Key Takeaways:
- New York defeated Toronto 116-94 on Sunday, securing a fourth consecutive victory and moving to 13-6 overall
- Josh Hart recorded 20 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists, while Karl-Anthony Towns added 22 points and eight rebounds
- The Knicks and Raptors will face each other again in the NBA Cup Eastern Conference semifinals in Toronto on Dec. 9
Knicks Extend Home Dominance
Josh Hart delivered a standout all-around performance with 20 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists, Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 22 points and eight rebounds, and the New York Knicks defeated the Toronto Raptors 116-94 on Sunday to claim their fourth win in a row.
Jalen Brunson provided 18 points, seven assists and six rebounds, while Mikal Bridges and Miles McBride each finished with 14 points. With the result, New York improved its home record to 10-1 and moved to 13-6 overall. The Knicks have not lost since Hart was promoted to the starting five last week.
DUB IN THE MECCA 🙌 pic.twitter.com/rHZe4k7Wqy
— NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) December 1, 2025
Raptors’ Response and Former Knick Shines
Immanuel Quickley, facing his former club, led the Raptors with 19 points and eight assists, and Scottie Barnes added 18 points. Toronto slipped to 14-7 following the defeat, coming less than 24 hours after their nine-game winning streak was halted at Charlotte.
Momentum Swings and Decisive Third-Quarter Run
New York looked firmly in control early on, building a 24-point advantage in the first half. However, the Raptors mounted a strong comeback after the interval, trimming the deficit to just three points at 70-67 midway through the third quarter.
The Knicks then responded with a decisive surge. Hart and Bridges orchestrated a 16-1 burst over a span of 4:20 that restored a comfortable cushion for the hosts. Hart scored eight points during that stretch, knocking down two 3-pointers, while Bridges added six points and registered the assist on both of Hart’s 3-point makes.
| Team | Final Score | Key Performers | Record After Game |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York Knicks | 116 | Josh Hart: 20 PTS, 12 REB, 7 AST Karl-Anthony Towns: 22 PTS, 8 REB Jalen Brunson: 18 PTS, 7 AST, 6 REB Mikal Bridges: 14 PTS Miles McBride: 14 PTS | 13-6 |
| Toronto Raptors | 94 | Immanuel Quickley: 19 PTS, 8 AST Scottie Barnes: 18 PTS | 14-7 |
Upcoming Fixtures and NBA Cup Clash
The two sides are set to cross paths again when the Knicks and Raptors meet in the NBA Cup Eastern Conference semifinals in Toronto on Dec. 9.
In regular-season action, the Raptors will host Portland on Tuesday night. The Knicks will be back on the road, visiting Boston on Tuesday night.
