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Game time: January 3, 2025 at 8:00 PM ET

Venue: Paycom Center — Oklahoma City, OK

Article updated Jan 3, 2:14 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

On Friday, the New York Knicks (24-10) will face the Oklahoma City Thunder (27-5) at Paycom Center in a highly anticipated NBA matchup. The Knicks are coming off a strong win

Game outlook

On Friday, the New York Knicks (24-10) will face the Oklahoma City Thunder (27-5) at Paycom Center in a highly anticipated NBA matchup. The Knicks are coming off a strong win against Utah, while the Thunder recently defeated Minnesota. With Oklahoma City holding an 8-2 advantage in their last 10 games against New York, they are currently favored to win with a -4.5 point spread. Fans can read more on this prediction for the outcome of this exciting game.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Knicks +160 | Thunder -180

Spread: Knicks +4.5 (-110) | Thunder -4.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 222 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Oklahoma City will win straight-up is 64%.

New York Knicks

The New York Knicks have been on a hot streak, winning their last nine games and currently sitting in third place in the Eastern Conference standings. They come into this game with strong offensive performances, averaging 117.9 points per game and shooting efficiently from the field. Defensively, they have been solid, giving up 109.6 points per game. Key players such as Karl-Anthony Towns, Mikal Bridges, and OG Anunoby have been contributing offensively. Jalen Brunson is questionable for the upcoming game. The Knicks are ranked 6th in offense and 8th in defense in the league, with impressive shooting percentages and rebounding numbers. Their strong performance on both ends of the court has contributed to their successful season so far. For expert analysis on NBA games, consider consulting the Best NBA Cappers.

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Oklahoma City Thunder Analysis

The Oklahoma City Thunder have been dominating the league with a 12-game winning streak and are currently leading the Western Conference standings with a five-game lead over Memphis. They come into this game with an average of 115.3 points per game, led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who scored 40 points in their last game. Defensively, they give up an average of 103.2 points per game. However, Alex Caruso will miss this game due to a hip injury. The Thunder are ranked #11 for offense and #1 for defense in the league. New York has gone 2-1 in their last 3 matchups against Oklahoma City. With strong offensive and defensive stats, the Thunder will aim to extend their winning streak and increase their lead in the standings. Take advantage of the best sports betting promos for this game.

Thunder's Strong Performance and Shooting Give Them Edge Over Knicks

The Thunder's impressive performance in their recent home games, winning seven in a row, coupled with their strong shooting percentages, particularly at home, give them the advantage over the Knicks in their upcoming matchup. Oklahoma City's shooting accuracy, especially from beyond the arc, as well as their proficiency at the free-throw line and ability to secure offensive rebounds, all bode well for their scoring potential. Additionally, their low turnovers and solid defensive capabilities further enhance their chances of success. On the other hand, the Knicks have been struggling defensively in their recent games, conceding high point totals. Therefore, it is likely that the Thunder will outperform the Knicks in this game. Therefore, it is recommended to consider Oklahoma City to cover the spread in this matchup.

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SportsJaw Knicks vs Thunder archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Knicks vs Thunder matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · New York Knicks+175 → +148Moved
  • Moneyline · Oklahoma City Thunder-200 → -169Moved
  • Spread · New York Knicks+5 (-110) → +4 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Oklahoma City Thunder-5 (-110) → -4 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over221 (-110) → 225.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under221 (-110) → 225.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

New York Knicks
0-3 matchup record · 6-3-1 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Oklahoma City Thunder
4-0 matchup record · 6-2-2 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-03T19:14:50.905Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The New York Knicks have been on a hot streak, winning their last nine games and currently sitting in third place in the Eastern Conference standings. They come into this game with strong offensive performances, averaging 117.9 points per game and shooting efficiently from the field. Defensively, they have been solid, giving up 109.6 points per game. Key players such as Karl-Anthony Towns, Mikal Bridges, and OG Anunoby have been contributing offensively. Jalen Brunson is questionable for the upcoming game. The Knicks are ranked 6th in offense and 8th in defense in the league, with impressive shooting percentages and rebounding numbers. Their strong performance on both ends of the court has contributed to their successful season so far. For expert analysis on NBA games, consider consulting the Best NBA Cappers.

The Oklahoma City Thunder have been dominating the league with a 12-game winning streak and are currently leading the Western Conference standings with a five-game lead over Memphis. They come into this game with an average of 115.3 points per game, led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who scored 40 points in their last game. Defensively, they give up an average of 103.2 points per game. However, Alex Caruso will miss this game due to a hip injury. The Thunder are ranked #11 for offense and #1 for defense in the league. New York has gone 2-1 in their last 3 matchups against Oklahoma City. With strong offensive and defensive stats, the Thunder will aim to extend their winning streak and increase their lead in the standings. Take advantage of the best sports betting promos for this game.

Recent head-to-head

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

Oklahoma City Thunder defeated New York Knicks 117-107

Oklahoma City Thunder defeated New York Knicks 117-107 on January 3, 2025, a 10-point decision in the series. Oklahoma City Thunder's strongest period was the 4th quarter, when it outscored its opponent 37-19. Against SportsJaw's recorded New York Knicks +4 (-110) spread, Oklahoma City Thunder covered, while the 224 combined points finished under the recorded total of 225.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • Mickey619Spread · New York Knicks +4.5 (-110)Loss
  • NutinbutlocksSpread · Oklahoma City Thunder -4.5 (-110)Win
  • MiamimikeTotal · Under 222 (-110)Loss