The Knicks host the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday, Nov 6. Today’s game is set for 7:30 ET and will be shown on MSG. Los Angeles comes into this game as 1.5-point favorites with the total set at 224. Keep reading to get our Knicks vs. Clippers player props and predictions.
Knicks vs. Clippers Odds
- Spread: Clippers -1.5
- Total 224
Game Info
- Date: Monday, Nov 6
- Time: 7:30 ET
- Location: Madison Square Garden, New York NY
- TV: MSG
Clippers Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Clippers have an over/under record of 4-1 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- In their last five games away from home, the Clippers have a straight up record of 1-4 while going 2-3 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 119 points per game in these contests.
- The last ten games that Los Angeles was favored, they have an ATS mark of 5-5 while going 7-3 straight up.
Knicks Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Knicks have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- When looking at their past three home matchups, New York has an ATS record of 2-1 while averaging 100 per game. The team went 1-2 overall in these games.
- Looking back on the team’s last five games as the underdog, the Knicks have a straight up record of 0-5. Their record vs the spread in these games was 3-2.
Is a Win at New York Possible for the Clippers?
The Clippers, with a current record of 3-2 after five games, aim to stay above .500 in today’s game. In their five games, they have gone 2-2 against Western Conference teams and 1-0 in non-conference action.
This year’s Los Angeles offense, in the 2023-2024 season, has averaged 102.4 possessions per game (21st in the NBA), a 50% field goal percentage (13th in the league), and 121.4 points per game (3rd in the NBA).
This year, the Los Angeles offense ranks 4th in the NBA with a three-point percentage of 42%. They are 14th in the league for attempting an average of 35.2 three-pointers per game, and their effective field goal percentage of 59% places them 11th.
Defensively, the Clippers rank 25th in the league for allowing 24.8 free throw attempts per game, 10th for allowing a 45.3 field goal percentage, and 8th for allowing 109.2 points per game.
Can the Knicks Pull Off a Home Win?
As they prepare to face off against the Clippers, the Knicks are 2-4 overall and are looking to snap a two game losing streak. At this time, the team’s rank is 11th in the Eastern Conference, and they are also 5th in the Atlantic division.
In terms of offensive performance this season (2023-2024), the New York Knicks have been disappointing, as they rank 30th in the NBA for points per game (103.3), 25th for possessions per game (97.8), and 21st for field goal percentage (39%). On the other hand, the Brooklyn Nets excel in comparison, ranking 7th for points per game (116.3), 24th for possessions per game (99.5), and 6th for field goal percentage (48%).
Offensively, New York’s statistics for the 2023-2024 season include being ranked 30th in points per game, 12th in field goal attempts per game, 20th in effective field goal percentage, 18th in two point field goal percentage, 19th in three point percentage, 8th in three point attempts per game, 11th in three pointers made per game, and 25th in possessions per game. They also rank 21st in field goal percentage and 3rd in free throw attempts per game.
New York’s comes into the game having allowed an average of 35.1% from three-point range, 22 free throw attempts per game, and 103.3 points per game this season on the defensive end.
Knicks vs. Clippers Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Jalen Brunson and his points prop of 24.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -110 while the under is at -120. Our projections have Jalen Brunson finishing with a stat line of 18 points, 3 and 3 assists. As for his points prop, we like the under at 24.5.
The Prop: Jalen Brunson Under 24.5 Points (-120)
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Knicks vs. Clippers Predictions
The Clippers is our pick to not only win with a projected score of 108-102. But we also favor them to cover the spread. Our bet is on the Clippers at -1.5.
As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 224, and our model projects the Clippers and Knicks to reach a combined total of 210 points. Our bet is on taking the under.
The Pick: Clippers -1.5