NY Knicks (22-10) vs. Washington Wizards (5-24)
December 30, 2024 7:00 pm EDT
The Line: Washington Wizards +11.5; Over/Under: +228.5
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The NY Knicks and Washington Wizards meet Monday in NBA action at the Capital One Arena. Here’s a Washington Wizards vs NY Knicks Prediction. This article will include a Washington Wizards vs NY Knicks Pick.
NY Knicks Betting Preview
The NY Knicks beat the Wizards and Magic, and they play the Jazz, Thunder, and Bulls next. The NY Knicks are averaging 117.6 points on 49.9 percent shooting and allowing 110 points on 46.3 percent shooting. Jalen Brunson is averaging 25.5 points and 3 rebounds, while Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 24.5 points and 3.4 assists. Mikal Bridges is the third double-digit scorer and OG Anunoby is grabbing 5 rebounds. The NY Knicks are shooting 38.9 percent from beyond the arc and 80.5 percent from the free throw line. The NY Knicks are allowing 36.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 42.8 rebounds per game.
Washington Wizards Betting Preview
The Washington Wizards lost to the Knicks, beat the Hornets, and they play the Bulls, Pelicans, and Rockets next. The Washington Wizards are averaging 108.5 points on 44.2 percent shooting and allowing 122.3 points on 47.4 percent shooting. Jordan Poole is averaging 21.3 points and 2.7 rebounds, while Kyle Kuzma is averaging 15.8 points and 1.9 assists. Malcolm Brogdon is the third double-digit scorer, and Bilal Coulibaly is grabbing 5.7 rebounds. The Washington Wizards are shooting 32.9 percent from beyond the arc and 77.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Washington Wizards are allowing 35.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44 rebounds per game.
Why the New York Knicks will win
- The Wizards have lost each of their last 18 games against Atlantic Division opponents that held a winning record.
- The Knicks have won each of their last nine games against the Wizards following a win.
- The Wizards have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games after coming off overtime.
- The Knicks have covered the spread in five of their last six night games.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Wizards’ last four home games after coming off overtime has gone UNDER the total points line.
- Five of the Knicks’ last six games at Capital One Arena following a road win have gone UNDER the total points line.
Washington Wizards Player Facts
- Alex Sarr ranks 6th amongst qualified players for Blocks Per Game (1.8) this season.
- Bilal Coulibaly ranks 9th in the Eastern Conference amongst qualified players for steals per game (1.5) this season.
New York Knicks Player Facts
- Karl-Anthony Towns ranks 1st amongst qualified players for rebounds per game (13.5) this season.
- Josh Hart ranks 1st amongst qualified Guards for rebounds per game (8.4) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Wizards rank 30th in the league for opponent points per game this season (122.3).
- The Wizards rank 30th in the league for point differential per game this season (-13.8).
- The Knicks rank 1st in the league for opponent steals per game this season (6.8).
- The Knicks rank T1st in the league for Q2 win percentage this season (65.6%).
Washington Wizards vs NY Knicks Prediction
The NY Knicks are playing their best ball of the season and could easily cruise in this spot. However, the Knicks and Wizards just played a couple of days ago and the game went into overtime. Usually, games are tighter in the second effort in a short span as there are no surprises and some comfort there. You can also argue the Wizards should’ve won that game, as they had a five-point lead with a minute left. The Wizards are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games as a double-digit underdog. Give me the points.
