Looking for 76ers vs. Knicks predictions? We have you covered as the Knicks travel to take on the 76ers on Thursday, Feb 22 at 7:00 ET. Currently, the total sits at 227.5 with the 76ers favored by 1 at home. Keep reading to get our 76ers vs. Knicks player props and predictions.
76ers vs. Knicks Odds
- Spread: 76ers -1
- Total 227.5
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Game Info
- Date: Thursday, Feb 22
- Time: 7:00 ET
- Location: Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia PA
- TV: NBCS
Knicks Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Knicks have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 0-5 vs. the spread.
- When looking at their past five road matchups, New York has an ATS record of 3-2 while averaging 106 per game. The team went 3-2 overall in these games.
- Spanning across their last three games as the betting underdog, the Knicks have gone 0-3 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 0-3.
76ers Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the 76ers have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 0-5 vs. the spread.
- The 76ers are 3-0 ATS in their last three home games and 3-0 straight-up.
- Spanning across their last three games as the betting favorite, the 76ers have gone 1-2 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 1-2.
Will the Knicks Make it Happen in Philadelphia?
Today, the Knicks are looking to snap a four-game losing streak, both straight up and against the spread. They are currently 8-15 as underdogs this season and have gone 10-13 ATS on the road.
New York’s O/U record for the season is 22-32-1, and their games have averaged 224.4 points per game. Today’s O/U line is set at 227.5, and their average O/U line for the season is 225.8.
In their last game, the Knicks lost to the Magic by a score of 118-100. The O/U line for that game was 210, and New York was getting 3.5 points going into the game.
Overall, the Knicks are 33-22 this season, which is good for 4th place in the Eastern Conference. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 22-12 and 6-3 in the Atlantic Division.
For the season, the Knicks are 31-24 against the spread, including a 15-13 ATS record on the road. As underdogs, they are 10-13 ATS.
Heading into tonight’s game, the Knicks are 17th in the NBA in scoring at 114.5 points per game. Interestingly, they have actually been slightly better on the road (114.8 PPG) compared to at home (114.2 PPG).
When it comes to pace, New York is dead last in the league at just 95.9 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, the Knicks are 22nd overall at 46%.
So far this season, the Knicks have outscored the NBA scoring average in 47.3% of their games. In terms of two-point shooting, New York is 24th in the league at 53%. From beyond the arc, they are shooting 36% as a team (15th).
On defense, the Knicks come into the game ranked 3rd in the league in points allowed at 109.9 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 116 points per contest (3rd). New York struggled on the boards in their last game vs. the Magic, giving up 16. For the game, Orlando scored 118 points in the game.
Can the 76ers Offense Score Enough at Home?
The 76ers are favored by 1 point today and have a 28-10 record as the favorite this season. In games where they are favored, they have gone 25-13 against the spread, with an average scoring margin of +8.6 points per game.
On the other hand, Philly has gone 4-12 as the underdog and has an ATS record of 7-9 in those games. As the favorite, they have gone 16-12 ATS at home and 16-10 ATS on the road.
This season, the 76ers have an O/U record of 31-23, and their games have averaged 232.3 points per game. Today’s O/U line is set at 227.5, and 32 of their games have had higher over/under lines than that.
In their last game, the 76ers lost to the Heat by a score of 109-104. The O/U line for that game was 226 points, and Philly was favored by 2.5 points going into the game.
Overall, the 76ers are 32-22 this season, which is good for 3rd place in the Atlantic Division and 5th place in the Eastern Conference.
At home this season, the 76ers are averaging 119.1 points per game, which is 9th in the NBA. Overall, they are 9th in the league in scoring at 118.3 points per game. In terms of pace, Philadelphia is 16th in the NBA at 98.5 possessions per game.
When it comes to shooting, the 76ers are 16th in field goal percentage at 47%. From beyond the arc, they are 23rd in three-point shooting at 35%. So far this season, Philadelphia has made an average of 11.3 three-pointers per game, which is 28th in the league.
One area where the 76ers have excelled is getting to the free-throw line. They are 1st in the NBA in both free throws made and attempted per game. In terms of assists, Philadelphia is 24th in the league at 24.9 per game.
Coming into today’s game, the 76ers’ defense is giving up an average of 113.9 points per contest. Most recently, the 76ers’ defense put together a solid performance, giving up just 109 points to the Heat.
76ers vs. Knicks Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Tyrese Maxey and his points prop of 26.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -135 while the under is at -101. In this game against the 76ers, we suggest betting on the under for Tyrese Maxey and his points prop set at 26.5. Our player projection model anticipates him not reaching his prop, with a projected total of 24.
- The Prop: Tyrese Maxey Under 26.5 Points (-101)
76ers vs. Knicks Predictions
Not only do we have the 76ers winning this one by a score of 110-105, but we see them covering the spread. Our pick is to grab the 76ers at -1.
Regarding the over/under, the current line is set at 227.5, and our model predicts the Knicks and 76ers to score a combined 215 points. We recommend betting on the under.
The Pick: 76ers -1 | at Fanduel Sportsbook