New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Pick, Prediction & Preview

• Date: May 2, 2024
• Venue: Wells Fargo Center

Betting Odds

New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers Win Probabilities

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New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Preview

In a highly anticipated matchup, the New York Knicks (53-34) will take on the Philadelphia 76ers (50-38) on Thursday night at 9:00 PM ET in Game 6 of their Eastern Conference first round playoff series. This game holds extra significance as it pits two divisional rivals against each other, adding an extra layer of motivation for both teams, as the Knicks enter this game with a 3-2 series lead.

The game will be played at the Wells Fargo Center, the home arena of the Philadelphia 76ers. As the home team, the 76ers are considered slight favorites, with the current spread set at 76ers -3.0. The Moneyline for the 76ers is -150, while the Knicks have a Moneyline of +130. According to the odds, the Knicks have an implied win probability of 42%, while the 76ers have an implied win probability of 58%.

Both teams have been playing well recently. The Knicks have won 31 of their last 50 games, demonstrating their strong form. Meanwhile, the 76ers have won 11 of their last 15 games, showcasing their consistency.

In their most recent encounter, the 76ers emerged victorious, defeating the Knicks 112-106. This result was considered an upset, as the 76ers entered the game as 4.0 underdogs with a mere 39% chance of winning.

For those looking to place player prop bets, keep an eye on Tyrese Maxey's Points. It has been the most popular betting market for this game. Sharp bettors have been leaning towards the Under, as the prop total opened at Under 27.5 Points (-110) and has since moved to 26.5 (-125).

With the divisional rivalry, the motivation to secure a win, and the recent history between these teams, this game promises to be an exciting and closely contested battle. Basketball fans and sports bettors alike will be eagerly tuning in to see which team comes out on top.

New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers Prediction

Final Score New York Knicks 102.35 vs Philadelphia 76ers 107.73

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