The Knicks defeated the Toronto Raptors 116-94 on Sunday, extending their win streak to four straight. Josh Hart had 20 points, 12 rebounds, and 7 assists in the win. Karl-Anthony Towns finished with 22 points and 8 rebounds, and Jalen Brunson added 18 points, 7 assists, and 6 rebounds.

Jaylen Brown (low back spasms) and Neemias Queta (left ankle sprain) are both available to play after previously being listed as questionable.

Ahead of a matchup with the Washington Wizards, the Boston Celtics have given a poor injury update for Jaylen Brown.

The veteran forward led the Celtics to a fantastic 123-117 win over the New York Knicks on Tuesday. The one-time Finals MVP dazzled with a spectacular performance, putting Boston on his back and leaving Madison Square Garden with a thrilling victory.

Celtics star Jayson Tatum told NBA vets Marcus and Markieff Morris that he's feeling a lot stronger since his Achilles injury.

The Los Angeles Lakers (16-5) take on the Boston Celtics (13-9) Friday at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. Tip-off is at 7 p.m. ET (Prime Video). Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's NBA odds around the Lakers vs. Celtics odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

The Celtics, at 61-21, won the Atlantic Division last season and reached the Eastern Conference semifinals, where they lost to the New York Knicks, four games to two. Seven-footer Neemias Queta likely will be Boston's starting center this season, while newcomers Luka Garza and Amari Williams provide depth at that position.

Trade speculation is growing around Ivica Zubac, and the Celtics are now viewed as a leading contender to land the Clippers’ standout center.

The Boston Celtics saw a season-high performance from Derrick White as they picked up their third consecutive win by blowing out the Wizards.