Knicks vs. 76ers: Can Embiid Carry Philly Back in Series?
Get our Knicks vs 76ers prediction to see who emerges victorious in this critical playoff matchup. The Knicks look to extend their series lead in the Eastern Conference playoffs! After a thrilling Game 1 victory, the New York Knicks (1-0) host the Philadelphia 76ers (0-1) at Madison Square Garden for Game 2. Tip-off is set for 7:30 PM ET. The Knicks remain favored by five points at home, but can they capitalize on the home-court advantage and silence the 76ers’ comeback hopes?
76ers vs Knicks Prediction Odds
| BET | Philadelphia 76ers (PHI) | New York Knicks (NY) |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +164 | -199 |
| Spread | +5 | -5 |
| Total | 207.5 | |
76ers vs Knicks Betting Prediction
In their recent matchup, the New York Knicks secured a 111-104 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, covering as 4.5-point home favorites. The game exceeded the over/under line of 208, ending with 215 combined points. Down 82-79 entering the fourth quarter, the Knicks outscored the 76ers 32-22. Josh Hart and Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 22 points each, and their team hit 45.7% of their threes, making 16 in total. Philadelphia’s offense was driven by Tyrese Maxey with 33 points and Joel Embiid with 29, but overall, the team shot only 44.4% from the field. This NBA matchup underscores the pivotal role shooting efficiency plays.
Philadelphia 76ers
Today, the 76ers, as underdogs, hold an ATS record of 34-18 when favored and 15-16 otherwise. Despite being 9-23 as underdogs this season with a -5.7 scoring differential, they’ve shown resilience. Their overall ATS stands at 49-34, although they’ve struggled to cover in their last two road games, maintaining a 25-17 ATS record. On defense, Philadelphia excels, 9th in the NBA ranking by allowing just 111.5 points per game, tightening further to 103.2 points over their last five outings. This solid defense, especially against three-point shots where they rank 6th, is crucial for today’s Blue Jays vs Royals prediction.
Offensively, the 76ers average 114.6 points per game, buoyed by Joel Embiid, who’s been dominant with 30.2 points and 11.8 rebounds recently. Tyrese Maxey complements well, averaging 26.5 points on efficient shooting. Their scoring improves at home, presenting a challenge as they visit. This season’s O/U record stands at 44-40, with an average game total of 225.8 points—far above today’s line of 207.5.
New York Knicks
Today, the Knicks host the 76ers as 5-point favorites, boasting a solid season record of 37 wins as favorites and covering the spread in 29 of those games. Their offensive strategy shines, especially with Jalen Brunson’s recent average of 35.2 points in his last five games, making them strong contenders in tonight’s matchup for NBA betting lines. They overcame the 76ers 111-104 last time, covering as 4.5-point favorites, with an overall ATS record of 46-36 this season.
Defensively, the Knicks excel, allowing only 108.2 points per game, the second-best in the NBA, and even tighter at home with 105.2 points. Their defense is crucial to keeping the NBA scores low, particularly effective at restricting three-point percentages to 36.2%. However, they struggle with blocked shots, ranking 29th. As they face the 76ers again, maintaining this defensive rigor will be key, supported by their solid record and the trend of hitting the over in recent games, emphasizing their defensive and offensive balance.
Betting Picks
- OU Over 207.5 -112
- ML: Knicks -199
- ATS: Knicks -5
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Game Information
- Game: Philadelphia 76ers vs. New York Knicks
- Venue: Madison Square Garden, New York NY
- Date: Monday, April 22nd 7:30 ET
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