New York Knicks vs. Toronto Raptors Betting Prediction 11/27/19

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The New York Knicks (4-13), 10.5-point underdogs, will have their hands full against the league’s top shooting defense when they clash with the Toronto Raptors (12-4) at Scotiabank Arena. The game’s Over/Under (O/U) opened at 209.5 points and it can be seen on The Sports Network at 7:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 27, 2019.

New York Knicks at Toronto Raptors Betting Odds

In their last outing, the Raptors (2-point underdogs) covered in a 101-96 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers. The Knicks fell to the Brooklyn Nets, 103-101, but did cover as 2.5-point underdogs. The Toronto game went 16 points under the projected point total of 213, while the New York game went 11.5 points under the projected point total of 215.5.

Toronto played a nearly flawless game. They had a free throw rate of 0.167 (matching their season average) and a turnover percentage of 9.6 (better than their season average of 13.4). For those same stats, Philadelphia was 0.102 and 14.4, respectively. New York, on the other hand, held Brooklyn to an offensive rebounding percentage of 17.1 (below their season average of 22.4). Pascal Siakam played well for Toronto, finishing with 25 points and seven rebounds. Meanwhile, New York received a boost from Marcus Morris, who put up 26 points.

The Raptors dominated this series last year, taking all four games. In the most recent game, Toronto won 117-92. Toronto had a much better turnover percentage (7.5 vs. 13.9). New York, on the other hand, had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (26.9 vs. 13.0). This is the first time these teams will battle this year.

Vegas is known to set the total high when the Knicks are involved, as 12 of their 17 games have gone under the total. New York heads into the game with records of 4-13 straight up (SU) and 9-8 against the spread (ATS).

Unlike New York, Raptors games tend to finish over the total (56.3 percent). Additionally, Toronto is 12-4 SU and 10-6 ATS.

The Knicks’ Morris has been playing well over his last five games, averaging 20 points,7.4 rebounds per game. Meanwhile, Norman Powell has averaged 16 points during that same time frame for the Raptors.

Toronto could have their way on the offensive side of the ball as their high-octane offense faces off against one of the NBA’s worst defenses. The Raptors currently rank fifth in offensive efficiency, while New York ranks 21st in defensive efficiency. Also, the Knicks rank first in offensive rebounding percentage (26.1 percent), while the Raptors rank 29th in defensive rebounding percentage (74.3 percent).

New York Knicks at Toronto Raptors Odds Pick

Free NBA Tip: SU Winner – Raptors, ATS Winner – Raptors, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • The Raptors rank 17th in points in the paint per game (47.3) while the Knicks rank 29th (39.9).
  • Toronto ranks first in fast break points per game (19.6) while New York ranks 28th (10.3).
  • The Raptors rank sixth in three pointers attempted per game (35.8) while the Knicks rank 25th (29.4).
  • New York ranks 10th in rebounds allowed per game (44.8) while Toronto ranks 28th (48.4).
  • Toronto ranks third in points off turnovers per game (19.8) while New York ranks 17th in points off turnovers allowed per game (17.6).
  • The Knicks rank first in second chance points per game (16.1) while the Raptors rank 26th (10.2).
  • The Raptors rank ninth in assists per game (25.4) while the Knicks rank 26th (20.6).
  • Toronto ranks fifth in steals allowed per game (6.8) while New York ranks seventh (7.1).
  • New York ranks fourth in blocks allowed per game (3.9) while Toronto ranks 25th (6.1).
  • In games where they allow less than 100 points, Toronto is 5-1 and New York is 1-1.
  • The Raptors are 12-3 when they score more than 100 points, while the Knicks are 4-9.
  • Toronto is 6-1 ATS at home, while New York is 5-3 ATS on the road.
  • The Knicks have 4 overs and 4 unders in 8 road games.
  • The Raptors have 5 overs and 2 unders in 7 home games.

Bettings Trends:

  • In their last five games, New York and Toronto are both 3-2 ATS.
  • The Knicks have 3 unders and 2 overs over their last five games, while the Raptors have 3 overs and 2 unders
  • During their last five games, the Knicks have scored an average of 106.8 points per game (4.8 above their season average) and allowed an average of 106.2 points per game (2.4 below their season average).
  • The Raptors’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 10.4, up from 7.4 for the season.