The first game of ESPN’s NBA double-header will take place at 7:30 p.m. ET from Madison Square Garden. With New York laying 7.5 points and the total sitting at 210.5, what’s the best bet in tonight’s Heat vs. Knicks matchup?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
Miami Heat (+7.5) at New York Knicks (-7.5); o/u 210.5
7:30 p.m. ET, Monday, March 17, 2025
Madison Square Garden, New York, NY
TV: ESPN
Heat vs. Knicks Public Betting: Bettors Love New York
Our NBA Public Betting Information page indicates that 73% of public bettors are currently backing the Knicks when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day. Be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
Team Performance and Recent Form
The Miami Heat (29-38) are currently ninth in the Eastern Conference, struggling with a seven-game losing streak. Their most recent defeat was a 125-91 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. They shot just 39% from the field and 24% from three-point range.
The New York Knicks (42-24) hold the third spot in the Eastern Conference but have faced challenges recently. They have lost four of their last six games. They narrowly lost to the Golden State Warriors 97-94 in their last outing, with Karl-Anthony Towns contributing 29 points and 12 rebounds.
Key Players to Watch
Miami Heat: Center Bam Adebayo has been a consistent performer. He added 18 points and six rebounds in the recent loss to Memphis.
New York Knicks: Forward Karl-Anthony Towns leads the team’s offense, averaging 25.5 points per game.
Betting Odds and Trends
The Knicks are favored by 7.5 points, with the total points over/under set at 211. Notably, the Knicks have won each of their last nine games against teams with losing records. The Heat have failed to cover the spread in their last five games.
Heat vs. Knicks NBA Prediction:
I’m taking the under, which is 210.5 at Bovada.lv. The over is actually 7-3 in the last 10 meetings between these two teams, but the individual team trends suggest the under. In the Heat’s last 10 games, the under is 7-3. On the other side, the under cashed in eight out of the Knicks’ last 10 games.
Heat vs. Knicks Betting Prediction: UNDER 210.5