Expert prediction
New York Knicks vs. OKC Thunder Preview, Odds, Prediction (Jan 3)
Pick rationale
Analysis & key factors
- Knicks vs. Thunder NBA matchup should be interesting to bet on.
- Knicks have nine wins in a row, and the Thuner 12 consecutive victories.
- OKC Thunder has the best defense in the NBA – 103.3 points allowed per game.
The Knicks have high hopes this year, as well as the No.1 seed in the West, the OKC Thunder. This will be a very good test for the boys from the Big Apple, who should have Jalen Brunson back in the lineup following his calf stiffness.
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How To Watch
- When: Friday, January 3, 8 pm ET
- Where: Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- How To Watch: NBA TV
NBA Regular Season Odds
| Team | Odds | Spread | Totals |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York Knicks | TBA | TBA | TBA |
| OKC Thunder | TBA | TBA | TBA |
Game Preview
The Knicks rested Jalen Brunson against the Utah Jazz due to his calf stiffness. But even so, the NYK didn’t have any problems, beating the rivals from Salt Lake 119-103. Karl-Anthony Towns had 31 points and 21 boards, while Josh Hart posted his second consecutive triple-double, 15 points, 14 boards, and 12 assists.
The New York Knicks’ defense is the eighth-best in the league, with 109.8 points allowed per game. They are also the third-best in free-throw shooting percentage, 80.6%.
When it comes to defense, we already stated that the Thunder has the best in the league, allowing 103.3 points per game. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the crew have the highest free-throw percentage in the NBA, an incredible 81.4%.
Gilgeous-Alexander was masterful against the Minnesota Timberwolves, delivering 40 points in a 113-105 victory. Along with Jokic and a few other players, Shai is the biggest contender for the NBA MVP award.
Knicks vs. Thunder Head-to-Head
This is the first meeting of the season between the two units.
Knicks vs. Thunder Prediction
Thunder is 14-2 at home, and that’s the biggest reason why we pick them to triumph in this event. Also, even if Brunson plays, he probably won’t be 100%, and to beat SGA and the Thunder, both he and KAT have to be fantastic.
- Free NBA pick: Thunder wins
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