Knicks vs 76ers Match Player Stats & Prediction
Look inside for key Knicks vs 76ers Match Player Stats and predictions for Game 3! The New York Knicks (2-0) look to extend their series lead against the Philadelphia 76ers (0-2) in Game 3 of their Eastern Conference first-round matchup. The game takes place at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia on Thursday night at 7:30 PM ET. Despite being on the road, the Knicks hold a surprising 2-0 series lead. Can key players continue their hot streak, or will the desperate 76ers bounce back at home?
Odds Based On The Knicks vs 76ers Match Player Stats
| BET | New York (NY) | Philadelphia (PHI) |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +158 | -192 |
| Spread | +4.5 | -4.5 |
| Total | 201.5 | |
Knicks vs 76ers Match Player Betting Stats
In the latest showdown, the Knicks narrowly edged out the 76ers with a 104-101 victory, with New York on the NBA betting lines just covering the 4.5-point favorite spread as the teams’ combined score reached 205, slightly missing the over/under line of 205.5 points. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 24 points, supported by Josh Hart’s double-double of 21 points and 15 rebounds, while Tyrese Maxey stood out for the 76ers with a game-high 35 points and 10 assists. Both teams struggled with three-point accuracy, the Knicks hitting only 33.3% and the 76ers slightly better at 36.1%.
New York Knicks
The Knicks, currently 4.5-point underdogs against the 76ers, boast a seven-game winning streak and hold the 2nd spot in the Eastern Conference NBA team rankings a 50-32 record. They have a mixed record as underdogs, at 14-21, but shine on the road with a 23-17 ATS record. In their latest showdown, they edged out the 76ers 104-101, topping the 205.5 O/U line, with today’s lower line set at 201.5. Jalen Brunson has been a standout, averaging 31 points in his recent games, while the team’s scoring averages 114.4 points on the road.
Defensively, the Knicks excel, ranked 2nd in the NBA for fewest points allowed per game at 108.1, tightening to 108 points across their last five matches. They also excel in limiting opponents’ free throws, standing 4th in the league. Key player Josh Hart contributes significantly with 17.4 points and 12.2 rebounds per game. Despite a slow pace, New York outperforms the league average in scoring in nearly 44% of their games.
Philadelphia 76ers
Today, the 76ers are the favorites at 4.5 points against the Knicks, maintaining a strong home ATS record of 24-17 and a 50-34 overall. They’ve secured 39 wins from 52 games when favored this season, highlighting their consistency in NBA scores and extending a 10-game winning streak as favorites. Philadelphia’s offense, averaging 114.6 points per game, is backed by Joel Embiid’s season average of 34.7 points and Tyrese Maxey’s recent performance of 28.2 points on 50.5% shooting. Despite a recent 104-101 setback to the Knicks, their strong home record of 26-16 boosts their standing to 3rd in the Atlantic Division and 7th in the Eastern Conference.
Defensively, the 76ers excel, ranking 9th in the NBA by allowing only 111.4 points per game, a consistency observed both at home. Their rigorous defense over the last five games has limited opponents to 103.6 points per game, ranking them 1st in two-point shooting percentage allowed at 45.2%. This defensive prowess ensures that in 61% of games, opponents score below their average, while 63.4% see a reduction in made threes. With today’s O/U line at 201.5, below their average of 226.2. Philadelphia’s strategic gameplay in NBA player stats remains a crucial part of their tactics as they continue to challenge Eastern Conference rivals.
Betting Picks
- OU Over 201.5 -112
- ML: Knicks +158
- ATS: Knicks +4.5
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Game Information
- Game: New York Knicks vs. Philadelphia 76ers
- Venue: Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia PA
- Date: Thursday, April 25th 7:30 ET
- Free Live Stream: LiveSports.watch
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