OG Anunoby led the New York Knicks to a convincing 112-98 victory over the Toronto Raptors at Madison Square Garden, showcasing his skills against his former team. Anunoby contributed significantly with 27 points, while Karl-Anthony Towns matched him in scoring and added 13 rebounds. RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley, both former teammates of Anunoby, tried to rally the Raptors, finishing with 16 and 22 points, respectively.
The Raptors, who have struggled recently, suffered their third consecutive loss despite a strong start to the game. Coach Darko Rajakovic highlighted the disparity in offensive rebounds, where the Knicks dominated with 15 compared to Toronto's eight. The Raptors have faced defensive challenges, allowing an average of 128.9 points per game over their last seven outings.