Final Injury Report for Knicks-Raptors: Will Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart Play?

Both the Milwaukee Bucks and Memphis Grizzlies may be without multiple key players in Wednesday night's matchup.

The Knicks have a Jalen Brunson problem that a Karl-Anthony Towns trade won't necessarily solve

But even if Towns were to be dealt, the Knicks would still have a Brunson problem on defense. Yes, we're all aware of Brunson's unimpeachable offensive value. He's about as good as it gets. But in today's NBA, the net value of even the most elite offensive points guards is being called into major question if the tradeoff is defensive ineptitude.

Is Jalen Brunson playing tonight vs the Toronto Raptors? Latest update on the New York Knicks star's injury report (January 28, 2026)

Jalen Brunson will play tonight against the Toronto Raptors. He starts at point guard for the New York Knicks. Brunson is healthy and available. Other Knicks players have injuries. Brunson's presence is crucial for the team.

Brunson, Knicks use a big fourth quarter to beat the Kings 103-87 for their 3rd straight win

Jalen Brunson scored 28 points and the New York Knicks dominated the fourth quarter to beat the Sacramento Kings 103-87 for their third straight victory