Pacers vs. Knicks Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The New York Knicks will look to bounce back after their embarrassing opener in Boston this week. Can Jalen Brunson and the Knicks get revenge against the Pacers for last year's playoff defeat? Matt McCuen is targeting the home team with his Pacers vs. Knicks prediction and pick against the spread.
Matt McCuen - October 25, 2024, 11:56 AM EDT
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The New York Knicks and the Indiana Pacers will clash for an Eastern Conference semifinals rematch tonight.
The Knicks come into this contest with a record of 0-1. In game one of the season, New York was embarrassed by the defending champion Boston Celtics.
In the offseason, the Knicks made some significant roster changes. The Knicks added one of the best defenders in basketball (Mikal Bridges) in the offseason. Additionally, the Knicks added former All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns. Towns averaged 21.8 points per game last season with the T-Wolves.
Indiana Pacers vs. New York Knicks Date, Time And Where To Watch
- Date: October 25, 2024
- Time: 7:30 pm ET
- Where To Watch: ESPN
Indiana Pacers vs. New York Knicks Prediction
Jalen Brunson led the team in the losing effort with 22 points. Brunson led the team last season with 28.7 points per game. Miles McBride was outstanding off the Knicks bench, pouring in 22 points in just 26 minutes.
Mikal Bridges struggled in the first half but heated up in the second half, ending the contest with 16 points. Big man Jericho Sims led the team with nine rebounds on Wednesday.
New York comes into the contest as a 4.5-point favorite. Indiana comes into this contest following a thrilling win over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night.
Indiana had a strong season a year ago, reaching the Eastern Conference finals where they lost to the Boston Celtics. Head Coach Rick Carlise believes this team is good enough to compete in the Eastern Conference this season.
The Pacers trailed the Pistons by eight points going to the fourth quarter. Indiana stormed back, outscoring the Pistons 33-19 in the fourth quarter to win 115-109.
Andrew Nembhard led the team with 20 points in the winning effort. Beneedict Mathurin was outstanding, scoring 19 points off the bench.
Pascal Siakam added 19 points of his own while ripping down eight rebounds. Tyrese Haliburton struggled in the win, shooting 1-for-9 from three.
Indiana Pacers vs. New York Knicks
- Pick: New York Knicks -4 -120 Click here for the latest Pacers vs. Knicks odds
The Knicks will bounce back with a strong effort at home tonight.
New York was embarrassed on Wednesday night, and will play with a chip on their shoulder tonight. Brunson and Towns will perform much better than they did in the first game.
The Pacers' fast-paced style of play will struggle against this new-look Knicks roster.
Let's cash tonight!
