Philadelphia 76ers at New York Knicks NBA Picks - Odds and Predictions
Date:
December 25, 12:00 pm
Location:
Madison Square Garden
TV:
ESPN
Betting Odds
Point Spread:
New York Knicks -1
Total:
213.5
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The Philadelphia 76ers will travel to the Big Apple to take on the New York Knicks in an Atlantic Division clash set to take place at the World’s Most Famous Arena, Madison Square Garden in the city that is so nice they named it twice, New York, New York. This rivalry series will serve to kick off a slate of Christmas Day games as a part of a yearly tradition for the NBA. The tip-off is set for 12:00 PM ET and is scheduled to be televised for national audiences on ESPN.
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Philadelphia 76ers at New York Knicks Overview<br />
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The two teams have not yet met this season. However, in 2017 in four regular season contests the Sixers and the Knicks split the series two games per side. The home team went 4-0 SU over this span to emphasize the importance of home court in this rivalry between The Big Apple and The City of Brotherly Love.
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Philadelphia at New York NBA Key Betting Trends<br />
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The Sixers enter at 14-18 SU on the year but have boded value with a 16-15-1 ATS.
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As for the Knicks, they come in at 17-15 SU on the season whilst boding tremendous value against the spread at 19-13 ATS.
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At home, New York is 15-5 ATS.
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Public Money<br />
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From the initial tick of this market, the public seems to fancy the Sixers against the spread, reflected in a half-point line movement downward. Home court advantage has been of the essence in this feud as of late. This is instrumental for the Knicks. Furthermore, Christmas Day action is a part of the New York Knicks program so that also provides an edge to the Knickerbockers. The Knicks have played in 51 Christmas Day games and own a 22-29 SU record overall. For the Over/Under, we have seen this market move downward by half of a point to indicate early action on the Under.
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Philadelphia 76ers at New York Knicks Pick
Nevertheless, the discussion surrounding the Sixers is their stark improvement as an outfit compared to years past. Many cite the renaissance of the 76ers being chalked up to the addition of young talent by virtue of favorable drafting positions. However, this could be null and void in this affair as the Knicks are the best in the league in defensive rebounds at 40.2 boards per game. Second chances are hard to come by against this outfit. The physical presence of the Knicks combined with home court advantage makes them a tough team to fade in this spot. Furthermore, the Knicks will have an extra day of rest to prepare for this contest and not be forced to travel. This is also another intangible that gives New York a huge competitive edge in this affair. Be that as it may with limited lumber to spot, the Knicks are a great play here at what is a very economical price.
Free Pick:
Take New York -1
