New York Knicks vs Brooklyn Nets Picks and Predictions November 15th 2024

Knicks vs Nets November 15th 2024

At 7:30 ET, the Knicks (-520) will host the Nets (+391) in a division matchup. The Knicks are favored by 10 points, and the over/under line is 216.5.

Brooklyn is 5-7 and in 3rd place in the Atlantic Division. The Nets are 8th in the Eastern Conference. The Knicks are 5-6 overall and 2nd in the Atlantic. New York is 4th in the East.

Nets vs. Knicks Key Information

The Nets dropped to 5-7 on the season after a 139-114 loss to the Celtics on Wednesday. Playing at home, Brooklyn entered the game as +10 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 253, well over the pre-game line of 219.

Brooklyn started strong, leading 34-32 after the 1st quarter, but Boston took control by winning each of the next three quarters. The Celtics outscored the Nets 33-26 in the 2nd quarter and 38-29 in the 3rd, pushing their lead to 103-89 heading into the 4th. Boston finished the game by outscoring Brooklyn 36-25 in the final period.

The Nets shot 50.6% from the field and hit 19 threes at a 44.2% clip in their loss to the Celtics. Ziaire Williams led the way with 23 points, including 11 in the 1st quarter.

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Cam Thomas added 17 points, 10 of which came in the 2nd quarter, while Dennis Schröder contributed 16 points, scoring 7 in the opening period.

The Nets struggled defensively on Wednesday, giving up 139 points to the Celtics. Brooklyn allowed 32 points in the 1st quarter, 33 in the 2nd, 38 in the 3rd, and 36 in the 4th.

Boston shot 53% from the field, including 47% from three-point range, hitting 22 threes. The Celtics also went 17/24 from the free-throw line. The Nets finished with 31 defensive rebounds, allowing 12 offensive boards, and recorded 4 steals and 3 blocks.

The Knicks dropped to 5-6 on the season after a 124-123 home loss to the Bulls on Wednesday. New York, favored by 8.5 points, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 247, going over the line of 231.

New York fell behind early, trailing 59-47 at halftime. They made a push in the 3rd quarter, outscoring the Bulls 38-31, and went on a 17-0 run to close the gap from 90-71 to 90-88. Despite outscoring Chicago 38-34 in the 4th, they couldn’t complete the comeback.

Karl-Anthony Towns was a force for the Knicks in their 124-123 loss to the Bulls, putting up 46 points and 10 rebounds while hitting 6 threes at a 50% rate. Towns shot 60% from the field and scored 17 points in the 4th quarter alone.

New York hit 15 threes as a team, shooting 40.5% from deep and 51.1% overall. Jalen Brunson added 24 points, with 10 coming in the 2nd quarter, and Mikal Bridges contributed 20 points, scoring 10 in the 3rd.

Defensively, the Knicks struggled against the Bulls, giving up 124 points on 53% shooting. They allowed 29 points in the 1st quarter, 30 in the 2nd, 31 in the 3rd, and 34 in the 4th.

From beyond the arc, the Bulls hit 14 threes at a 38% clip. The Knicks sent the Bulls to the line 27 times, where they made 22 free throws. New York finished with 30 defensive rebounds, 7 steals, and 3 blocks.

We’re putting our money on the Knicks to win, and have the projected score sitting at 120-102. We also like them to cover the spread, so our recommendation is to bet on the Knicks at -10.

Regarding the over/under, the current line is set at 216.5, and our model predicts the Nets and Knicks to score a combined 222 points. We recommend betting on the over.

Nets, Knicks Set for NBA Cup Showdown After Tough Losses

The Brooklyn Nets and New York Knicks are set to clash in NBA Cup action on Friday night at Madison Square Garden, with both teams eager to move past disappointing defeats earlier in the week.

The game marks the NBA Cup opener for the Nets, while the Knicks will be playing their second game in East Group A after a strong 111-99 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday. However, both teams are coming off stinging losses from Wednesday night.

Nets Looking to Regroup After Blowout Loss

The Brooklyn Nets (5-7) have shown flashes of promise this season despite entering a rebuilding phase. But Wednesday’s 139-114 blowout loss to the Boston Celtics was a harsh reality check. After jumping to a 13-point first-quarter lead, the Nets fell apart, being outscored 74-54 in the second half.

Head coach Jordi Fernandez didn’t hold back in his post-game remarks.

“I’m OK with losing, but I’m not OK with at one point of the game, not fighting,” Fernandez said. “We played a pretty good half against a very good team, but you can never, ever quit or look defeated.”

Ziaire Williams, who led Brooklyn with 23 points against Boston, will need to carry that offensive momentum into Friday’s game if the Nets hope to secure a win. Brooklyn is still trying to find consistency after trading Mikal Bridges to the Knicks in the offseason for a haul of draft picks.

Knicks Trying to Find Their Groove

The Knicks (5-6) are still searching for consistency after adding Bridges and Karl-Anthony Towns to a roster that reached the Eastern Conference semifinals last season. New York was on the verge of a comeback win on Wednesday against the Chicago Bulls but ultimately fell short, losing 124-123 on Coby White’s game-winning free throws.

After erasing a 22-point deficit, the Knicks momentarily took the lead with Jalen Brunson’s layup in the final seconds, only for a foul on Josh Hart to seal their fate.

“It was a tough one — it should have been a big statement win for us,” said Hart. “It (would have been) the first win where we really got hit and really turned to swing back. I’ve got to be better. That one is on my shoulders.”

Brunson, who has been the Knicks’ most reliable scorer, will need to stay aggressive against Brooklyn’s defense. The Knicks will also look to Karl-Anthony Towns, who has been a solid contributor in the early part of the season, to provide a strong inside presence.

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Keys to the Matchup

• Nets: The Nets need to bring a full 48-minute effort and avoid the lapses that cost them against Boston. Ziaire Williams’ performance will be crucial, but the team will also need contributions from veterans like Spencer Dinwiddie and Nic Claxton.
• Knicks: For New York, it’s about converting the flashes of brilliance into consistent play. Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Mikal Bridges need to step up, especially in clutch situations. Improved discipline on defense, especially in the final moments, will be key.

What’s at Stake

With the NBA Cup adding an extra layer of intensity to early-season matchups, both teams have a lot to prove. The Knicks are looking to build momentum in Group A play, while the Nets are hoping to start their Cup campaign on the right foot.

Tip-off is set for Friday night at Madison Square Garden, where the rivalry between these two New York teams will add even more spice to the NBA Cup atmosphere.