Knicks vs Spurs Prediction and NBA Tips - 26 December 2024
Last updated: Dec 25, 2024, 5:05PM | Published: Dec 11, 2024, 5:01PM
The New York Knicks will take on the San Antonio Spurs in NBA action at Madison Square Garden on Thursday, commencing at 4:00am AEDT.
Led by star players Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges, the Knicks are up against a Spurs team that includes Victor Wembanyama, Devin Vassell and Jeremy Sochan.
This article features Stats Insider's free betting tips for the Knicks vs Spurs game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Thursday's New York vs San Antonio NBA game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Knicks a 74% chance of defeating the Spurs at Madison Square Garden.
Knicks vs Spurs: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at Madison Square Garden are shown below:
- Head to Head: Knicks $1.28, Spurs $3.80
- Line: Knicks -8.5 ($1.91), Spurs +8.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 222.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Knicks at $1.28 and the Spurs at $3.80.
The Knicks are 8.5-point favourites against the Spurs, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Spurs (+8.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 222.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Spurs (+8.5) are predicted to cover the line 53% of the time, while the 222.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.
Knicks vs Spurs: Best Bets
- Head to Head: San Antonio at $3.80 with Bet365
- Line: Spurs +8.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 222.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Knicks vs Spurs predictions are based on complex simulations and wagering expertise to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Knicks have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Spurs to win is our preferred option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is crucial to being a profitable sports bettor in the long run.
Knicks vs Spurs: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Knicks vs Spurs at Madison Square Garden on Thursday is the Knicks prevailing 114-107.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the New York vs San Antonio game on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and the best betting tips.
Knicks vs Spurs: Player Props
Player props are an enjoyable way to bet on Knicks vs Spurs without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to project individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Jalen Brunson is expected to lead the Knicks with 30 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists, while Victor Wembanyama is projected to finish with 24 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists for the Spurs.
Knicks Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Brunson | 30 | 3 | 7 |
| Karl-Anthony Towns | 25 | 12 | 5 |
| Mikal Bridges | 17 | 4 | 3 |
| OG Anunoby | 15 | 5 | 2 |
| Josh Hart | 13 | 9 | 6 |
Spurs Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victor Wembanyama | 24 | 10 | 5 |
| Devin Vassell | 16 | 3 | 4 |
| Jeremy Sochan | 13 | 7 | 3 |
| Chris Paul | 11 | 4 | 8 |
| Keldon Johnson | 11 | 4 | 1 |
Remember, our model updates regularly, so bookmark this article for the latest betting tips before the New York vs San Antonio match-up.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets for betting tips on every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Knicks vs Spurs: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Knicks and Spurs at Madison Square Garden is scheduled to tip off at 4:00am AEDT on Thursday.
- Teams: New York Knicks vs San Antonio Spurs
- Date: Thursday 26 December 2024
- Time: 4:00am AEDT
- Venue: Madison Square Garden
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our New York vs San Antonio predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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