Knicks vs Raptors: Video Highlights, Twitter Reaction and Grades

Linsanity is not going to stop anytime soon. The dynamic point guard drilled a game-winning three to ensure that.

This win did not come easy, as Lin had to lead a thrilling comeback before the Knicks toppled the Toronto Raptors, 90-87. 

At one point, New York trailed by as many as 17 points.

The Knicks entered this game 13-15 having won five straight. Meanwhile, the Raptors limped in at 9-20 and losers of six of their last eight. 

This game was of particular interest, as it was Amare Stoudemire's first time out on the floor in four games. Prior to tonight, he had played in just one game with the new "Linsane" Kicks. 

Video Highlights

Check out the game-"Linning" shot. 

Also, check out his handy work in traffic. 

Twitter Reaction

Twitter is about to go on Lin overload, as if it wasn't already. SI's Phil Taylor hints at the ominous possibilities of Lin's clutch shot for the website. 

A quick scan of Twitter will lead you to plenty of tweets, like this one from Fox Sports' Jason Whitlock.

Linsanity is not just sweeping fans either. This is taking hold of his peers in the NBA. Check out this tweet by Dave McMenamin of ESPN. 

It is safe to say that fans were underwhelmed by the return of Amare. In fact, this fan thinks they are better when he is not on the floor. 

Amare was not the biggest target of scorn for Knicks fans, though. The general feeling is that they were getting robbed by the refs. 

Grades

Knicks

Jeremy Lin: A

Lin was just 9-of-20 from the floor and had eight turnovers. But he was on when it mattered and ended up with a game-high 27 points and 11 assists. 

Amare Stoudemire: C

You can't be too hard on Stoudemire since he has been away for four games, but his ineffectiveness on defense is disturbing, and he was just 8-of-22 from the field. He finished with 21 points and nine boards. 

Bench: D

The Knicks bench continues to struggle. They pitched in just 11 points tonight. 

Raptors

Jose Calderon: A-

Calderon had his way with Lin most of the night, but was outplayed when it mattered. He ended with 25 points and nine assists. 

DeMar DeRozan: C

DeRozan was off tonight and finished just 5-of-12 with 14 points. He also had six turnovers. 

Bench: A

Toronto's bench was fantastic in this game. They were led by Leandro Barbosa's 13 and Linas Kleiza's 15.