Key Takeaways:
- Jalen Brunson contributed 35 points as the New York Knicks overcame the Toronto Raptors 117-101 on Tuesday night
- The Knicks advanced to the NBA Cup semifinals for the first time, where they will meet Orlando in Las Vegas on Saturday
- The Raptors suffered their fourth consecutive home defeat and have gone 1-6 since completing an unbeaten group stage run
Match Overview
On Tuesday night in Toronto, the New York Knicks secured a decisive 117-101 victory over the Toronto Raptors, earning a place in the NBA Cup semifinals for the first time in three attempts. Jalen Brunson delivered a commanding performance with 35 points, including 26 in the first half – his highest output in any half this season. Josh Hart provided 21 points for New York, while Mikal Bridges and OG Anunoby contributed 15 and 13 points respectively, with Anunoby scoring against his former side.
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Team and Player Performances
Karl-Anthony Towns returned to action after missing Sunday’s fixture against Orlando due to tightness in his left calf, registering a double-double with 14 points and 16 rebounds for the Knicks. The win sees New York, the sole team to have made the quarterfinals in each year since the NBA Cup’s inception, finally progress to the semifinals after failing in their previous two attempts by a combined margin of 32 points.
For the Raptors, Brandon Ingram top-scored with 31 points, while Jamal Shead posted a career-best 18 points. Scottie Barnes and Ja’Kobe Walter each added 13 points, and Jakob Poeltl finished with 10. Despite Ingram’s strong start, scoring 17 points in the first quarter, Toronto faltered in the second frame, missing 13 of their opening 15 field goals and finishing just 5-for-21 as the Knicks outscored them 34-13, establishing a 69-52 half-time lead.
Statistical Summary
| Team | Top Scorer | Points | Rebounds Leader | Assists Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York Knicks | Jalen Brunson | 35 | Karl-Anthony Towns (16) | 4 players (4) |
| Toronto Raptors | Brandon Ingram | 31 | Jakob Poeltl (9) | Jamal Shead (8) |
The Knicks have improved their all-time NBA Cup record to 11-4. In contrast, the Raptors, who went unbeaten in group stage play amid a 13-1 run, have now lost four consecutive games – all at home – and are 1-6 since the group stage.
Squad Availability and Upcoming Fixtures
Immanuel Quickley was sidelined for the Raptors due to illness, while RJ Barrett sat out his ninth successive contest with a sprained right knee. Neither former Knicks player featured in Tuesday’s match.
- The Knicks will face Orlando in the NBA Cup semifinal round in Las Vegas on Saturday
- The Raptors will visit Miami on Monday
