Kawhi Leonard Returns as Raptors Rout Short-Handed Knicks by 50
Kawhi Leonard made his preseason return to Toronto as the Raptors defeated the short-handed Knicks 148-98. The 50-point victory moved Toronto to 2-1 in the preseason, while New York fell to 0-4.
Leonard returns as Raptors rout Knicks by 50
Kawhi Leonard made his preseason return to Toronto on Tuesday, and the Raptors overwhelmed a short-handed New York Knicks team 148-98 at Scotiabank Arena, according to Basketballnews.com’s game report. The 50-point result moved Toronto to 2-1 in the preseason and dropped New York to 0-4.
Toronto controls the game
The margin made the matchup one of the most decisive results of the preseason. Leonard’s appearance was the central storyline as he returned to action for Toronto, while the Knicks’ depleted lineup struggled to stay competitive.
The Raptors’ 148 points marked a dominant offensive performance, with Toronto finishing 50 points clear of New York. The loss left the Knicks still searching for their first preseason victory.
A significant preseason checkpoint
Although the result came in the preseason, Leonard’s return provided the larger development for Toronto. His first appearance gives the Raptors an early opportunity to assess their roster with him back on the floor before the regular season.
For New York, the 0-4 record reflects a difficult preseason stretch, but the available report does not provide further details about the team’s absences or individual performances.
The Raptors now carry a 2-1 preseason record after one of the largest margins reported during the current exhibition schedule.