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New York Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction NBA Picks 12/21/24
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New Orleans Pelicans (5-23) vs New York Knicks (17-10)
December 21, 2024 at 08:00 PM EST
The Line: Betting Odds: New Orleans Pelicans +8.5 / New York Knicks -8.5 — Over/Under: 226
The NY Knicks and New Orleans Pelicans meet Saturday in NBA action at the Smoothie King Center. Here’s a NY Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction. This article will include a NY Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans Pick.
NY Knicks Betting Preview
The NY Knicks beat the Magic and Timberwolves, and they play the Raptors, Spurs, and Magic next. The NY Knicks are averaging 117 points on 49.7 percent shooting and allowing 110 points on 46.2 percent shooting. Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 25 points and 14.2 rebounds, while Jalen Brunson is averaging 24.6 points and 7.7 assists. Mikal Bridges is the third double-digit scorer and OG Anunoby is grabbing 5 rebounds. The NY Knicks are shooting 39.8 percent from beyond the arc and 80.8 percent from the free throw line. The NY Knicks are allowing 36.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 42.9 rebounds per game.
New Orleans Pelicans Betting Preview
The New Orleans Pelicans lost to the Rockets and Pacers, and they play the Nuggets, Grizzlies, and Clippers next. The New Orleans Pelicans are averaging 105.4 points on 43.7 percent shooting and allowing 117.1 points on 48.7 percent shooting. Zion Williamson is averaging 22.7 points and 8 rebounds, while Brandon Ingram is averaging 22.2 points and 5.6 rebounds. CJ McCollum is the third double-digit scorer and Trey Murphy III is grabbing 4.4 rebounds. The New Orleans Pelicans are shooting 33.3 percent from beyond the arc and 76 percent from the free throw line. The New Orleans Pelicans are allowing 37.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43 rebounds per game.
Why the New York Knicks will win
- The Pelicans have lost each of their last 10 night games against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Knicks have won eight of their last nine road games against opponents who are on the first leg of a back-to-back.
- The Pelicans have failed to cover the spread in nine of their last 10 night games against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Knicks have covered the spread in four of their last five road games against opponents who are on the first leg of a back-to-back.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the last four night games between the Knicks and Pelicans has gone UNDER the total points line.
- Eight of the Knicks’ last 10 road games following a road win have gone OVER the total points line.
NY Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction
The NY Knicks have been inconsistent all year and this is a letdown spot after beating the Timberwolves in an emotional game and seeing KAT go crazy. However, getting behind the Pelicans isn’t an option. The Pels are still banged up, and they’re fresh off a beat-down loss to the Rockets. The Pelicans just can’t be trusted, especially when they’re 10-18 ATS on the year. The Knicks beat the Pelicans 118-85 earlier this month. It’s Knicks or pass for me.Â
