| MATCHUP | Philadelphia 76ers | New York Knicks |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 18-14 | 23-11 |
| Spread | +3.5 -112 | -3.5 -108 |
| Moneyline | +130 | -155 |
| Total | Over 232.5 (-112) | Under 232.5 (-108) |
| Where | Madison Square Garden, New York, NY | |
| When | Saturday, January 3, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:30 PM EST | |
| TV | MSG | |
The Philadelphia 76ers pay a visit to the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night. Here’s a Philadelphia 76ers vs New York Knicks Prediction. This article will include a Philadelphia 76ers vs New York Knicks Pick.
Philadelphia 76ers Betting Preview
The Philadelphia 76ers have been in decent form as they’ve won four of their last seven games overall and they will be hoping to snap a two-game skid after smashing the Mavericks in a 123-108 road win on Thursday. Tyrese Maxey led the team with 34 points, eight rebounds and 10 assists, VJ Edgecombe added 23 points on nine of 14 shooting while Joel Embiid chipped in with 22 points and six assists on nine of 18 shooting.
As a team, the 76ers shot 53 percent from the field and 13 of 36 from the 3-point line as they dominated the second quarter by 41-24 to overcome an early eight-point deficit and take the lead. However, they didn’t have complete control of the contest until the fourth quarter where they used a decisive 12-4 run to pull away and win comfortably.
New York Knicks Betting Preview
Meanwhile, the New York Knicks have been one of the form teams in the league as they’ve won 11 of their last 15 games overall. They will be looking to bounce back in this one after getting thrashed by the Hawks in a 111-99 loss last night. Jalen Brunson led the team with 24 points and five assists, OG Anunoby added 19 points with 10 rebounds while Mikal Bridges chipped in with 18 points and five assists.
As a team, the Knicks shot 37 percent from the field and nine of 43 from the 3-point line as they struggled right from the start and scored just 17 points in the second quarter to trail by 13 points going into halftime. Things only got worse in the third quarter where the deficit ballooned to 26 points at one stage.
Why the New York Knicks will win
- The Knicks have won each of their last eight games against the 76ers following a loss.
- The 76ers have lost each of their last eight games as underdogs following a win.
- The Knicks have covered the spread in eight of their last nine night games against the 76ers following a home loss.
- The 76ers have failed to cover the spread in five of their last six games as underdogs against opponents who are on the second leg of a back-to-back.
Why the Philadelphia 76ers will win
- The 76ers have won each of their last four road games against Atlantic Division opponents.
- The Knicks have lost three of their last five games as home favorites when playing with a rest disadvantage.
- The Knicks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games as favorites.
- The road team has covered the spread in seven of the last eight games between the 76ers and Knicks.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Knicks’ last seven Saturday night games at Madison Square Garden have gone OVER the total points line.
- Twelve of the 76ers’ last 14 night games at Madison Square Garden have gone UNDER the total points line.
New York Knicks Player Facts
- OG Anunoby ranks 3rd amongst qualified players for steals per game (1.8) this season.
- Mikal Bridges rank 4th in the league for total steals + blocks (86) this season.
Philadelphia 76ers Player Facts
- Tyrese Maxey ranks 1st in the league for fast break points (163) this season.
- VJ Edgecombe has recorded 3+ steals in two consecutive appearances – equal-longest active streak of any player in the league.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Knicks rank 2nd in the league for opponent offensive rebounds per game this season (10.3).
- The Knicks rank 2nd in the league for opponent steals per game this season (7.1).
- The 76ers rank 1st in the league for Q2 points per game this season (30.9).
- The 76ers rank 30th in the league for Q3 points per game this season (25.8).
Philadelphia 76ers vs New York Knicks Prediction
The 76ers have ruled out Kelly Oubre Jr again, while the Knicks are going to be without Josh Hart, Mitchell Robinson, Karl-Anthony Towns and Landry Shamet. The 76ers have stumbled a bit in their last two games, but they are still playing some decent basketball at the moment, with Maxey leading the way. The Knicks have been one of the more consistent teams all season, and they were on a roll before last night’s poor showing against the Hawks.
But they won’t have time to mull over their mistakes with the 76ers rolling into town. These teams last met just a couple of weeks ago, and it was the 76ers who won by 116-107. I am expecting a similar result in this one with the 76ers coming out on top against this Knicks team who are going to be missing some key players for this one.