The NY Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers meet Wednesday in NBA action at the Wells Fargo Center. Here’s a 76ers vs Knicks Prediction. This article will include a 76ers vs Knicks Pick.
NY Knicks Betting Preview
The NY Knicks lost to the Pistons, beat the Bucks, and they play the Timberwolves, Hawks, and Nets next. The NY Knicks are averaging 117.2 points on 49.6 percent shooting and allowing 110.8 points on 46.8 percent shooting. Jalen Brunson is averaging 25.7 points and 3 rebounds, while Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 25.4 points and 3.3 assists. Mikal Bridges is the third double-digit scorer and OG Anunoby is grabbing 4.7 rebounds. The NY Knicks are shooting 37.5 percent from beyond the arc and 80.7 percent from the free throw line. The NY Knicks are allowing 37.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.3 rebounds per game.
Philadelphia 76ers Betting Preview
The Philadelphia 76ers lost to the Thunder and Magic, and they play the Pacers, Bucks, and Nuggets next. The Philadelphia 76ers are averaging 107.4 points on 44.8 percent shooting and allowing 110.7 points on 48 percent shooting. Tyrese Maxey is averaging 25.8 points and 5.8 assists, while Joel Embiid is averaging 24.4 points and 7.9 rebounds. Paul George is the third double-digit scorer and Kelly Oubre Jr. is grabbing 5.8 rebounds. The Philadelphia 76ers are shooting 34.3 percent from beyond the arc and 78.5 percent from the free-throw line. The Philadelphia 76ers are allowing 36.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 39.7 rebounds per game.
Why the Philadelphia 76ers will win
- The underdogs have won three of the last four games between the Knicks and 76ers.
- The Knicks have lost each of their last six Wednesday games at Wells Fargo Center.
- The 76ers have covered the spread in seven of their last eight home games on the second leg of a back-to-back against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Knicks have failed to cover the spread in six of their last seven road games when playing with a rest advantage.
Why the New York Knicks will win
- The Knicks have won each of their last 13 games against Atlantic Division opponents that held a losing record.
- The 76ers have lost each of their last 14 games as underdogs when playing with a rest disadvantage.
- The 76ers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games at Wells Fargo Center.
- The Knicks have covered the spread in each of their last six games against the 76ers following a loss.
Philadelphia 76ers Player Facts
- Kelly Oubre Jr. ranks 7th in the Eastern Conference amongst qualified players for steals per game (1.5) this season.
- Guerschon Yabusele ranks T48th amongst qualified players for 3P% (40.0%) this season.
New York Knicks Player Facts
- Josh Hart ranks 1st amongst qualified Guards for rebounds per game (9.4) this season.
- OG Anunoby rank T9th in the league for total steals + blocks (93) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The 76ers rank 30th in the league for assists per game this season (21.8).
- The 76ers rank 30th in the league for rebounds per game this season (39.6).
- The Knicks rank 2nd in the league for opponent rebounds per game this season (40.8).
- The Knicks rank 2nd in the league for opponent steals per game this season (6.9).
76ers vs Knicks Injury Report
The 76ers will be without KJ Martin, Joel Embiid, Kyle Lowry, Andrew Drummond, and Jared McCain. Caleb Martin is questionable with a groin injury.
The Knicks won’t have Kevin McCullar Jr. or Michael Robinson. Karl-Anthony Towns (thumb) and Jericho Sims are questionable, while Jalen Brunson is probable despite a shoulder injury.
76ers vs Knicks Prediction
The Philadelphia 76ers are one of the most injured teams in the league, and it’s hard to get behind them with confidence. To make matters worse, the 76ers are on the end of a back-to-back. Those are the worst spots to be as an undermanned team. Guys are already logging heavier minutes due to a limited roster, and now you’re asking them to play again with no rest. The Knicks have injury question marks of their own, but it’s not as bad as the 76ers, and they’ve had a day of rest. The 76ers are just in a tougher spot, and they’re now 14-24 ATS on the season. Only the Suns are worse at covering numbers than the 76ers. I’ll lay the points with the Knicks on the road.