Denver Nuggets vs New York Knicks Odds, AI Picks and Betting Analysis
Today, the Nuggets are favored for the 4th straight game. So far this season, they have been favored in 40 of their 45 games. As the favorite, they have gone 29-11 and have a scoring differential of +5.8 points per game.
In their last three games, the Nuggets have won straight-up and are 19-24 against the spread this season. On the road, their ATS record is 8-15.
In their most recent game, the Nuggets defeated the Pacers by a score of 114-109. The O/U line for that game was 237.5, resulting in a push. This season, Denver has a record of 17-27-1 on the O/U.
In the Western Conference standings, the Nuggets are currently in 3rd place with a record of 31-14. On the road, they have a scoring differential of +0.6 points per game and are 14-10 for the season.
On average, the Nuggets’ games have seen a combined scoring total of 226.8 points per game. Today’s O/U line is set at 223, and Denver’s games have averaged an over/under line of 227.9.
Knicks’ Winning Streak
The Knicks have won four straight games, and they will look to keep it going as they host the Nuggets. In the Eastern Conference, the Knicks are in 5th place with a record of 27-17.
New York’s ATS record for the season is 26-18, and they have covered the spread in two straight games. As the underdog, the Knicks are 9-9 vs. the spread, and they are 7-11 straight-up.
This year, the Knicks have been the underdog in 18 of their 44 games. As the underdog, their ATS record is 9-9, and they have gone 12-14 vs. the O/U.
In their last game, the Knicks defeated the Nets by a score of 108-103. The O/U line for that game was also 223, and the Knicks covered the spread as 4-point favorites.
New York’s O/U record for the season is 18-25-1, and the under has hit in their last six games. On average, the Knicks’ games have finished with 225.4 points.
Game Information
| Denver Nuggets vs New York Knicks |
| Location of the Game: Madison Square Garden, New York |
| Date and Time: Thursday, January 25th 7:30 ET |
| How to watch: watchlivesports.co |
AI Predictions and SportsBettingAI Picks
| TEAM | AI PICKS | Sport Betting AI PICKS | |||
| Nuggets | 118 | 230 | Spread DEN -2.5 |
ML DEN -137 |
OVER 223 |
| Knicks | 112 | ||||
AI Picks: Denver Nuggets 118 – New York Knicks 112
SBAI Picks: ATS Nuggets -2.5 | ML Nuggets -137 | OVER 223
Nuggets vs Knicks Odds
Next, we have the NBA odds for this Matchup.
Denver Nuggets Game Analysis
This season, the Nuggets are one of the top teams in the league in terms of field goal percentage, as they are shooting 49% from the field (3rd). However, they are one of the worst teams in terms of free throw attempts, averaging just 20.8 per game (26th).
When it comes to scoring, the Nuggets are averaging 115.9 points per game (14th). Interestingly, they have been a better offensive team on the road (111.8 PPG) compared to at home (120.6 PPG).
So far this season, the Nuggets have outscored the NBA scoring average in 51.1% of their games. In terms of pace, they are the slowest team in the league at 96.4 possessions per game (30th).
When it comes to defense, the Denver Nuggets have been one of the best units in the league this season. They are currently 6th in the NBA in points allowed per game at 110.9. On the road, they have been even better, ranking 3rd in the league at 111.1 points per game.
Overall, opponents have scored less than their season average in 71.1% of games against the Nuggets. When it comes to three-point shooting, Denver has done an excellent job of limiting their opponents, as they are 3rd in the NBA in three-pointers made allowed per game at 11.3.
Over their last five games, the Nuggets have been even better on the defensive end, ranking 9th in points allowed at 109.6. During this stretch, they have been especially good at defending the three-point line, allowing just 32.2% shooting from beyond the arc.
New York Knicks Game Analysis
Heading into the game, the Knicks are 16th in scoring at 115 points per game. However, their scoring average is higher on the road (115.9) compared to at home (113.8).
New York is 21st in field goal percentage at 46% and 23rd in two-point shooting at 52%. So far, they have made 13.2 three-pointers per game, which is 12th in the NBA.
When it comes to pace, the Knicks are 27th at 96.8 possessions per game. In terms of free throws, they are 11th in makes (18.9) and 9th in attempts (24.1).
When it comes to defense, the Knicks have been one of the best units in the league this season. They are currently ranked 3rd in points allowed per game, giving up just 110.4 points per contest. They have been especially tough at home, where they are giving up just 105.4 points per game, which is the 2nd best mark in the NBA.
Over their last five games, the Knicks have been even better on the defensive end, giving up just 100.8 points per game. During that stretch, they have been able to hold opposing NBA teams to just 43.5% shooting from the field and 30.9% shooting from beyond the arc.
When it comes to rebounding, New York is also near the top of the league, ranking 3rd in rebounds per game. However, they have struggled in the blocked shots department, ranking just 28th in the NBA standings.
Injury Report
For this NBA schedule, here is the NBA Injury Report for both teams:
- Reggie Jackson – Toe – Probable
- Vlatko Cancar – Knee – Out
- Julian Strawther – Knee – Out
- Isaiah Hartenstein – Ankle – Questionable
- Mitchell Robinson – Ankle – Out
Denver Nuggets vs New York Knicks Head-to-Head
The last ten head-to-head matchups between then Nuggets and Knicks have gone in favor of the Nuggets, putting together a record of 8-2. When looking at the last three head-to-head matchups between the Nuggets and Knicks, only 3 point per game has separated the teams, with the Knicks going 2-1 vs. the spread. The over/under record in the five most recent head to head games between the Nuggets and Knicks is 2-3 with an average of 220 points per game. The last three times that the Nuggets have been on the road vs. the Knicks, the over/under record is 2-3.
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