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New York Knicks vs Utah Jazz Betting Preview
Utah arrives at Madison Square Garden with momentum after a 123-110 comeback win in Brooklyn. The Jazz erupted for 42 points in the fourth quarter and hit six threes in the final period. Keyonte George scored 29, and Lauri Markkanen added 30. Seven Jazz players scored in the final frame, and their energy flipped the game late.
New York returned home Wednesday and handled Charlotte 119-104, but the Knicks were frustrated with their late-game focus. They led by 22 early in the fourth before allowing a 21-7 run. Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns anchored the win, but the starters stayed on the floor longer than expected. The Knicks remain elite at home with an 11-1 mark, and none of their wins at MSG have been by fewer than eight points.
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Line Movement and Odds
New York opened -14.5 and moved to -15.5. The Knicks draw the heavier portion of the handle, but some sharp interest sits on Utah due to the Jazz’s improved shot creation the past week.
The total opened 239 and ticked up to 240.5. Public bettors expect pace. Early specialists lean to the under with the Knicks’ defense at home and Utah playing a second road game in as many nights.
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Matchup Breakdown
Utah has scored in volume lately. They are top-12 in points per game and draw fouls at a high rate. Their free-throw volume keeps them competitive even when jumpers cool. They share the ball well and rebound effectively. The issue comes on the defensive end, especially guarding early-clock actions and rim pressure.
New York remains one of the league’s best home teams. Their spacing improves with Brunson controlling tempo, and Towns continues to anchor their scoring in the high post and on the glass. The Knicks rank near the top in threes made and hold opponents to 113 points per game. Their strength at MSG lies in reducing opponent efficiency and limiting second-chance scoring.
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Injuries and Conditions
New York Knicks
- Mitchell Robinson, ankle, out
- Donte DiVincenzo, knee, questionable
- Julius Randle, shoulder management, probable
See full New York Knicks injury report.
Utah Jazz
- Walker Kessler, elbow, out
- Collin Sexton, hand, questionable
- Taylor Hendricks, hip, probable
See full Utah Jazz injury report. Indoor matchup, no weather impact.
Best Bets and Prediction
Utah’s offense can keep stretches competitive, but New York’s defense at home remains a major separator. The Knicks’ rebounding edge and half-court scoring should control pace and margin.
Projected Score: Knicks 120, Jazz 113
Best Bet: Jazz +15.5
Secondary Lean: Under 240.5
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