Raptors vs Knicks Picks and Prediction – 1/9/2025

The World’s Most Famous Arena will play host to a Wednesday night NBA battle between the Toronto Raptors and the New York Knicks. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Raptors (8-28) have dropped 15 of their first 16 road games and are surrendering 119 points per contest. On Monday, Toronto trailed by 19 points at halftime and allowed Milwaukee to shoot a sizzling 57 percent from the field during a lifeless 128-104 home loss. 

Toronto F R.J. Barrett matched a game-high with 25 points on 11-for-19 shooting and grabbed nine rebounds. All-Star F Scottie Barnes added 21 points (10-18 FG) and five assists for the Raptors, who were outrebounded by a 46-35 margin. 

The New York Knicks are looking to snap a three-game losing streak and are sitting in third place in the Eastern Conference standings. The Knicks (24-13) rank third in the league in offensive efficiency and are averaging 117.2 points per game. On Monday, New York missed 18 of 22 from the three-point line during a disappointing 103-94 home loss versus Orlando. 

All-Star G Jalen Brunson and G/F Mikal Bridges led New York with 24 points apiece on a combined 18-for-41 shooting effort. Josh Hart added 15 points (5-9 FG) and 14 rebounds for the Knicks, who fell to 11-5 at home. 

New York C Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) did not suit up for Monday’s loss and is listed as questionable for this game. The Raptors rank 27th in the league in defensive efficiency and the Knicks are a middle of the pack defensive squad. Look for New York to snap their modest skid with a victory that goes over the total. Final Score Prediction, New York Knicks win 126-114.