New York is red hot and only laying four points as a home favorite in Thursday’s Pacers vs. Knicks matchup at 7:30 p.m. ET. Are the Knicks a good bet to cover or is there a better play on the board tonight?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
501 Indiana Pacers (+4) at 502 New York Knicks (-4); o/u 241
7:30 p.m. ET, Thursday, February 1, 2024
Madison Square Garden, New York, NY
Pacers vs. Knicks: Bettors Rolling with Red-Hot Knicks
Our NBA Public Betting Information page indicates that 65% of public bettors are currently backing the Knicks when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
Haliburton Questionable vs. Knicks
Tyrese Haliburton (left hamstring injury management) and T.J. McConnell (illness) are questionable for Thursday’s game against the Knicks. Haliburton played in Tuesday’s loss to the Celtics but was restricted to 22 minutes. As for McConnell, he has missed Indiana’s last two games. Andrew Nembhard is the player most impacted by the statuses of the two point guards, as he’s played enough to merit being streamed until Haliburton is a full go.
Anunoby Questionable to face Pacers
OG Anunoby (right elbow inflammation) is questionable for Thursday’s game against the Pacers. Anunoby has missed New York’s last two games, with Precious Achiuwa replacing him in the starting lineup. Achiuwa is worth streaming as a spot starter and could have value even after Anunoby returns. The Knicks remain without Julius Randle (shoulder), who does not have a timeline for return.
Pacers vs. Knicks NBA Betting Trends
Knicks are 13-3 ATS in their last 16 games overall
Knicks are 6-1-1 ATS in their last 8 games as a home underdog
Pacers are 7-2-1 ATS in their last 10 road games
Pacers are 13-4-3 ATS in their last 20 games overall
Pacers vs. Knicks NBA Prediction:
Take the under. The under is 18-5 in the Knicks’ last 23 games overall, is 9-1 in their last 10 home games and has cashed in seven straight home games when facing team with a losing record. On the other side, the under is 11-2 in the Pacers’ last 13 road games, is 6-1 in their last seven games following an ATS win and is 5-2 in their last seven road games versus a team with a home winning percentage of greater than .600.
Pacers vs. Knicks Betting Prediction: UNDER 241
