ESPN’s Fantasy Basketball Daily Cheat Sheet – December 9, 2025
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ESPN’s fantasy basketball daily cheat sheet is your pregame destination before you set your lineups for that night’s games. here you’ll read our best advice for the night, including a selection of players you can stream as well as game-by-game injury reports.
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What you need to know for Tuesday’s games
The 2025 Emirates NBA Cup quarterfinals tip off Tuesday after group play concluded on Nov. 28. Four matchups will determine who punches a ticket to the semifinals in Las Vegas on Saturday.
The Eastern Conference teams play tonight, with the Miami Heat visiting Orlando to take on the Magic and the New York Knicks traveling to Canada to face the Toronto Raptors.
The Knicks dominated the Raptors in their earlier meeting and have been nearly unbeatable at home, though they’ve struggled on the road, and this time they’ll face Toronto away from Madison Square Garden.Toronto enters the matchup as the East’s fourth seed but has dropped three straight and is just 1-3 on its current homestand.
In their previous meeting, Jalen Brunson had just 18 points on 6-of-19 shooting, a rare off night considering he’s shooting 47.1% from the field this season. Brunson has averaged 29.8 PPG on the road compared to 26.9 PPG at home.
Let’s break down the action and find some fantasy streamers and betting angles to make the most of tonight’s slate.
Tuesday’s fantasy stream team
Anthony Black, PG/SG, orlando Magic (rostered in 27.0% of ESPN leagues)
Black has an crucial role in the Magic backcourt, and even though he isn’t starting, he remains an excellent streamer who contributes points, rebounds and assists. He has scored at least 26 fantasy points in three of his last four games and could see more minutes with Franz Wagner out.
Jordan Clarkson, SG/SF, New York Knicks (5.1%)
The Knicks have several role players sidelined which positions Clarkson see increased minutes and ball-handling opportunities. The Raptors have struggled against perimeter scorers. Clarkson’s scoring efficiency and ability to generate offense off the bench make him a strong streamer. In the last three games in which he’s played at least 30 minutes,Clarkson has averaged 32.0 fantasy points per game.
Moody’s bets for Tuesday
Jakob Poeltl UNDER 9.5 points (-108)
This isn’t a good matchup for Poeltl. He doesn’t shoot 3s, and a high percentage of his points come in the paint, an area where the Knicks are one of the best teams in the league at limiting production. Poeltl has gone under this line in three of his last five games and in two of his last three against the Knicks. He has also struggled in games without RJ Barrett, going under this line in four of the six games Barrett has missed this season.
Anthony Black OVER 23.5 points, rebounds and assists (-120)
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New York Knicks vs. Toronto Raptors: Game Preview, Odds, and Injury Report (December 10, 2024)
The New York Knicks travel to Toronto to face the Raptors on Tuesday night, with tip-off scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET on Prime Video. The Knicks are favored by 5.5 points,according to current betting lines. This game features two teams looking to solidify their positions in the Eastern Conference playoff picture. Here’s a comprehensive preview, including odds, injury reports, and analysis as of December 10, 2024.
Game Details
* Teams: New York Knicks at Toronto Raptors
* Date: December 10, 2024
* Time: 8:30 p.m. ET
* Location: Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, Ontario
* Broadcast: Prime Video
Betting Odds (as of December 10, 2024)
* Point spread: Knicks -5.5 (-102) | Raptors +5.5 (-118) /gameId/401554334″>Source: ESPN
* Total: 226.5 (-105 Over, -115 Under) Source: ESPN
BPI Projection
ESPN’s Basketball Power Index (BPI) projects the Knicks to win by 3.3 points, giving them a 60% chance of winning the game. The projected total points are 230.5. Source: ESPN BPI
Injury Report (as of December 10, 2024)
New york Knicks:
* Karl-Anthony Towns: Questionable (Calf) – Towns’ status is uncertain, and his availability will likely be a game-time decision. Source: NBA Injury Report
* Miles McBride: Out (Ankle) – McBride will miss tonight’s game due to an ankle injury. Source: NBA Injury Report
* Pacome Dadiet: Out (Ankle) – Dadiet remains sidelined with an ankle injury. Source: NBA Injury Report
* Landry Shamet: Out (Shoulder) – Shamet is unavailable due to a shoulder injury. Source: NBA Injury Report
Toronto Raptors:
* Jamal Shead: Questionable (Quadriceps) – Shead is a game-time decision with a quadriceps injury. Source: NBA Injury Report
* Jamison Battle: Questionable (Ankle) – Battle’s availability is uncertain due to an ankle injury. Source: NBA Injury Report
* RJ Barrett: Out (Knee) – Barrett will not play tonight due to a knee injury. Source: NBA Injury Report
Team Outlook & Key Storylines
The Knicks (19-12) are currently fourth in the Eastern Conference and are looking to continue their strong start to the season. Jalen Brunson has been leading the charge for New York, averaging 27.4 points and 6.7 assists per game. The potential absence of Karl-Anthony Towns could significantly impact the knicks’ offensive rebounding and interior scoring.
The Raptors (12-18) are struggling to find consistency this season, currently 11th in the Eastern Conference. Scottie Barnes is the focal point of the Raptors’ offense,averaging 20.1 points,8.1 rebounds,and 5.6 assists.The Raptors need a strong performance from Barnes and their supporting cast to upset the favored Knicks. The injury to RJ Barrett is a notable blow to their scoring options.
Key Takeaways
* The Knicks are favored by 5.5 points and are projected to win by ESPN’s BPI.
* Karl-Anthony Towns (Knicks) and Jamal Shead & Jamison battle (Raptors) are game-time decisions.
* RJ Barrett (Raptors) and Miles McBride (Knicks) are confirmed to be out.
* Jalen Brunson is the key offensive player