NEW YORK KNICKS DEFEAT TORONTO RAPTORS 122–120 AS TEAM PREPARES FOR NBA TITLE DEFENSE
The New York Knicks closed their 2026 preseason with a 122–120 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Thursday, October 15, at Madison Square Garden. Jalen Brunson led New York with 20 points and seven assists, while Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 13 points, 15 rebounds, and nine assists. The victory gives the defending NBA champions momentum heading into their regular-season opener.
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New York displayed improved offensive execution throughout the contest, shooting approximately 48% from the field and connecting on 15 three-pointers. Brunson provided leadership in the backcourt, while Towns contributed as both a rebounder and facilitator. Toronto remained competitive behind Scottie Barnes, who finished with 23 points, but the Knicks secured the narrow victory in the closing moments.
The Knicks will begin their 2026–27 regular season Tuesday, October 20, against the Philadelphia 76ers at Madison Square Garden. The matchup will also feature New York's championship banner-raising ceremony as the franchise begins its pursuit of consecutive NBA titles. With its core players returning, New York enters the season facing high expectations from its supporters and the wider basketball community.
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