Nets vs. Knicks Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on January 21st, 2025

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Don't miss the electrifying NBA game between the Nets and the Knicks scheduled for January 21st, 2025, in Brooklyn, NY at Barclays Center. Enhance your betting strategy with our handpicked picks and predictions.

Introduction to the Nets vs. Knicks betting tip and prediction

Don't miss the Eastern Conference clash taking place on January 21st, 2025, starting at 18:30. The Nets enters as 11 point underdogs in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Nets were -3 point favorites and won the game against Knicks, 111-107. The over/under for the upcoming game is 219.5 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 211 points, and the over was victorious.

The 2024-2025 basketball season emphasizes the crucial role of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's explore how different teams are performing from long distance. The Nets are currently making 36% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their accuracy in long-range shooting. On the other hand, the Knicks are converting 37.7% of their shots from beyond the 3-point line, underscoring their proficiency in this aspect. The Nets are attempting 46% of their shots from behind the arc, while the Knicks are opting for 40% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Brooklyn Nets

How are the Nets playing this season?

The Nets comes into this game with a 14-29 record, and they are currently 12th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Nets are 2-8 in their last 10 games.

Did the Nets win their most recent game?

No, Nets fell to the Thunder, 127-101. Cameron Thomas scored 41 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Nets

The leading scorer for the Nets this season is Cameron Thomas, who is averaging 24.7 points per game.

Other Team Leaders for the Nets

Coming into the January 21st, 2025 contest, Nicolas Claxton leads the Nets with 7.4 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 18.75 points in DraftKings and 19 fantasy points in FanDuel. D'Angelo Russell has a team-high 8 assists per game. He scored 25 DraftKings points and 24.3 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Nets is D'Angelo Russell (1.7 steals per game). He has 25 DraftKings fantasy points and 24.3 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Nicolas Claxton is leading the way for the Nets with 1.2 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 18.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 19 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Nets Team Analysis

The Nets' point differential this season is -7.4 points per game, which ranks 27th in the NBA. They are averaging 106.6 points per game while allowing 114 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Nets are making 14.1 shots per game, which ranks 9th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Nets are making 16.7 per game, which ranks 17th in the NBA.

Projected Nets Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Knicks, the Nets' starting lineup consisted of Nicolas Claxton, Noah Clowney, Jalen Wilson, Mikal Bridges and Cameron Thomas.

New York Knicks

How are the Knicks playing this season?

The Knicks head this game with a 28-16 record, and they are currently 3rd in the Eastern Conference standings. The Knicks are 4-6 in their last 10 games.

Did the Knicks win their most recent game?

Yes, Knicks defeated the Hawks, 119-110. Jalen Brunson scored 30 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Knicks

The leading scorer for the Knicks this season is Jalen Brunson, who is averaging 26.2 points per game. Jalen Brunson also leads the team in minutes played per game with 38.68. In the last game, scored 46.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 44.2 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Knicks

Karl-Anthony Towns is leading the way with 13.8 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 36.75 points in DraftKings and 36.3 in FanDuel. Jalen Brunson is dishing out a team-high 7.4 assists per game. He has 46.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 44.2 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Knicks' leader is Josh Hart with 1.5 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 35.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 36.3 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Knicks is OG Anunoby, who is sending back 0.9 shots per game. He scored 21.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 20.8 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Knicks Team Analysis

The Knicks' point differential this season is 6 points per game, which ranks 6th in the NBA. They are averaging 117 points per game while allowing 111 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Knicks are making 13.2 shots per game, which ranks 16th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Knicks are making 17.1 per game, which ranks 13th in the NBA.

Projected Knicks' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Nets, the Knicks' starting five were Mitchell Robinson, OG Anunoby, Josh Hart, Donte DiVincenzo and Jalen Brunson. For the upcoming matchup, Knicks has the following injuries: Mitchell Robinson is out (ankle) and Karl-Anthony Towns is questionable (thumb).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Nets coming into this game as 11 point underdogs the suggestion is to bet at the Knicks.

Money Line betting suggestion

Nets are a 11 money line underdog for the game against the Knicks, and the suggestion is to pick the Knicks.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Nets and Knicks is 219.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Nets and Knicks have combined for just 5 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.