The New York Knicks secured a 113-108 win over the Toronto Raptors on Monday night, powered by standout performances from Karl-Anthony Towns, Mikal Bridges, and Jalen Brunson. The victory marks the Knicks’ fifth win in their last six games, improving their record to 15-9.
Towns, returning after a one-game absence due to a sore knee, delivered a commanding performance with 24 points and 15 rebounds. The All-Star center broke a tie with a critical layup in the final 36 seconds and then sealed the game with a clutch three-pointer moments later.
Bridges contributed 23 points, showcasing his offensive versatility with five three-pointers. Brunson, orchestrating the Knicks’ offense, finished with 20 points and 11 assists, adding another double-double to his season tally.
OG Anunoby, playing against his former team, scored 14 points and grabbed four rebounds, while Josh Hart chipped in with 10 points off the bench.
Collectively, the Knicks shot an efficient 51.2% from the field and connected on 17 of their 40 attempts from beyond the arc.
The Raptors, who fell to 7-18 with the loss, were led by RJ Barrett’s 30 points, along with 10 points and 12 rebounds from Jakob Poeltl. Rookie Ja’Kobe Walter provided a spark off the bench with 19 points, matching his career high.
Toronto’s Scottie Barnes suffered a setback, leaving the game in the third quarter with a sprained right ankle after landing awkwardly on Towns during a rebound battle. Barnes had tallied 15 points in 23 minutes before his exit. This injury compounds his challenging season, as he previously missed 11 games due to a right orbital fracture.
New York’s depth played a significant role in the win, with Cameron Payne and Miles McBride combining for 15 points off the bench. Payne’s return from an elbow injury added much-needed guard depth, helping the Knicks maintain their lead in critical moments.
The Raptors battled throughout the contest, using strong rebounding—17 offensive boards—to stay competitive. However, their 44.8% shooting from the field and costly turnovers in the final minutes undermined their chances of securing an upset.
