Denver Nuggets vs New York Knicks Prediction 2/4/2026 Today’s NBA Picks

The Denver Nuggets invade Madison Square Garden to take on the New York Knicks on Wednesday night. Here’s a Denver Nuggets vs New York Knicks Prediction. This article will include a Denver Nuggets vs New York Knicks Pick.

Denver Nuggets Betting Preview 

The Denver Nuggets have been in decent shape as they’ve won four of their last seven games overall. However, they will be hoping to avoid a third straight defeat after falling painfully short to the Pistons in a 124-121 road defeat last night. Jamal Murray led the team with 32 points and eight assists on eight of 17 shooting, Nikola Jokic tallied 24 points with 15 rebounds and four assists while Peyton Watson chipped in with 17 points.

As a team, the Nuggets shot 45 percent from the field and 10 of 30 from the 3-point line as they struggled to contain the Pistons early on. They leaked 69 points in the first half to trail by as many as 20 points, which was a shame because the Nuggets exploded for 71 points in the second half to trail by just two points with 2:05 left in the fourth quarter. 

New York Knicks Betting Preview 

Meanwhile, the New York Knicks have been on a tear as they are now gunning for an eighth straight victory after blowing past the Wizards in a 132-101 road win last night. Mikal Bridges led the team with 23 points and five assists, Jalen Brunson added 21 points while OG Anunoby and Karl-Anthony Towns each scored 19 points.

As a team, the Knicks shot 52 percent from the field and 17 of 37 from the 3-point line as they jumped all over the Wizards from the tipoff to take a 72-45 lead into halftime. Before they pulled their starters early in the second half to allow their reserves extra playing time. 

Why the New York Knicks will win

• The Knicks have won each of their last eight games against the Nuggets at Madison Square Garden following a win.
• The Nuggets have lost four of their last five games against Knicks teams that held a winning record.
• The Knicks have covered the spread in each of their last six games as favorites.
• The Nuggets have failed to cover the spread in five of their last six games against opponents who are on the second leg of a back-to-back.

Why the Denver Nuggets will win

• The Nuggets have won eight of their last nine games as underdogs following a road loss.
• The Knicks have lost three of their last four games as home favorites on the second leg of a back-to-back.
• The Nuggets have covered the spread in each of their last seven road games.
• The Knicks have failed to cover the spread in five of their last six games at Madison Square Garden against teams that held a winning record.

Total Points Facts

• Each of the Nuggets’ last four games have gone OVER the total points line.
• Five of the Knicks’ last six games at Madison Square Garden have gone UNDER the total points line.

New York Knicks Player Facts

• OG Anunoby ranks 6th amongst qualified players for steals per game (1.8) this season.
• Mikal Bridges is one of only six players in the league to have recorded 7+ steals in a game this season.

Denver Nuggets Player Facts

• Jamal Murray is one of only five players in the league to have recorded 30+ points and 10+ assists in consecutive games this season.
• Spencer Jones has played the most minutes in a single game without making a field goal of any player in the league this season – 37:47 against Raptors on December 31.

Matchup/League Facts

• The Knicks rank 2nd in the league for opponent steals per game this season (7.1).
• The Knicks are one of only two teams to not play in a regular season game that went to overtime this season.
• The Nuggets rank 1st in the league for true shooting percentage this season (61.5%).
• The Nuggets rank 1st in the league for offensive rating this season (122.1).

Denver Nuggets vs New York Knicks Prediction

The Nuggets are still missing Aaron Gordon and Cameron Johnson, while the Knicks have ruled out Miles McBride, with Josh Hart listed as day-to-day. The Nuggets haven’t been at their best lately, as they are still dealing with some injuries. Their last two defeats have been against two of the hottest teams in the league, but they won’t have time to complain as they now visit the Knicks, who have reeled off seven wins on the trot.

This is a game where you should check the lineups before tipoff given the injury cloud hanging over the Knicks, but the Knicks have been in a groove lately. I think they can take care of business at the short line in this spot.

Peter Tran's Pick: New York -4.5