On their recent mini-road trip, the New York Knicks nearly blew games in Chicago and New Orleans. In both contests, RJ Barrett distinguished himself offensively and defensively, with stellar play that preserved the wins. Monday, the Knicks return to the Garden to meet RJ’s hometown team. Will the Maple Mamba find rapture again against the Raptors?
WHEN LAST THEY MET
The Knicks beat Toronto 120-103 on April 24, 2021. Unlike in games this season, New York closed out strong, outscoring Toronto 32-20 in Q4.