New York Knicks vs. Toronto Raptors Sunday, January 22, 2023 at 6:10pm EST
Both of these teams are likely disappointed in their recent play with two losses apiece since their overtime contest on Jan 16 the Raptors won 123-121. I think the Knicks are well positioned to not only cover but win this final regular season matchup.
The game fits a nice under system that has cashed 9 of 11 times. Play the under for home favorites with no rest off a home dog loss if they won the last time these two teams met and the opponent is off a road dog loss. Both teams have played under in 4 of 5 on Sundays and both teams are top 12 on defense. Toronto lost a close one here last night to Boston while NY allowed 139 in Atlanta last out. These two met 6 days ago with Toronto getting the win. Expect a lower scoring game here that goes under.
When these two teams played a week ago they combined for 244 points, but it did take overtime to get there. Subtracting the 24 points from OT and we're left with 220. Lower point totals aren't surprising between these two teams considering that they both rank in the bottom five in terms of pace of play. The Raptors will also struggle without as many fastbreak points from turnovers (Knicks are top 10 in defending the fastbreak) and steals. Toronto is also coming off the second night of a back-to-back, so there's a good chance their energy levels could be impacted in this game. NBA Basketball Pick BET ON New York Knicks vs. Toronto Raptors UNDER 222.5 .