Knicks vs. Nets prediction, odds, pick, spread

The Knicks are playing well, while the Nets are struggling to get into this matchup in a battle between New York teams. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with Knicks-Nets prediction and pick.

The Knicks are 28-16 and have been one of the better teams in the NBA this year. Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns are the keys to the team. The Knicks have the talent to compete in the East against the Celtics and Cavaliers this season. They can make a big statement in this matchup and get a big win in a battle between two New York teams.

The Nets have struggled this year. They are 14-29 and have lost eight of their last nine games. Cam Thomas is the Nets’ best player, followed closely by Cameron Johnson. Both are big keys for them, and they need to step up in this game for the Nets to have any chance against the Knicks.

Here’s the Knicks-Nets NBA oddscourtesy of FanDuel.

NBA odds: Knicks-Nets odds

New York Knicks: -11.5 (-110)

Money line: -650

Brooklyn Nets: +11.5 (-110)

Moneiline: +460

Over: 219.5 (-110)

Under: 219.5 (-110)

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Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30 PM PT

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Why the Knicks might cover the spread/win

The Knicks offense has improved dramatically year after year. They are seventh in scoring with 117 points per game, third in field goal percentage with 49.5%, and fifth in three-point shooting with 37.7%. Five Knicks players are averaging double figures in points. Jalen Brunson is the overall offensive leader, leading with 26 points per game. He also leads the team in assists with 7.4 per game.

Karl-Anthony Towns was an incredible pickup for the Knicks. With 25.4 points per game, he is second only to Brunson in scoring. The Knicks should score easily against a Nets defense that has struggled this season.

The Nets have struggled offensively this year. They are 29th in scoring at 106.6 points per game, 26th in field goal percentage at 44.5% and 17th in three-point field goal percentage at 36%. Six different Nets players are averaging double figures, with Cam Thomas leading the way with 24.7 points per game.

Cam Johnson leads the team now that Thomas is injured, averaging 19.5 points per game. Ben Simmons is also the leader in assists, with 7.1 per game. This offense takes a huge hit without Thomas, but the Knicks defense hasn’t been impressive all season. They should find some offense, but it might be difficult overall.

The Nets defense has struggled this year. They are 19th in defense with 114 points per game, 30th in field goal defense at 48.9% and 30th in three point defense at 38%. Nick Claxton has been a big bright spot for the Nets’ heavy frontcourt. He leads the team in rebounding, with 7.4 points per game, and in blocks, with 1.2 per game.

Ziaire Williams leads the team in steals, with one per game. This defense has been hit hard by injuries, but has fought as a unit all season. This is a bad matchup against a Knicks offense that is firing on all cylinders.

Why the Nets might cover the spread/win

The Knicks defense has been solid at best this season. They are ninth in points allowed, at 111 points per game, 19th in field goal percentage, at 47% from the field, and 29th in three-point field goal percentage, at 37.9% from behind the arc. Towns has been a beast for this frontcourt and is playing extremely well. He leads the team in rebounding, with 13.9 per game, while OG Anunoby is the leader in blocks per game, with 0.9 per game.

The Knicks also have a stout defense and four players who average at least one steal Josh Hart leading the team with 1.5 per game. Although this defense has taken a step back, they have a good matchup against a poor injury-riddled Nets offense.

Knicks-Nets final prediction and pick

The Knicks are the better team and should easily beat the Nets in the battle for New York. The Nets are riddled with injuries and missing their best player, Cam Thomas, while the Knicks are fairly healthy. The Knicks have playmakers and should score easily against a bad Nets team. Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns are the two best players in this game. They should score easily and do whatever they want throughout the game. Knicks win and cover Nets in Brooklyn.

Knicks-Nets final prediction and pick: New York Knicks -11.5 (-110)