NY Knicks (16-7) vs. Toronto Raptors (15-10)
December 9, 2025 8:30 pm EDT
The Line: Toronto Raptors +4.5; Over/Under: 225.5
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The Toronto Raptors play host to the New York Knicks at the Scotiabank Arena in the NBA Cup on Tuesday night. Here’s a Raptors vs Knicks Prediction. This article will include a Raptors vs Knicks Pick.
New York Knicks Betting Preview
The New York Knicks have been on a tear as they’ve won seven of their past eight games and they will be gunning for a fourth straight victory after taking down the Magic in a 106-100 home win on Sunday. Jalen Brunson led the team with 30 points and nine assists on 10 of 23 shooting, OG Anunoby added 21 points on eight of 14 shooting while Josh Hart chipped in with 17 points and 12 rebounds. As a team, the Knicks shot 43 percent from the field and 11 of 35 from the 3-point line as they set the tone with 35 points in the first quarter to take the early lead. But they were in a real battle and couldn’t get any separation until the fourth quarter where they led by 16 points, which was just enough to hold off a late rally from the Magic.
Toronto Raptors Betting Preview
Meanwhile, the Toronto Raptors have gone cold lately as they’ve lost five of their last six games overall and they will be hoping to snap a three-game losing streak after getting beaten by the Celtics in a 121-113 loss on Sunday. Brandon Ingram led the team with 30 points on 11 of 20 shooting, Scottie Barnes added 18 points with 11 rebounds and eight assists while Sandro Mamukelashvili chipped in with 14 points off the bench. As a team, the Raptors shot 49 percent from the field and nine of 22 from the 3-point line, but they were on the back foot from the start after allowing the Celtics to explode for 77 points in the first half. The Raptors worked so hard to erase an early 23-point deficit and take the lead in the fourth quarter, before the Celtics responded with a crucial 18-3 run to snatch the game away.
Why the Toronto Raptors will win
- The Knicks have lost each of their last eight road games against Raptors teams that held a winning record.
- The home team has won each of the Knicks’ last six games.
- The Knicks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven road games against teams that held a winning record.
- The home team has covered the spread in each of the Knicks’ last six games.
Why the New York Knicks will win
- The Knicks have won each of their last nine games against the Raptors.
- The Raptors have lost 24 of their last 26 games against Atlantic Division opponents that held a winning record.
- The Raptors have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games.
- The Knicks have covered the spread in eight of their last nine games against the Raptors.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Raptors’ last six night games against Eastern Conference opponents have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Seven of the Knicks’ last eight night games at Scotiabank Arena following a home win have gone OVER the total points line.
Toronto Raptors Player Facts
- Immanuel Quickley has recorded 25 games with 3+ assists this season – most of any player in the league.
- Scottie Barnes rank 1st in the league for total steals + blocks (75) this season.
New York Knicks Player Facts
- Mikal Bridges rank 1st amongst qualified players for steals + blocks per game (3.1) this season.
- Josh Hart is the only player to have recorded a triple-double off the bench this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Raptors rank 1st for fast break points (509) this season.
- The Raptors rank 1st for fast break points per game (20.4) this season.
- The Knicks rank 1st in the league for opponent offensive rebounds per game this season (9.8).
- The Knicks rank 2nd in the league for opponent steals per game this season (6.7).
Raptors vs Knicks Prediction
The Knicks are still missing Miles McBride, and they are keeping an eye on Karl-Anthony Towns, who is questionable with calf soreness. The Raptors have ruled out RJ Barrett again, and they have Jamal Shead listed as questionable with a quadriceps injury. The Knicks come into this meeting clearly as the team in better form, and they would be firm favorites if not for the injury cloud hanging over Towns at the moment. In contrast, the Raptors had a hot streak for a while there, but they’ve gone cold lately and were now on a three-game skid following a tough loss to the Celtics. The Knicks have been on a roll and I think they can keep it going with a comfortable win and cover in this spot.
