The New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers will meet for the third time this season.
My Knicks vs 76ers predictions call for a close, high-scoring matchup and a dominant performance from Joel Embiid.
Here are my free NBA picks for this heavyweight Eastern Conference showdown on Saturday, January 24.
Knicks vs 76ers prediction
Knicks vs 76ers best bet: Joel Embiid Over 38.5 points+rebounds+assists (-115)
After some early-season struggles, Joel Embiid is rounding into form. Across his last 11 games, he’s averaged 40.6 PRA and hit the Over on his line seven times.
Embiid has been more productive at home than on the road this season, averaging 35.8 PRA at Xfinity Mobile Arena compared to 34.9 on the road. He’s also reached the Over on this combo line in three straight and four of his last six at home.
Saturday’s matchup against a healthy New York Knicks team will require Embiid to be at his best. He went for 26/10/5 in his first matchup with New York, and I expect him to stay productive in a key game in front of the home crowd.
Knicks vs 76ers same-game parlay
The Philadelphia 76ers are 12-12 straight up at home, while New York is just 8-12 on the road. This game is essentially a pick ’em, and picking the Sixers to win outright is slightly more profitable than picking them to cover a one-point spread.
I’ll give the home team the advantage, which has a surprisingly clean injury report.
Both teams are expected to be at full strength on Saturday, which should lead to plenty of scoring. Embiid has been hot as of late, and Tyrese Maxey is one of the top scorers in the Association.
With a pair of great scorers and strong role players, Philadelphia can put up points here. Likewise, Jalen Brunson is an electric scorer with a strong supporting cast, and New York should have no problem getting buckets.
Knicks vs 76ers SGP
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Joel Embiid Over 38.5 points+rebounds+assists
Our “from downtown” SGP: Brunson balls out
Jalen Brunson has scored at least 28 in 21 of 39 games overall, and he dropped 31 in his last matchup with Philadelphia.
Knicks vs 76ers SGP
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Joel Embiid Over 38.5 points+rebounds+assists
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Jalen Brunson Over 27.5 points
Knicks vs 76ers odds
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Spread: Knicks -1 (-105) | 76ers +1 (-115)
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Moneyline: Knicks -110 | 76ers -110
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Over/Under: Over 229 | Under 229
Knicks vs 76ers betting trend to know
The Philadelphia 76ers have hit the team total Under in 26 of their last 40 home games (+10.10 Units / 22% ROI). Find more NBA betting trends for Knicks vs. 76ers.
How to watch Knicks vs 76ers
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Location |
Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia, PA |
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Date |
Saturday, January 24, 2026 |
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Tip-off |
3:00 p.m. ET |
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TV |
ABC |
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