Raptors vs Knicks NBA Preseason Prediction and Preview, Oct 15
Raptors vs Knicks is a preseason tune-up on Thursday, October 15, tipping at 7:30 PM ET in New York.
Price: Knicks 65¢, Raptors 35¢ (Polymarket, as of Thu 7:26 AM ET)
Kalshi: Knicks 64¢, Raptors 36¢
Live price and every move: NBA WIRE
For tonight’s other games, see NBA predictions; today’s board covers every sport.
What the price says
The Knicks are favored at 65¢, with the Raptors at 35¢. Kalshi has the Knicks 1¢ cheaper at 64¢. NBA MARKET keeps both apps side by side.
Who will play, and for how long
Starters usually play 15 to 20 minutes, and some sit out. The fourth quarter belongs to players fighting for the last roster spots.
Availability
As of Thu 7:26 AM ET. Expect updates before tip; in preseason, teams often rest healthy players without listing them.
Jalen Brunson (Knicks): Day-To-Day, rest, expected back Oct 15
Karl-Anthony Towns (Knicks): Day-To-Day, rest, expected back Oct 15
OG Anunoby (Knicks): Day-To-Day, rest, expected back Oct 15
Mikal Bridges (Knicks): Day-To-Day, rest, expected back Oct 15
Josh Hart (Knicks): Day-To-Day, rest, expected back Oct 15
Nate Bittle (Raptors): Day-To-Day, right foot, expected back Oct 21
The rotations, by last season’s numbers
These are 2025-26 numbers on current rosters: a guide to who the regulars are, not to tonight’s minutes.
Raptors
Kawhi Leonard: 32.1 min, 33.5% usage, 27.9 pts, 6.4 reb, 3.6 ast (new, was LAC)
Scottie Barnes: 33.5 min, 23.4% usage, 18.1 pts, 7.5 reb, 5.9 ast
RJ Barrett: 30.3 min, 25.8% usage, 19.3 pts, 5.3 reb, 3.3 ast
Immanuel Quickley: 31.9 min, 21.1% usage, 16.4 pts, 4.0 reb, 5.9 ast
Jakob Poeltl: 25.0 min, 15.3% usage, 10.7 pts, 7.0 reb, 2.0 ast
Knicks
Jalen Brunson: 35.0 min, 30.3% usage, 26.0 pts, 3.3 reb, 6.8 ast
Karl-Anthony Towns: 31.0 min, 25.9% usage, 20.1 pts, 11.9 reb, 3.0 ast
O.G. Anunoby: 33.2 min, 19.7% usage, 16.7 pts, 5.2 reb, 2.2 ast
Mikal Bridges: 32.8 min, 17.3% usage, 14.4 pts, 3.8 reb, 3.7 ast
Josh Hart: 30.2 min, 16.6% usage, 12.0 pts, 7.4 reb, 4.8 ast
FAQ
Is Kawhi Leonard playing tonight?
Kawhi Leonard was not on the injury report as of Thu 7:26 AM ET.
Is Jalen Brunson playing tonight?
Jalen Brunson is listed as day-to-day (rest) as of Thu 7:26 AM ET.
Who is favored in Raptors vs Knicks?
The Knicks. Polymarket has them at 65¢, which reads as about a 65% chance, and the price moves live on NBA WIRE.
When and where is Raptors vs Knicks?
Thursday, October 15, at 7:30 PM ET, in New York.
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