Knicks Favored to Win in Atlantic Division Showdown Against Raptors at Madison Square Garden
The Toronto Raptors will face off against the New York Knicks in an NBA Atlantic Division rivalry game at Madison Square Garden on Monday at 7:30 p.m. ET. Toronto, with a
Game outlook
The Toronto Raptors will face off against the New York Knicks in an NBA Atlantic Division rivalry game at Madison Square Garden on Monday at 7:30 p.m. ET. Toronto, with a record of 7-21 SU, 18-9-1 ATS, and 13-15 O/U, is coming off a 101-94 loss to Brooklyn. New York, boasting a record of 18-10 SU, 14-13-1 ATS, and 15-13 O/U, recently defeated New Orleans 104-93. The Knicks have a favorable record of 7-3 straight-up and 4-6 against the spread in their last ten meetings with the Raptors, including a 113-108 victory on December 9. New York is currently the betting favorite with an opening line of -13.5, now at -14.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Raptors +645 | Knicks -900
Spread: Raptors +14 (-110) | Knicks -14 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 226.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 90%.
Toronto Raptors
The Toronto Raptors have struggled recently, losing six straight games, including their most recent matchup against Brooklyn. The Nets held the Raptors to 39 percent shooting and dominated them on the boards and in the paint. Offensively, Toronto averages 111.7 points per game but struggles with shooting percentages, ranking in the bottom half of the league in shooting efficiency. Defensively, they allow 116.7 points per game and struggle to force turnovers or block shots. Several key players are out due to injury, including Immanuel Quickley, Bruce Brown, and Jakob Poetl, while Davion Mitchell is questionable. Toronto is currently ranked 24th in the NBA power rankings and has a record of 7-21 this season. For NBA predictions and more information, visit the website recommended in the content.