The New York Knicks are on the road on Wednesday night as they travel to take on the Toronto Raptors in an Eastern Conference showdown.
New York enters Wednesday’s game with a 28-18 record after defeating the Sacramento Kings at home on Tuesday night.
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New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11)© Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
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In Tuesday’s victory over the Kings, Jalen Brunson led the way for the Knicks as he recorded 28 points, three rebounds and four assists while Karl-Anthony Towns added 17 points, 11 rebounds and four assists of his own.
Now New York will try to pick up another victory on Wednesday as they face off against the Raptors in a tough road matchup.
On the other side, Toronto enters Wednesday’s contest with a 29-19 record after defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder on the road on Sunday night.
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Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley (5)Jeremy Reper-USA TODAY Sports
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Immanuel Quickley led the way for the Raptors in Sunday’s victory as he ended the game with 23 points and 11 rebounds while Brandon Ingram recorded 13 points, five rebounds and four assists.
While both teams are looking to pick up a victory in Wednesday night’s matchup, both squads may be without some of their key players due to injuries.
Knicks Injury Report, Will Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart Play?
For the Knicks, they have three players listed on their injury report, including both Brunson and Josh Hart.
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New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11)© Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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New York has listed Brunson as questionable due to an illness and he is in danger of missing his first game since January 17.
If Brunson is sidelined, Tyler Kolek, Landry Shamet and Jordan Clarkson could all be in line for increased roles.
New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3).© Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
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New York has also listed Hart as questionable due to right ankle soreness and the Knicks may elect to sit him on the second night of their back-to-back.
The Knicks have ruled out both Robinson and Miles McBride due to injury management as they will sit out the second game of their back-to-back.
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Raptors Injury Report, Will Collin Murray-Boyles Play?
On the other side, the Raptors have two players listed on their injury report, including rookie forward Collin Murray-Boyles.
Toronto Raptors forward Collin Murray-Boyles (12)Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Toronto has listed Murray-Boyles as questionable due to a left thumb contusion and he is in danger of missing his fifth consecutive contest.
If Murray-Boyles is sidelined once again, Sandro Mamukelashvili could draw another start in his place.
Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (19)Brett Davis-Imagn Images
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The Raptors have ruled out center Jakob Poeltl as he continues to recover from a back injury that has sidelined him since December 23.
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Fans can catch Wednesday night’s matchup between the Knicks and Raptors from Toronto at 7:30 p.m. EST.
This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Jan 28, 2026, where it first appeared in the NBA section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
