New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers Preview
At 7:00 ET, the New York Knicks (-294) will host the Philadelphia 76ers (+236) in a division matchup. The Knicks are favored by 7.5 points (-7.5) and the total over/under line is 211.5.
ESPN will televise this game, which will be played at Madison Square Garden in New York. The 76ers, who have lost three straight, are currently 7th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 35-28. The Knicks are 4th in the East at 37-26.
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New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers Head-to-Head and Key Stats
Last season, the 76ers and Knicks did not face off head-to-head. When looking back over the last three times these two teams have played, the Knicks have the leg up at 2-1. The Knicks also had the edge vs. the spread in these games, at 2-1. These games averaged a combined total of 217 points per game leading to an over/under record of 1-2.
- Across their last five road contests, Philadelphia has been good against the spread posting a mark of 3-2. Their overall mark in these games was 3-2, while averaging 113 points per game.
- Although New York has a straight up record of 7-3 in their last ten home games, they have not held up as well vs the spread going 7-3. The team averaged 112 points per game in these games.
- The last three games that Philadelphia was the underdog, they have an ATS mark of 1-1-1 while going 1-2 straight up.
- Against the spread, the Knicks have put together of 1-4 in their last five games as the betting favorite. In these same games, they went 3-2 straight up.
New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers Prediction
Today, the 76ers are looking to snap a three-game losing streak as they face the Knicks. In their most recent game, the 76ers lost to the Pelicans by a score of 103-95. The O/U line for that game was 222 points.
Despite the loss, the 76ers were able to push the spread as 8-point underdogs. This season, they are 34-28 ATS and have gone 17-12 ATS on the road.
As underdogs this season, the 76ers are 6-15 straight-up and 9-11 against the spread. They have been the underdog in 21 of their 63 games this season.
In terms of their O/U record for the season, the 76ers are 34-29 with an average over/under line of 230.2 points. Today’s line of 211.5 is the lowest of the season for them.
Overall, the 76ers are 35-28 this season and are currently 7th in the Eastern Conference. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 23-18 compared to 12-10 against the West.
So far this season, the 76ers have been one of the best teams at getting to the free-throw line. They lead the NBA in both free throws made and attempted per game. When it comes to scoring, the 76ers are 13th in the league at 116.5 points per game. In terms of pace, they are 20th in the NBA.
When it comes to shooting, the 76ers are 20th in field goal percentage at 46%. Inside the arc, they are 23rd in two-point shooting percentage. From beyond the arc, the 76ers are 22nd in three-point shooting percentage.
So far, the 76ers have scored below the NBA scoring average in 47.6% of their games. In terms of assists, they are 23rd in the league at 24.9 per game. In terms of offensive rebounds, they are 9th in the NBA.
So far, the 76ers’ defense is ranked 14th in the league at 113.6 points per contest. So far this season, the 76ers’ defense has struggled with fouls, averaging 4th in fouls per contest. On average, opponents are getting to the line 24.6 times per game vs. Philadelphia.
Today, the Knicks are favored by 7.5 points at home against the 76ers. As the favorite, the Knicks have a scoring margin of +9.5 points per game this season.
In their most recent game, the Knicks defeated the Magic by a score of 98-74. The O/U line for that game was 207.5 points, and New York covered the spread (-2.5).
This season, the Knicks have an O/U record of 23-39-1, and their games have averaged 222.2 points per game. Today’s O/U line is set at 211.5 points.
Looking at the Eastern Conference standings, the Knicks are currently in 4th place with a record of 37-26. In games against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 26-14 compared to 11-12 against the West.
New York’s ATS record for the season is 34-29, and they have covered the spread in their last two road games. At home, the Knicks are 17-16 ATS, while going 17-13 on the road.
At home, the Knicks are averaging 111.8 points per game, which is 24th in the NBA. Overall, they are 21st in scoring at 113 points per game. In terms of pace, New York is last in the league at 95.2 possessions per game.
When it comes to three-point shooting, the Knicks are 15th in the NBA at 36% from beyond the arc. They are averaging 13.2 made threes per game, which is 13th in the league. From two-point range, New York is 24th in shooting percentage at 52%.
Despite their poor pace, the Knicks are 2nd in offensive rebounds at 12.9 per game. In terms of assists, New York is 29th in the NBA with 23.9 per game.
Not only do the Knicks’ overall defensive numbers look good, as they are 2nd in the league in points allowed. New York has also been playing well on defense of late, ranking 3rd in the league over their last three games at 96 PPG allowed. The New York defense has allowed opponents to shoot 36.8% from beyond the arc this season. Opposing teams are also hitting 47.3% of their field goal attempts vs. New York.
Coming in as 7.5 point favorites, our projections have the Knicks picking up a 110-109 win.
New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Tips
- Take the Knicks on the moneyline
- On the spread, we like 76ers (+7.5)
- Projecting a combined 219 points, we like the over
New York Knicks Injury Report
- Julius Randle – Shoulder – Out
- OG Anunoby – Elbow – Out
- Mitchell Robinson – Ankle – Out
Philadelphia 76ers Injury Report
- Joel Embiid – Knee – Out
- Robert Covington – Knee – Out
- De’Anthony Melton – Back – Out
- Tyrese Maxey – Concussion – Out
