Raptors vs. Knicks Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on February 04th, 2025

Arena and City where Raptors vs. Knicks will be playing

The Raptors and Knicks will tip-off on February 04th, 2025, in an NBA game in Toronto, ON at Scotiabank Arena, and be sure to check out the picks and predictions to win with your bets.

Introduction to the Raptors vs. Knicks betting tip and prediction

February 04th, 2025 is the date for the Eastern Conference match, which will get underway at 18:30. The Raptors enters as 6 point underdogs in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Raptors were 37.5 point underdogs but lost the game to Knicks, 145-101. The over/under for the upcoming game is 231.5 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 248.5 points, and the under was victorious.

The 2024-2025 basketball season emphasizes the pivotal role of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's delve into how teams are performing from long range. The Raptors are currently draining 35.1% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their proficiency in long-range shooting. Meanwhile, the Knicks are impressively converting 37.6% of their shots from beyond the arc. In terms of shot selection, the Raptors are dedicating 36% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Knicks are taking 39% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Toronto Raptors

How are the Raptors playing this season?

The Raptors comes into this game with a 16-33 record, and they are currently 12th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Raptors are 8-2 in their last 10 games.

Did the Raptors win their most recent game?

Yes, Raptors defeated the Clippers, 115-108. Gradey Dick scored 23 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Raptors

The leading scorer for the Raptors this season is RJ Barrett, who is averaging 21.6 points per game. In the last game, he scored 43.5 points in DraftKings and 43.7 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Raptors

Coming into the February 04th, 2025 contest, Jakob Poeltl leads the Raptors with 10.3 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 28.5 points in DraftKings and 25.5 fantasy points in FanDuel. Scottie Barnes has a team-high 6.4 assists per game. He scored 33.75 DraftKings points and 32.9 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Raptors is Scottie Barnes (1.4 steals per game). He has 33.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 32.9 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Jakob Poeltl is leading the way for the Raptors with 1.3 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 28.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 25.5 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Raptors Team Analysis

The Raptors' point differential this season is -5.1 points per game, which ranks 24th in the NBA. They are averaging 111.2 points per game while allowing 116.3 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Raptors are making 11.4 shots per game, which ranks 29th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Raptors are making 15.8 per game, which ranks 28th in the NBA.

Projected Raptors Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Knicks, the Raptors' starting lineup consisted of Kelly Olynyk, Ochai Agbaji, Gradey Dick, Gary Trent Jr. and Javon Freeman-Liberty. For the upcoming matchup, the Raptors has the following injuries: Davion Mitchell is questionable (heel), Immanuel Quickley is questionable (undisclosed) and Jamal Shead isquestionable (illness).

New York Knicks

How are the Knicks playing this season?

The Knicks head this game with a 33-17 record, and they are currently 3rd in the Eastern Conference standings. The Knicks are 7-3 in their last 10 games.

Did the Knicks win their most recent game?

Yes, Knicks defeated the Rockets, 124-118. Miles McBride scored 29 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Knicks

The leading scorer for the Knicks this season is Jalen Brunson, who is averaging 26 points per game. Jalen Brunson also leads the team in minutes played per game with 38.28. He scored 26 points on 11-for-19 shooting in his previous regular season meeting against the Raptors.

Other Team Leaders for the Knicks

Karl-Anthony Towns is leading the way with 13.5 rebounds per game. Jalen Brunson is dishing out a team-high 7.6 assists per game. In terms of steals, the Knicks' leader is Josh Hart with 1.6 steals per game. The blocks' leader for the Knicks is OG Anunoby, who is sending back 0.9 shots per game.

Knicks Team Analysis

The Knicks' point differential this season is 6.6 points per game, which ranks 5th in the NBA. They are averaging 117.9 points per game while allowing 111.3 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Knicks are making 13 shots per game, which ranks 16th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Knicks are making 17 per game, which ranks 14th in the NBA.

Projected Knicks' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Raptors, the Knicks' starting five were Isaiah Hartenstein, Josh Hart, Donte DiVincenzo, Miles McBride and Jalen Brunson. For the upcoming matchup, Knicks has the following injuries: OG Anunoby is questionable (leg), Pacôme Dadiet is out (toe), Josh Hart is questionable (knee) and Mitchell Robinson is out (ankle).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Raptors coming into this game as 6 point underdogs the suggestion is to bet at the Knicks.

Money Line betting suggestion

Raptors are a 6 money line underdog for the game against the Knicks, and the suggestion is to pick the Knicks.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Raptors and Knicks is 231.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Raptors and Knicks have combined for just 5 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.