Knicks Beat Raptors 111-95, Extend Win Streak to 12

Jalen Brunson scores 26 points as New York wins fifth game in six outings

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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The New York Knicks defeated the Toronto Raptors 111-95 on Wednesday night, extending their win streak over the Raptors to 12 games. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 26 points and 10 assists, while Karl-Anthony Towns added 21 points and 12 rebounds. The Knicks became the third Eastern Conference team to reach 40 wins this season.

Why it matters

The Knicks' dominant performance over the Raptors showcases their continued improvement and status as a top team in the Eastern Conference. The win streak over Toronto also highlights the Knicks' ability to consistently beat a divisional rival, an important factor in securing a high playoff seed.

The details

The Knicks jumped out to a 68-58 halftime lead and never looked back, with their reserves outscoring the Raptors' bench 26-8. New York had 17 turnovers that led to 22 points for Toronto, but the Raptors were even sloppier, committing 15 turnovers that resulted in 17 points for the Knicks. Brandon Ingram scored 31 points for Toronto, but the Raptors' 3-point shooting woes (5-for-25 after starting 3-for-3) proved costly.

  • The Knicks last lost to the Raptors on January 22, 2023.
  • The Knicks' win on Wednesday night was their fifth in six games.

The players

Jalen Brunson

The Knicks' starting point guard, who had 26 points and 10 assists in the win.

Karl-Anthony Towns

The Knicks' starting center, who contributed 21 points and 12 rebounds.

Brandon Ingram

The Raptors' leading scorer, with 31 points in the loss.

RJ Barrett

The Raptors' starting forward, who scored 20 points.

Scottie Barnes

The Raptors' starting forward, who scored 14 points.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

The Knicks' dominant win over the Raptors, a divisional rival, demonstrates their continued growth as a top team in the Eastern Conference. Their ability to consistently beat Toronto, a playoff contender, is a positive sign as they look to secure a high seed and make a deep postseason run.