New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers Prediction & Picks - NBA
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The Philadelphia 76ers (18-14) visit the New York Knicks (23-11) in an NBA 2025-26 game on Saturday, January 3, at Madison Square Garden.
The Knicks try to steady things at home after dropping two straight games. They're coming off a tough 111-99 loss to an Atlanta Hawks team without star guard Trae Young.
Jalen Brunson scored a team-high 24 points, while OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges contributed 19 and 18, respectively. However, the Knicks had poor offensive displays in the second and third quarters, allowing the Hawks to run away with the win.
Availability is also the big question on the Knicks' side on Saturday. Key pieces Mitchell Robinson, Josh Hart, and Landry Shamet will be sidelined, with Karl-Anthony Towns listed day-to-day due to an illness.
As for the Sixers, they're coming off a 123-108 win over the Dallas Mavericks, with Tyrese Maxey scoring 34 and getting support from Joel Embiid's 22 markers.
Philly comes in playing their best ball of the week. The teams square off for the second time this season, with the Sixers leading, 1-0, after a 116-107 win at Madison Square Garden on December 20.
Sixers role players Kelly Oubre Jr. and Trendon Watford will remain sidelined on Saturday.
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New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers Form
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Players list
J. Brunson
K. Towns
O. Anunoby
M. Bridges
T. Maxey
V. Edgecombe
D. Barlow
P. George
Substitutes
K. McCullar Jr.
M. McBride
T. Kolek
J. Clarkson
M. Diawara
P. Dadiet
G. Yabusele
J. McCain
J. Edwards
Q. Grimes
E. Gordon
K. Lowry
J. Walker
New York Knicks - Philadelphia 76ers Key Points
- The Knicks are coming off a 111-99 loss to the Atlanta Hawks.
- The 76ers are coming off a 123-108 win against the Dallas Mavericks.
- The 76ers lead the season series 1-0 after winning 116-107 at MSG on December 20.
- The Knicks will miss the services of Mitchell Robinson, Josh Hart, and Landry Shamet, with Karl-Anthony Towns listed day-to-day.
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Our New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers Prediction
New York needs to hit their threes and keep the offense flowing so it’s not “Jalen Brunson vs. everyone.” But with Karl-Anthony Towns’ status uncertain and the Knicks coming off a rough shooting night, this matchup sets up as a tighter game than the spread suggests.
Philadelphia already proved it can win in this building. With Maxey in rhythm, plus Embiid trending toward playing, the Sixers can keep this game close. Our prediction for the New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers match is: Sixers (+3.5) cover the spread.Grab an extra $350 for your New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers wager!
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