The New York Knicks (24-17) will host the Washington Wizards (7-32) in an Eastern Conference tilt on Thursday. The Knicks lead the all-time series 181-136 over the Wizards, and New York has knocked off Washington in four straight games. On Jan. 6, the Knicks beat the Wizards 121-105. New York is 12-5 at Madison Square Garden, while the Wizards are 4-18 on the road. Daniel Gafford (concussion) is out for Washington, while Josh Hart (knee) is questionable for the Knicks.
Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The Knicks are 12-point favorites in the latest Wizards vs. Knicks odds via SportsLine consensus, while the over/under for total points scored is 234. Before making any Knicks vs. Wizards picks, you'll want to see the NBA predictions and betting advice from the proven computer model at SportsLine.
The SportsLine Projection Model simulates every NBA game 10,000 times and has returned well over $10,000 in profit for $100 players on its top-rated NBA picks over the past five-plus seasons. The model enters Week 13 of the 2023-24 NBA season on a sizzling 42-23 roll on all top-rated NBA picks this season, returning nearly $2,000. Anyone following it has seen huge returns.
Now, the model has set its sights on Wizards vs. Knicks and just locked in its picks and NBA predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see the model's picks. Here are several NBA odds and betting lines for Knicks vs. Wizards:
- Wizards vs. Knicks spread: New York -12
- Wizards vs. Knicks over/under: 234 points
- Wizards vs. Knicks money line: New York -693, Washington +491
- NYK: The Knicks are 7-2 ATS in their last nine games
- WAS: The Wizards are 2-5 ATS in their last seven games against New York
- Wizards vs. Knicks picks: See picks at SportsLine
Why the Knicks can cover
Forward OG Anunoby is a superb two-way threat who uses his length to play suffocating defense and is aggressive in attacking the paint. The Indiana product averages 15 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 1.4 steals per game. In his last matchup, Anunoby notched 15 points, five boards, and four steals.
Guard Donte DiVincenzo is a smooth addition off the bench. DiVincenzo plays with high energy and excels in transition. The Villanova product has great IQ and owns the ability to handle the rock. DiVincenzo averages 11 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game. On Jan. 15 versus the Magic, he finished with 15 points, six rebounds, and four assists. See which team to pick here.
Why the Wizards can cover
Forward Kyle Kuzma has a knack for scoring in multiple different ways. Kuzma uses his quickness to penetrate the lane but will space the floor due to his jumper. The Utah product logs 22.4 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game. In his last game, Kuzma racked up 21 points, eight rebounds, and four assists.
Guard Tyus Jones provides Washington with a smart facilitator in the backcourt. Jones scans the court quickly and owns a secure jumper from both mid-range and 3-point land. The Duke product averages 12.8 points and 5.6 assists per game. On Jan. 15 against the Pistons, Jones tallied 22 points and seven assists. See which team to pick here.
How to make Wizards vs. Knicks picks
SportsLine's model is leaning Under on the total, projecting 224 combined points. The model also says one side of the spread hits well over 60% of the time. You can only see the model's picks at SportsLine.
So who wins Knicks vs. Wizards, and which side of the spread hits well over 60% of the time? Visit SportsLine now to see which side of the spread you need to jump on, all from the model on a 42-23 roll on top-rated NBA picks, and find out.
