NY Knicks (14-9) at Toronto (7-17)
- When: Dec 9 2024, 7:30 PM
- Where: Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, ON, CAN
- TV: NBA TV
Game Odds, Spread, Moneyline & Total
New York Knicks @ Toronto Raptors
Moneyline
New York Knicks -270
Toronto Raptors +220
New York Knicks @ Toronto Raptors
Point Spread
New York Knicks -7.0 (-105)
Toronto Raptors 7.0 (-115)
New York Knicks @ Toronto Raptors
Total
Over 231.5 (-115)
Under 231.5 (-105)
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
- Get real-time live scores & latest betting odds here!
Key Players:
NY Knicks: Karl-Anthony Towns
Toronto: Scottie Barnes
Team Stats
| Knicks | Raptors | |
| 14-9 | Record | 7-17 |
| 6-6 | Away & Home | 6-6 |
| 7-3 | Last 10 | 5-5 |
| L1 | Streak | L2 |
Last Matchup:
NYK 145-101, March 27th, 2024
Game Preview
The New York Knicks and Toronto Raptors are set to square off Monday night, each looking to bounce back from disappointing losses over the weekend. Both teams struggled to generate energy early in their previous outings, and bettors will be eyeing whether either squad can find a spark this time around.
The Knicks fell short at home on Saturday, losing 120-111 to the Detroit Pistons. Missing Karl-Anthony Towns (left knee soreness), New York never led and found themselves trailing by as many as 17 points. Jalen Brunson posted a strong double-double with 31 points and 10 assists, but it wasn’t enough to overcome their sluggish start.
“We started slow,” Brunson admitted postgame. “They dictated the pace and physicality.” Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau echoed the sentiment: “We got in a big hole early and played from behind all game.”
Towns, averaging 25.2 points and 13.2 rebounds, remains questionable for Monday, as does reserve guard Cameron Payne (elbow). Without them, the Knicks will need a collective effort to stay competitive on the road, particularly in areas like rebounding and defense.
On the other side, the Raptors also struggled early on Saturday, trailing the Dallas Mavericks by 24 points before rallying late in a 125-118 loss. While their second-half surge showed promise, head coach Darko Rajakovic emphasized the need for a full-game effort.
“I think we played hard in the second half,” Rajakovic said. “But against that type of opponent, you’ve got to bring it for 48 minutes.”
Toronto’s Gradey Dick led the charge with 27 points, while Scottie Barnes recorded his sixth double-double in seven games with 19 points and 14 assists. Jakob Poeltl returned from illness to contribute 20 points, seven rebounds, and seven assists, and Kelly Olynyk made his season debut with 13 points in 14 minutes off the bench.
The Raptors are looking to avoid their third straight home loss, while the Knicks are seeking more consistency on the road, having gone 3-6 in away games this season. Toronto struggled against New York last year, going 0-4 in the season series, which could play into betting trends favoring the Knicks.
For bettors, key angles include the health of Karl-Anthony Towns and whether Toronto can maintain the offensive chemistry they showcased late against Dallas. The Knicks have shown promise in stretches but need to address their slow starts to cover spreads consistently. With Toronto finding some offensive rhythm, this matchup could see plenty of scoring, making the over an intriguing play. Back the Raptors for a potential bounce-back performance at home, but keep an eye on the line as Towns’ status develops.
NBA Parlay Picks & Predictions
Final Score: New York 120-115
The Pick: Toronto +7 (-115) & Over 231½ (-115)
A $100 Parlay Bet will return $350
- NBA Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
