Raptors and Knicks Set for High-Stakes NBA Cup Quarterfinal
The Toronto Raptors are gearing up for a pivotal moment in their season as they prepare to host the New York Knicks in the quarterfinals of the NBA Cup. This matchup marks the Raptors’ first knockout game in the tournament, and both teams find themselves just three victories away from clinching their inaugural NBA Cup. With the stakes elevated and tensions palpable, fans can expect an electric atmosphere inside Scotiabank Arena.
Game Details for Raptors vs. Knicks
Matchup: New York Knicks vs. Toronto Raptors
Date: Tuesday, December 9
Kickoff Time: 8:30 PM EST
Location: Scotiabank Arena | Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Broadcast Information
Fans looking to catch the action can tune in on TSN Sports. For those who prefer to stream, the game will be available on:
NBA App
FuboTV (with a free trial option)
Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV (subscription required)
For radio enthusiasts, the game can be heard on:
TSN 1050
Sportsnet 590 The Fan
SiriusXM NBA Radio
Injury Updates
As both teams finalize their preparations, here’s the latest on player availability:
Knicks Injury Report
SG Miles McBride: OUT (ankle)
SF Pacome Dadiet: OUT (ankle)
C Karl-Anthony Towns: QUESTIONABLE (calf)
SF Landry Shamet: OUT (shoulder)
Raptors Injury Report
SF RJ Barrett: OUT (knee)
A Renewed Rivalry
This game marks the second meeting of the season between the Raptors and Knicks, but the intensity has ramped up since their last encounter at Madison Square Garden. This time, the winner will not only advance to the semi-finals of the NBA Cup in Las Vegas but will also face off against the winner of the Miami Heat versus Orlando Magic matchup.
The Raptors demonstrated their prowess in the group stage, sweeping through East Group A with decisive victories over the Indiana Pacers, Cleveland Cavaliers, Washington Wizards, and Atlanta Hawks. On the other hand, the Knicks navigated a slightly bumpier path through East Group C, overcoming an initial setback against the Chicago Bulls with subsequent wins against the Miami Heat, Milwaukee Bucks, and Charlotte Hornets, ultimately claiming first place in their group.
However, past performance will not dictate the outcome of this knockout clash. With the slate wiped clean, both teams will approach this game with a winner-takes-all mentality. The prospect of advancing to Las Vegas adds an extra layer of urgency, as both the Raptors and Knicks aim to seize this opportunity to build momentum heading into the latter half of the season.
