Knicks Defeat Raptors 111-95 in Toronto Showdown
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Scotiabank Arena
New York Knicks 111, Toronto Raptors 95, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won New York Knicks vs Toronto Raptors?
New York Knicks beat Toronto Raptors 111-95 at Scotiabank Arena on March 3, 2026.
Who was favored in New York Knicks vs Toronto Raptors?
New York Knicks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The favorite won.
The New York Knicks extended their dominance over the Toronto Raptors with a decisive 111-95 victory at Scotiabank Arena, marking their fifth consecutive win against Toronto this season. The Knicks now lead the season series 4-0, showcasing their ability to outperform the Raptors in recent matchups. This game highlighted the Knicks' strong away performance, as they improved their away record to 4-2 over their last six games.
In terms of recent form, the Knicks entered this game with a record of 6-4 over their last ten games, riding a two-game winning streak. They averaged 112.2 points per game while allowing 106.0 during that stretch. Their last two victories included a commanding 114-89 win against the San Antonio Spurs and a 127-98 triumph over the Milwaukee Bucks. The Raptors, on the other hand, had a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, with a recent win against the Washington Wizards (134-125) that snapped a two-game losing streak. They averaged 115.3 points scored and 109.8 points allowed during that span.
The Raptors have struggled at home, holding a home record of 3-4 in their last seven games leading up to this matchup. Conversely, the Knicks have been more successful on the road, with a notable away record of 4-2 in their last six games. This performance at Scotiabank Arena continued a trend where the Knicks have consistently outperformed the Raptors in their head-to-head meetings, with Toronto unable to secure a win against New York in their last seven encounters.
Injuries played a role in the game, particularly for the Raptors, who had several players listed as Day-To-Day, including Nate Bittle, Alijah Martin, Chucky Hepburn, and Collin Murray-Boyles, all dealing with knee issues, as well as Immanuel Quickley, who had a hamstring concern. The Knicks also had players on the injury report, with Mohamed Diawara and Jalen Brunson both listed as Day-To-Day due to finger and wrist injuries, respectively.
The betting market reflected the Knicks' strong position, with DraftKings setting the odds at New York -2.5, indicating their expected advantage. The total for the game was set at 221.5, with over odds at -115.0 and under odds at -105.0. The Knicks' moneyline was priced at -148, while the Raptors were at +124, highlighting the Knicks as the favored team in this matchup.
Game conditions were typical for an indoor basketball setting, with no significant external factors impacting play. Fans watched as the Knicks executed their game plan effectively, particularly in the fourth quarter, where they outscored the Raptors significantly. Key scoring plays included Jalen Brunson's three-pointer and Karl-Anthony Towns' contributions, which helped seal the game.
Overall, the Knicks' victory not only reinforced their dominance over the Raptors this season but also showcased their ability to perform well on the road against a team that has struggled to find consistency at home.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NY -2.5 | 221.5 o -115 / u -105 | New York Knicks -148 · Toronto Raptors +124 |
Injury report
- Nate BittleDay-To-DayKneeToronto Raptors
- Alijah MartinDay-To-DayKneeToronto Raptors
- Chucky HepburnDay-To-DayKneeToronto Raptors
- Collin Murray-BoylesDay-To-DayFingerToronto Raptors
- Immanuel QuickleyDay-To-DayHamstringToronto Raptors
- Mohamed DiawaraDay-To-DayFingerNew York Knicks
- Jalen BrunsonDay-To-DayWristNew York Knicks
Leaders
- PointsBrandon Ingram31Toronto Raptors
- AssistsImmanuel Quickley12Toronto Raptors
- ReboundsJakob Poeltl7Toronto Raptors
- PointsJalen Brunson26New York Knicks
- AssistsJalen Brunson10New York Knicks
- ReboundsKarl-Anthony Towns12New York Knicks
Recent form
Toronto Raptors
Last 10: 6-4Streak W1115.3 scored · 109.8 allowed per game3-4 at home
- W134-125at Washington WizardsMar 1
- L107-110vs San Antonio SpursFeb 26
- L107-116vs Oklahoma City ThunderFeb 25
- W122-94at Milwaukee BucksFeb 22
- W110-101at Chicago BullsFeb 20
- L95-113vs Detroit PistonsFeb 12
- W122-104vs Indiana PacersFeb 8
- W123-107vs Chicago BullsFeb 6
- L126-128vs Minnesota TimberwolvesFeb 5
- W107-100vs Utah JazzFeb 1
New York Knicks
Last 10: 6-4Streak W2112.2 scored · 106 allowed per game4-2 away
- W114-89vs San Antonio SpursMar 1
- W127-98at Milwaukee BucksFeb 28
- L94-109at Cleveland CavaliersFeb 25
- W105-99at Chicago BullsFeb 23
- W108-106vs Houston RocketsFeb 22
- L111-126vs Detroit PistonsFeb 20
- W138-89at Philadelphia 76ersFeb 12
- L134-137vs Indiana PacersFeb 11
- W111-89at Boston CelticsFeb 8
- L80-118at Detroit PistonsFeb 7
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | - | 26 | W2 | .683 | 56 |
| New York | 3 | 29 | L1 | .646 | 53 |
| Toronto | 10 | 36 | W1 | .561 | 46 |
| Philadelphia | 11 | 37 | W2 | .549 | 45 |
| Brooklyn | 36 | 62 | L3 | .244 | 20 |
Box score
| Stat | New York Knicks | Toronto Raptors |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 46-81 | 35-77 |
| Field goal % | 57 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 10-29 | 8-28 |
| Three-point % | 34 | 29 |
| Free throws | 9-12 | 17-19 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 89 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 5 |
| Defensive rebounds | 37 | 23 |
| Assists | 32 | 24 |
| Steals | 10 | 8 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 22 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 17 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 52 | 42 |
| Fouls | 17 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 16 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 77 | 20 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter70-60Jalen Brunson makes 17-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter70-61Immanuel Quickley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter70-62Immanuel Quickley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter72-62Karl-Anthony Towns makes driving layup (Josh Hart assists)
- 3rd Quarter72-65Immanuel Quickley makes 25-foot three point jumper (Brandon Ingram assists)
- 3rd Quarter72-68Brandon Ingram makes 23-foot three point jumper (Immanuel Quickley assists)
- 3rd Quarter74-68Karl-Anthony Towns makes 11-foot driving floating jump shot (Jalen Brunson assists)
- 3rd Quarter74-70Jakob Poeltl makes 10-foot floating jump shot (Immanuel Quickley assists)
- 3rd Quarter75-70OG Anunoby makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter75-73Immanuel Quickley makes 23-foot three point step back jumpshot (Brandon Ingram assists)
- 3rd Quarter77-73Josh Hart makes 11-foot pullup jump shot (Jalen Brunson assists)
- 3rd Quarter79-73Josh Hart makes two point shot (Jalen Brunson assists)
- 3rd Quarter82-73Landry Shamet makes 26-foot running jump shot (Josh Hart assists)
- 3rd Quarter82-74RJ Barrett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter84-74Mohamed Diawara makes 11-foot driving floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter84-75Sandro Mamukelashvili makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter84-76Sandro Mamukelashvili makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter84-78Brandon Ingram makes 2-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter84-80Scottie Barnes makes two point shot (Sandro Mamukelashvili assists)
- 3rd Quarter84-82Scottie Barnes makes alley oop dunk (Jamal Shead assists)
- 3rd Quarter87-82Jalen Brunson makes 23-foot three point step back jumpshot (Jose Alvarado assists)
- 4th Quarter87-84RJ Barrett makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Immanuel Quickley assists)
- 4th Quarter88-84Mikal Bridges makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-84Mikal Bridges makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter91-84Mikal Bridges makes 14-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter91-86RJ Barrett makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter93-86Jalen Brunson makes 19-foot pullup jump shot (Karl-Anthony Towns assists)
- 4th Quarter93-88RJ Barrett makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter95-88Jalen Brunson makes 18-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter95-91RJ Barrett makes 25-foot three point jumper (Immanuel Quickley assists)
- 4th Quarter95-93Immanuel Quickley makes 7-foot running pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter97-93Mikal Bridges makes running dunk (Josh Hart assists)
- 4th Quarter100-93Jalen Brunson makes 25-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter102-93Karl-Anthony Towns makes 20-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter104-93Josh Hart makes two point shot (Jalen Brunson assists)
- 4th Quarter104-95Jakob Poeltl makes 6-foot floating jump shot (Immanuel Quickley assists)
- 4th Quarter106-95Karl-Anthony Towns makes 6-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter108-95Jalen Brunson makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter109-95Jalen Brunson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter111-95Josh Hart makes 23-foot step back jumpshot (Mikal Bridges assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Toronto Raptors, below favours New York Knicks.
Venue
- Scotiabank ArenaToronto, ON
- Attendance19800
- OfficialsCourtney Kirkland, Evan Scott, John Butler
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