nba Game Recap
Toronto Raptors vs New York Knicks Recap - Knicks Win 136-130
Toronto was victimized by Julius Randle for 34 points as the Knicks defeated the Raptors 136-130 in NBA action on Monday.
New York won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -3.5-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 222.0.
RJ Barrett had 27 points for New York and Jalen Brunson chipped in with 21 points. Jalen Brunson had 9 assists for the Knicks, while Julius Randle was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Toronto got 29 points from OG Anunoby in a losing cause and another 20 points from Pascal Siakam. Dennis Schroder contributed 10 assists for the Raptors, while Jakob Poeltl had 8 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed New York were victorious, as the score was 66-60 at the break.
New York had a 42-38 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
New York looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Jazz. The Raptors will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Atlanta.