The New York Knicks will face the Brooklyn Nets one last time during the 2021-22 season on Wednesday night. The 35-44 Knicks are in 11th place in the East and the 41-38 Nets are in eighth.
On Sunday, New York broke its two-game losing streak with a 118-88 win over Orlando. RJ Barrett led the Knicks with 27 points (9-of-20) and Obi Toppin had a career-high 20 points (7-of-16) and eight rebounds. Immanuel Quickley recorded his first triple-double with 20 points (8-of-19), 10 rebounds, and 10 assists off the bench.
On Tuesday night, Brooklyn defeated Houston, 118-105. Kyrie Irving, who has yet to play against New York this year, led the Nets with 42 points (13-of-24) and Kevin Durant had 18 (4-of-13).
New York’s 0-3 against Brooklyn this season, with the last matchup taking place on Mar. 13. The Nets got the 110-107 win over the Knicks behind Durant’s 53 points. Julius Randle, who’s out for the remainder of the year, led New York with 26 points.
Will Barrett and company be able to help spoil Brooklyn’s hopes of remaining in eighth place ahead of the play-in tournament?
New York Knicks vs. Brooklyn Nets prediction, betting odds, spread, over/under
According to WynnBET, the Nets are the 5-point favorites over the Knicks. Brooklyn sits at -225 on the moneyline and New York is +185. The over/under is set at 229 points.
New York Knicks starting lineup
- Alec Burks
- Evan Fournier
- RJ Barrett
- Obi Toppin
- Jericho Sims
New York Knicks injury report
Randle (quadriceps), Mitchell Robinson (non-COVID illness), Quentin Grimes (knee), Derrick Rose (ankle), Cam Reddish (shoulder), Nerlens Noel (foot), and Kemba Walker (away from team) will be out for the Knicks.
New York Knicks vs. Brooklyn Nets prediction
New York has the chance to push Brooklyn back down in the conference standings, which is what fans are hoping for. The Knicks have the upper hand too because the Nets are in the second half of a back-to-back.
Brooklyn’s had its fair share of struggles, and while it wouldn’t be surprising if a young New York team gets the victory tonight, I believe that the Nets will win. Opposing stars always seem to have their best games in Madison Square Garden, and after last night’s contest, I think that Durant’s going to end up taking this one over.
We’re taking the Nets -5 and over 229 points.
Brooklyn 119, New York 113.
What channel is the New York Knicks-Brooklyn Nets game on?
The Knicks-Nets game will be broadcast on ESPN and the tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET.
New York Knicks schedule and upcoming games
New York will go on its final road trip before returning to MSG for the last regular-season game.
Apr. 8 at Washington
Apr. 10 vs. Toronto
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