They have a bit of a cushion as they currently lead the Raptors 68-51. If the Knicks keep playing like this, they'll bump their record up to 34-17 in no time. On the other hand, the Raptors will have to make due with a 16-34 record unless they turn things around (and fast).

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The Eastern Conference’s top two teams collide for the third time of the 2024-’25 season Tuesday night in Cleveland, as the defending NBA champion Boston Celtics visit Donovan Mitchell and the Cavaliers.