Top rival that could push Raptors' playoff resolve to the limit

Fansided | February 24, 2026

The Knicks have had the Raptors’ number. How can Toronto change that in a playoff series?

Jan 28, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic watches as New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) looks to make a play during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images | John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

It is never too early to look ahead to the best time of the year: the NBA playoffs.

The Toronto Raptors are poised to make their first postseason appearance since losing to the Philadelphia 76ers in the first round of the 2022 playoffs.