With New York catching 3.5 as a home dog and the total sitting at 225.5 points, what’s the best bet in Friday night’s Thunder vs. Knicks matchup? Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET from Madison Square Garden.
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
Oklahoma City Thunder (-3.5) at New York Knicks (+3.5); o/u 225.5
7:30 p.m. ET, Friday, January 10, 2025
Madison Square Garden, New York, NY
TV: NBA TV
Thunder vs. Knicks Public Betting: Bettors Backing OKC
Our NBA Public Betting Information page indicates that 67% of public bettors are currently backing the Thunder 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.
SGA again posts excellent line
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finished Wednesday’s 129-122 loss to Cleveland with 31 points (13-of-27 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), five rebounds, four assists, three steals, two blocks, and one 3-pointer in 38 minutes. At this stage in his career, it’s a shock when Gilgeous-Alexander doesn’t score at least 30 points in a game. Since December 1, the Thunder guard has scored 30 or more in 13 of his 17 games played. Add in the production in other categories, and Gilgeous-Alexander has worked his way into the “best player in fantasy basketball” conversation alongside Nikola Jokic and Victor Wembanyama. Oklahoma City will look to begin a new win streak on Friday when they visit the Knicks.
Towns questionable to face OKC
Karl-Anthony Towns (right patellar tendinopathy) is questionable for Friday’s game against Oklahoma City. Towns was back in the lineup on Wednesday after sitting out Monday’s loss to Orlando, playing 34 minutes in a win over Toronto. He has been able to play through the case of “jumper’s knee” on most nights, so fantasy managers should expect to see Towns on the court Friday night. Jericho Sims would be the next man up if KAT sits.
Thunder vs. Knicks NBA Prediction:
Take OKC. The Thunder covered seven of the previous 10 lines against the Knicks. That includes their 117-107 victory against the Knicks in OKC earlier this month when they were a 4-point favorite. Oklahoma City is also 8-2 straight up versus New York in the teams’ last 10 meetings and is 8-2 at the window in its last 10 games overall. The Thunder are a juggernaut right now.
Thunder vs. Knicks Betting Prediction: OKC THUNDER -3.5