. New York Knicks: Knicks to win.
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