Knicks Crush Raptors 119-92: Bridges’ 19-Point Surge and Towns’ Rebound Masterclass Seal 11th Straight Over Toronto

By SportSphere24 Editorial Team | Jan 29, 2026

TORONTO — The "Nova Knicks" were in full effect at Scotiabank Arena. Behind a career-defining third-quarter performance from Mikal Bridges and a relentless glass-cleaning effort from Karl-Anthony Towns, the New York Knicks (29-18) secured a dominant 119-92 victory over the Toronto Raptors (29-20).

The Scoreboard: New York Knicks vs. Toronto Raptors

Team	1st	2nd	3rd	4th	Final
New York Knicks	18	29	35	37	119
Toronto Raptors	28	23	19	22	92

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Game Analysis: From 12-Point Deficit to 27-Point Blowout

Toronto looked set to snap their losing streak against New York, leading by 12 in the first half. However, a catastrophic third-quarter collapse saw the Raptors turn the ball over 8 times, fueling a 13-0 Knicks run.

1. Mikal Bridges: The Third Quarter Takeover

Bridges was the catalyst for the comeback, scoring 19 of his 30 points in the third quarter alone. He capped off the period with 11 consecutive points in the final 2:36, turning a tight game into a Knicks landslide.

• Stat Line: 30 PTS, 12-15 FG, 4-6 3PT.

2. KAT’s Historic Night on the Boards

While he struggled with his shot (3-of-11), Karl-Anthony Towns dominated the paint in a way rarely seen in the modern NBA. Towns grabbed 22 rebounds, including 14 in the second quarter alone, providing New York with endless second-chance opportunities.

3. The OG Anunoby Curse Continues

The Raptors have now fallen to 0-8 against the Knicks since trading OG Anunoby to New York. Facing his former team, Anunoby was a defensive terror, recording 26 points and a season-high 6 steals.

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Stat Leaders & Performance Metrics

Player	Team	PTS	REB	AST	STL
Mikal Bridges	NYK	30	2	2	3
OG Anunoby	NYK	26	3	5	6
Brandon Ingram	TOR	27	6	2	1
Scottie Barnes	TOR	17	10	4	1
K. Anthony-Towns	NYK	8	22	2	0