The showdown of New York has the Brooklyn Nets (17-25) hosting the New York Knicks (26-17) on Tuesday. The Nets narrowly lead the all-time series 107-104. Despite that, New York has won three straight games over Brooklyn, and on Dec. 20, the Knicks outlasted the Nets 121-102. The Knicks average 115.2 points per game, while the Nets put up 114.2 points per game. Isaiah Hartenstein (Achilles) is questionable for the Knicks.
Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. The Knicks are a 3.5-point favorite in the latest Knicks vs. Nets odds, per SportsLine consensus, while the over/under for total points scored is 223. Before making any Nets vs. Knicks picks, you’ll want to see the NBA predictions and betting advice from the proven computer model at SportsLine.
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Now, the model has set its sights on Knicks vs. Nets and just locked in its picks and NBA predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see the model’s picks. Here are several NBA odds and betting lines for Nets vs. Knicks:
Knicks vs. Nets spread: New York -3.5
Knicks vs. Nets over/under: 223 points
Knicks vs. Nets money line: New York -169, Brooklyn +141
NYK: The Knicks are 16-9 ATS as the favorite this season
BKN: The Nets are 12-6-2 ATS at home this season
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Why the Knicks can cover
Forward OG Anunoby has made a great impact on the Knicks. Since joining the team on Jan. 1, the Knicks have gone 9-2. Anunoby plays superb defense due to his length and size, constantly making things tough for ball handlers. The Indiana product averages 15.1 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks per game. In his last contest, Anunoby logged 14 points, seven boards, and three blocks.
Guard Donte DiVincenzo plays with high energy, gets to the rim with no hesitation and thrives in transition due to his speed in open space. The Villanova product averages 11.3 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game. He’s supplied at least 15 points in three of his last four games. In Saturday’s win over the Raptors, DiVincenzo finished with 17 points and three boards. See which team to pick here.
Why the Nets can cover
Forward Mikal Bridges is an athletic playmaker in the frontcourt. Bridges can create his own shot with ease and use his length to be an active defender. The 27-year-old leads the team in points (21.4) to go along with 5.2 rebounds and 3.7 assists per game. He dropped 26 points, six rebounds, and five assists in the loss to the Clippers.
Guard Cam Thomas is an aggressive scoring threat for the Nets. Thomas can hit jumpers on the outside with ease and scores from all three levels. The 22-year-old logs 20.6 points, 2.4 assists, and shoots 35% from downtown. He’s dropped 20-plus points in four of his last five games. On Jan. 19 versus the Lakers, Thomas totaled 33 points and four assists. See which team to pick here.