New York Knicks Stats, Analysis, Schedule & More

Welcome to your comprehensive guide to betting on the New York Knicks. New York enters the 2025–26 season as one of the most structurally consistent teams in NBA betting markets, built around physical defense, controlled pace, and clearly defined roles. The Knicks are rarely flashy, but they are rarely chaotic, which makes them especially relevant for bettors who focus on margins, totals, and situational efficiency rather than raw scoring upside.

New York Knicks Betting Odds and Picks

Odds to Win
NBA Finals

+5000

Odds to Win
Eastern Conference

+1800

Odds to Win
Division

+800

Seasons Win

45.5+100 Over
45.5- 120 Under

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New York Knicks History

The New York Knicks were founded in 1946 as one of the charter teams of the Basketball Association of America (BAA), which later merged with the National Basketball Association (NBA). Playing their home games at the iconic Madison Square Garden, the Knicks quickly became a cornerstone of professional basketball. Their early years featured star players like Dick McGuire and Carl Braun, setting the foundation for future success.

In the 1970s, the Knicks reached the pinnacle of their success. Led by legendary players like Walt “Clyde” Frazier, Willis Reed, and Earl Monroe, they captured NBA championships in 1970 and 1973. The team’s hard-nosed defense, combined with an unselfish offensive philosophy, earned them a lasting reputation as one of the most formidable squads of that era.

The Knicks saw a resurgence in the 1990s, spearheaded by Patrick Ewing, Charles Oakley, and John Starks. Though they didn’t secure another championship, the team consistently made deep playoff runs and captivated fans with their fierce rivalry against the Chicago Bulls and Indiana Pacers. Despite recent struggles, the Knicks remain a prominent franchise with a passionate fan base.

New York Knicks Timeline

1946: The New York Knicks are founded as part of the BAA.
1951: Knicks reach the NBA Finals for the first time but lose to the Rochester Royals.
1967: Red Holzman becomes head coach, setting the stage for the team’s golden years.
1970: Knicks win their first NBA Championship, led by Willis Reed and Walt Frazier.
1973: Knicks capture their second NBA Championship.
1985: Knicks draft Patrick Ewing as the first-ever lottery pick.
1994: Knicks reach the NBA Finals but fall to the Houston Rockets in seven games.
1999: Knicks, as an eighth seed, reach the NBA Finals but lose to the San Antonio Spurs.
2012: Knicks win their first playoff series in over a decade, defeating the Boston Celtics.
2021: Knicks return to the playoffs, led by Julius Randle and coach Tom Thibodeau.
2023: Knicks make a strong playoff push, reaching the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
2024: Knicks acquire Karl-Anthony Towns in a blockbuster trade, signaling their intention to contend.

New York Knicks Stats

The Knicks consistently operate at one of the slower paces in the league, leaning heavily into half-court offense and physical defensive possessions. They are comfortable winning games by limiting possessions rather than outscoring opponents in transition. This pace suppression directly impacts totals, first-half markets, and live betting opportunities when early scoring runs distort expectations.

Offensively, New York prioritizes shot selection, offensive rebounding, and getting to the free-throw line. Their scoring profile is not explosive, but it is resilient. Even when shooting efficiency dips, the Knicks generate second-chance points and free throws that stabilize team totals. From a betting standpoint, this creates reliable floors but limited ceilings in high-total environments.

Defensively, New York thrives on physicality, rebounding, and positional discipline. They contest shots, limit easy transition looks, and consistently finish possessions with defensive rebounds. While they can be vulnerable to elite shooting teams, their baseline defensive effort suppresses opponent efficiency and keeps games within narrow scoring bands.

New York Knicks Roster

The Knicks’ roster construction emphasizes durability, effort, and role clarity. Offensive usage is concentrated among primary creators, while the supporting cast focuses on rebounding, defense, and spacing. This clarity simplifies handicapping, particularly in player props and late-game scenarios.

The supporting rotation plays heavy minutes and values continuity over matchup volatility. Role players are not asked to create offense beyond their comfort zones, which reduces surprise scoring but increases minute stability. This approach supports unders and narrow-margin ATS outcomes.

Rotation continuity is one of New York’s biggest strengths. When lineups remain intact, defensive communication and rebounding consistency improve noticeably. Injuries tend to impact offensive efficiency more than defensive structure, which often tightens games rather than pushing them toward shootouts.

New York Knicks Injury Report

The Knicks have dealt with minor injuries to key players, including OG Anunoby’s wrist strain and Josh Hart’s hamstring issue, which caused brief absences. These injuries have slightly disrupted the team’s defensive rhythm but haven’t significantly derailed their season.

If you want to learn more about how Knicks injuries impact the betting lines, check out our comprehensive injury report page.

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New York Knicks Betting Outlook and Trends

For bettors, the Knicks profile as a low-variance, execution-driven team. Their betting value is often found in totals and ATS spots where the market underestimates how effectively they control pace and physicality.

Controlled Pace and Totals: Knicks games are frequently lined too high relative to their preferred tempo, creating under value in competitive matchups.
ATS Reliability in Tight Spreads: New York performs best against the spread in single-digit lines, where execution and rebounding matter more than scoring runs.
Home Court Physicality: At home, the Knicks lean even more heavily into defense and rebounding, often outperforming expectations in grind-heavy games.
Road Game Pricing: Road lines can undervalue New York due to conservative offensive perception, especially against teams reliant on transition scoring.
First-Half and Live Angles: First-half unders align with slow starts, while live betting value appears when early shooting variance inflates totals.

Betting trends from last season showed the Knicks consistently cashing unders in games against structured opponents and covering spreads more frequently as underdogs or small favorites. Opponent team totals remained a strong angle due to New York’s rebounding edge and shot contest rate, while overs required opponent-driven pace rather than Knicks initiative.

Betting Trends from Last Season

Last season, the Knicks finished #2 in the Eastern Conference, finishing 50-32. Our handicappers were able to capitlize on the Knicks performances by betting along these trends:

Live Betting on Underdog Wins: The Knicks were one of the league leaders in come-from-behind victories, making them a lucrative option for live betting as underdogs.
Jalen Brunson’s Points and Assists Props: Brunson consistently outperformed his player prop lines, particularly in points and assists, making him a reliable target for bettors.
Team Totals on Road Games: The Knicks averaged 6.5 points more on the road than at home, leading to profitable opportunities in betting their team total overs in away games.

New York Knicks Schedule

Don’t miss a single New York Knicks game this season:

Pre Season

Week	Date	Opponent	Result
Week 1	Date: Mon 09/10/2023	Opponent: Boston Celtics	Result: W 114-107
Week 1	Date: Sat 14/10/2023	Opponent: Minnesota Timberwolves	Result: L 112-121
Week 2	Date: Tue 17/10/2023	Opponent: Boston Celtics	Result: L 110-123
Week 2	Date: Wed 18/10/2023	Opponent: Washington Wizards	Result: L 106-131
Week 3	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 4	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 5	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 6	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 7	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 8	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 9	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 10	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 11	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 12	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE

Regular Season

Week	Date	Opponent	Result
Week 1	Date: Wed 25/10/2023	Opponent: Boston Celtics	Result: L 104-108
Week 1	Date: Fri 27/10/2023	Opponent: Atlanta Hawks	Result: W 126-120
Week 1	Date: Sat 28/10/2023	Opponent: New Orleans Pelicans	Result: L 87-96
Week 2	Date: Tue 31/10/2023	Opponent: Cleveland Cavaliers	Result: W 109-91
Week 2	Date: Wed 01/11/2023	Opponent: Cleveland Cavaliers	Result: L 89-95
Week 2	Date: Fri 03/11/2023	Opponent: Milwaukee Bucks	Result: L 105-110
Week 3	Date: Mon 06/11/2023	Opponent: L.A. Clippers	Result: W 111-97
Week 3	Date: Wed 08/11/2023	Opponent: San Antonio Spurs	Result: W 126-105
Week 3	Date: Sun 12/11/2023	Opponent: Charlotte Hornets	Result: W 129-107
Week 4	Date: Mon 13/11/2023	Opponent: Boston Celtics	Result: L 98-114
Week 4	Date: Wed 15/11/2023	Opponent: Atlanta Hawks	Result: W 116-114
Week 4	Date: Fri 17/11/2023	Opponent: Washington Wizards	Result: W 120-99
Week 4	Date: Sat 18/11/2023	Opponent: Charlotte Hornets	Result: W 122-108
Week 5	Date: Mon 20/11/2023	Opponent: Minnesota Timberwolves	Result: L 100-117
Week 5	Date: Fri 24/11/2023	Opponent: Miami Heat	Result: W 100-98
Week 5	Date: Sun 26/11/2023	Opponent: Phoenix Suns	Result: L 113-116
Week 6	Date: Tue 28/11/2023	Opponent: Charlotte Hornets	Result: W 115-91
Week 6	Date: Thu 30/11/2023	Opponent: Detroit Pistons	Result: W 118-112
Week 6	Date: Fri 01/12/2023	Opponent: Toronto Raptors	Result: W 119-106
Week 7	Date: Tue 05/12/2023	Opponent: Milwaukee Bucks	Result: L 122-146
Week 7	Date: Fri 08/12/2023	Opponent: Boston Celtics	Result: L 123-133
Week 8	Date: Mon 11/12/2023	Opponent: Toronto Raptors	Result: W 136-130
Week 8	Date: Wed 13/12/2023	Opponent: Utah Jazz	Result: L 113-117
Week 8	Date: Fri 15/12/2023	Opponent: Phoenix Suns	Result: W 139-122
Week 8	Date: Sat 16/12/2023	Opponent: L.A. Clippers	Result: L 122-144
Week 9	Date: Mon 18/12/2023	Opponent: L.A. Lakers	Result: W 114-109
Week 9	Date: Wed 20/12/2023	Opponent: Brooklyn Nets	Result: W 121-102
Week 9	Date: Sat 23/12/2023	Opponent: Milwaukee Bucks	Result: L 111-130
Week 10	Date: Mon 25/12/2023	Opponent: Milwaukee Bucks	Result: W 129-122
Week 10	Date: Wed 27/12/2023	Opponent: Oklahoma City Thunder	Result: L 120-129
Week 10	Date: Fri 29/12/2023	Opponent: Orlando Magic	Result: L 108-117
Week 10	Date: Sat 30/12/2023	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: L 126-140
Week 11	Date: Mon 01/01/2024	Opponent: Minnesota Timberwolves	Result: W 112-106
Week 11	Date: Wed 03/01/2024	Opponent: Chicago Bulls	Result: W 116-100
Week 11	Date: Fri 05/01/2024	Opponent: Philadelphia 76ers	Result: W 128-92
Week 11	Date: Sat 06/01/2024	Opponent: Washington Wizards	Result: W 121-105
Week 12	Date: Tue 09/01/2024	Opponent: Portland Trail Blazers	Result: W 112-84
Week 12	Date: Thu 11/01/2024	Opponent: Dallas Mavericks	Result: L 124-128
Week 12	Date: Sat 13/01/2024	Opponent: Memphis Grizzlies	Result: W 106-94
Week 13	Date: Mon 15/01/2024	Opponent: Orlando Magic	Result: L 94-98
Week 13	Date: Wed 17/01/2024	Opponent: Houston Rockets	Result: W 109-94
Week 13	Date: Thu 18/01/2024	Opponent: Washington Wizards	Result: W 113-109
Week 13	Date: Sat 20/01/2024	Opponent: Toronto Raptors	Result: W 126-100
Week 14	Date: Tue 23/01/2024	Opponent: Brooklyn Nets	Result: W 108-103
Week 14	Date: Thu 25/01/2024	Opponent: Denver Nuggets	Result: W 122-84
Week 14	Date: Sat 27/01/2024	Opponent: Miami Heat	Result: W 125-109
Week 15	Date: Mon 29/01/2024	Opponent: Charlotte Hornets	Result: W 113-92
Week 15	Date: Tue 30/01/2024	Opponent: Utah Jazz	Result: W 118-103
Week 15	Date: Thu 01/02/2024	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: W 109-105
Week 15	Date: Sat 03/02/2024	Opponent: L.A. Lakers	Result: L 105-113
Week 16	Date: Tue 06/02/2024	Opponent: Memphis Grizzlies	Result: W 123-113
Week 16	Date: Thu 08/02/2024	Opponent: Dallas Mavericks	Result: L 108-122
Week 16	Date: Sat 10/02/2024	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: L 111-125
Week 17	Date: Mon 12/02/2024	Opponent: Houston Rockets	Result: L 103-105
Week 17	Date: Wed 14/02/2024	Opponent: Orlando Magic	Result: L 100-118
Week 18	Date: Thu 22/02/2024	Opponent: Philadelphia 76ers	Result: W 110-96
Week 18	Date: Sat 24/02/2024	Opponent: Boston Celtics	Result: L 102-116
Week 19	Date: Mon 26/02/2024	Opponent: Detroit Pistons	Result: W 113-111
Week 19	Date: Tue 27/02/2024	Opponent: New Orleans Pelicans	Result: L 92-115
Week 19	Date: Thu 29/02/2024	Opponent: Golden State Warriors	Result: L 99-110
Week 19	Date: Sun 03/03/2024	Opponent: Cleveland Cavaliers	Result: W 107-98
Week 20	Date: Tue 05/03/2024	Opponent: Atlanta Hawks	Result: L 100-116
Week 20	Date: Fri 08/03/2024	Opponent: Orlando Magic	Result: W 98-74
Week 20	Date: Sun 10/03/2024	Opponent: Philadelphia 76ers	Result: L 73-79
Week 21	Date: Tue 12/03/2024	Opponent: Philadelphia 76ers	Result: W 106-79
Week 21	Date: Thu 14/03/2024	Opponent: Portland Trail Blazers	Result: W 105-93
Week 21	Date: Sat 16/03/2024	Opponent: Sacramento Kings	Result: W 98-91
Week 22	Date: Mon 18/03/2024	Opponent: Golden State Warriors	Result: W 119-112
Week 22	Date: Thu 21/03/2024	Opponent: Denver Nuggets	Result: L 100-113
Week 22	Date: Sat 23/03/2024	Opponent: Brooklyn Nets	Result: W 105-93
Week 23	Date: Mon 25/03/2024	Opponent: Detroit Pistons	Result: W 124-99
Week 23	Date: Wed 27/03/2024	Opponent: Toronto Raptors	Result: W 145-101
Week 23	Date: Fri 29/03/2024	Opponent: San Antonio Spurs	Result: L 126-130
Week 23	Date: Sun 31/03/2024	Opponent: Oklahoma City Thunder	Result: L 112-113
Week 24	Date: Tue 02/04/2024	Opponent: Miami Heat	Result: L 99-109
Week 24	Date: Thu 04/04/2024	Opponent: Sacramento Kings	Result: W 120-109
Week 24	Date: Fri 05/04/2024	Opponent: Chicago Bulls	Result: L 100-108
Week 24	Date: Sun 07/04/2024	Opponent: Milwaukee Bucks	Result: W 122-109
Week 25	Date: Tue 09/04/2024	Opponent: Chicago Bulls	Result: W 128-117
Week 25	Date: Thu 11/04/2024	Opponent: Boston Celtics	Result: W 118-109
Week 25	Date: Fri 12/04/2024	Opponent: Brooklyn Nets	Result: W 111-107
Week 25	Date: Sun 14/04/2024	Opponent: Chicago Bulls	Result: W 120-119
Week 26	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 27	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 28	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 29	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 30	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 31	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 32	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 33	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 34	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 35	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 36	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 37	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 38	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 39	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 40	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 41	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 42	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 43	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 44	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 45	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 46	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 47	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 48	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 49	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 50	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 51	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 52	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 53	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 54	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 55	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 56	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 57	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 58	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 59	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 60	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 61	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 62	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE

Post Season

Week	Date	Opponent	Result
Conference Quarterfinals	Date: Sat 20/04/2024	Opponent: Philadelphia 76ers	Result: W 111-104
Conference Quarterfinals	Date: Mon 22/04/2024	Opponent: Philadelphia 76ers	Result: W 104-101
Conference Quarterfinals	Date: Thu 25/04/2024	Opponent: Philadelphia 76ers	Result: L 114-125
Conference Quarterfinals	Date: Sun 28/04/2024	Opponent: Philadelphia 76ers	Result: W 97-92
Conference Quarterfinals	Date: Tue 30/04/2024	Opponent: Philadelphia 76ers	Result: L 106-112
Conference Quarterfinals	Date: Thu 02/05/2024	Opponent: Philadelphia 76ers	Result: W 118-115
Conference Quarterfinals	Date: Sat 04/05/2024	Opponent: Philadelphia 76ers	Result: TBD
Conference Semifinals	Date: Mon 06/05/2024	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: W 121-117
Conference Semifinals	Date: Wed 08/05/2024	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: W 130-121
Conference Semifinals	Date: Fri 10/05/2024	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: L 106-111
Conference Semifinals	Date: Sun 12/05/2024	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: L 89-121
Conference Semifinals	Date: Tue 14/05/2024	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: W 121-91
Conference Semifinals	Date: Fri 17/05/2024	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: L 103-116
Conference Semifinals	Date: Sun 19/05/2024	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: L 109-130

Key Players for Betting on the New York Knicks

Knicks player markets are shaped by clear usage concentration and heavy minute allocation. When roles are defined, prop efficiency improves and volatility decreases, particularly in close games.

Jalen Brunson: Anchors points and assist props, with strong late-game usage and reliable free-throw volume.
Julius Randle: Drives rebounds and scoring props, especially in physical matchups where second-chance opportunities increase.
OG Anunoby: Provides value in defensive stats and matchup-driven scoring props tied to perimeter assignments.
Mitchell Robinson: Anchors rebounding and blocks props when minutes are stable and foul trouble is limited.

Make Money Betting on the New York Knicks in 2025–26

The Knicks remain one of the most consistent teams for bettors who value structure over spectacle. The strongest betting edges come from unders, opponent team total fades, and ATS positions in controlled-low-possession games. New York’s style minimizes blowouts and maximizes margin discipline, which the market does not always fully account for.

In the 2025–26 season, profitable Knicks betting comes from trusting pace control, rebounding dominance, and execution rather than chasing scoring narratives. When bettors align with how New York actually wins possessions, the long-term value becomes sustainable.