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2021 NBA Handicapping
(2-1) Philadelphia 76ers vs. New York Knicks (2-1)
Date: Tuesday, October 26th
Time: 7:30 PM EST
Venue: Madison Square Garden, New York, NY
NBA Moneyline Odds: 76ers -105 | Knicks -116 (Bet Now!)
NBA Betting Odds: 76ers -1.5
NBA Betting Total: 216
Tuesday, October 26th finds Atlantic Division rivals the Philadelphia 76ers facing the New York Knicks for the first time this season. Both teams enter on the second game of a back-to-back set.
The Sixers battled a scrappy Thunder squad for their second win while the Knicks coughed up a 13-point lead to the lowly Magic for their first loss of the young season.
Last season, the squads played three times with the 76ers sweeping the series. The 76ers hold the all-time record having bested the Knicks in 259 of their 460 matches.
Philadelphia 76ers
The Ben Simmons situation in Philly is ongoing and will be a constant daily distraction for the team. While mental health is just as important as physical health it’s much harder to pinpoint a recovery timeline.
And while his teammates address the constant questions from the media something that has gone largely undiscussed is Joel Embiid is dealing with a sore knee but has played two consecutive games in spite of the injury.
It is undoubtedly slowing him some and became more prevalent particularly in the final quarter when the scrappy Thunder youngsters began attacking the rim and forced Philly to keep their starters on the court until the buzzer.
Regardless of the injury, he was still the best player on the court producing an impressive stat line of 22 points, nine rebounds, six assists, a steal, three blocks, and hit two 3-pointers.
Credit him for playing through the pain — especially considering how cautious the team was in past years about not pushing him to return from minor injuries in fear of another major injury leading to a prolonged absence.
He’s definitely in better condition than past seasons as he committed to a more complete off-court plan last season including slimming down some and eating healthier.
The big man got some major help from Seth Curry who scored 23 points in the opening quarter hitting six 3-pointers to help push the 76ers to a 10-point lead. He finished with 28 points and joined his fellow starters plus Georges Niang who all registered double-figures.
New York Knicks
It’s been a while since the team from the Mecca started the season with so much hype and excitement surrounding it. Winning in double overtime home opener against the Celtics got things rolling.
They followed it up with a 126-96 thrashing of the Magic taking (54) and making (24) the most 3-pointers in franchise history. With the Magic in their house to finish the home and home, however, the Knicks forgot one simple rule – ANY team can win on any given night.
Orlando arrived short of several core talents but their youngsters rose to the occasion erasing a 13 point deficit and winning by six (110-104). They did it by using the same mantra that made the Knicks successful last season — playing gritty defense and making their opponent work.
Julius Randle (30 points, 16 rebounds) and Mitchell Robinson (10 points, 10 rebounds) registered double-doubles and five Knicks offered double-digit scoring efforts.
NBA Betting Trends:
- The 76ers are 10-0 in the last 10 head to head
- The Knicks are 5-4-1 ATS in their last 10 meetings
- Over Under is 4-6 in the teams last 10 head to head matchups
Free Philadelphia 76ers vs. New York Knicks NBA Prediction:
Undoubtedly the biggest question will be whether Embiid plays given his knee soreness.
4* Free NBA Betting Pick: 76ers -1.5
MSG is rocking again and the Knicks will be motivated to get back in the win column. If Embiid plays though I prefer the 76ers to capture the victory — if he’s out New York gains a big edge.
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