Wizards vs Knicks: AI Prediction

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Expectations are sky-high for the New York Knicks this season, though they stumbled out of the gate to start the year. However, they’ve found their stride since their narrow NBA Cup exit to the Hawks (108-110), stringing together seven consecutive wins. Their most recent victories came against the Spurs (117-114), Magic (108-85), and Wizards (136-132). This hot streak has propelled the Knicks to a 22-10 record, placing them third in the Eastern Conference.

The Washington Wizards have provided some entertaining games this season, but unfortunately, that hasn’t translated into success in the win column. Washington currently holds the worst record in the Eastern Conference at 5-24, sitting at the bottom of the standings. The team has already endured a grueling 16-game losing streak and has gone just 3-22 over its last 25 outings. Their most recent effort against the Knicks was a hard-fought battle but ended in a 136-132 overtime loss in the nation’s capital.

Individually, Justin Champagnie was a standout in the losing effort, scoring 31 points on an impressive 13-of-15 (86.7%) shooting performance while also leading the team with 10 rebounds. Malcolm Brogdon contributed 22 points and a team-leading seven assists, showing his value as a playmaker.

Knicks Preview

In their latest overtime win against the Wizards on Saturday, New York entered as 13.5-point favorites but failed to cover in the close four-point victory. The Knicks outperformed Washington in field goal percentage (52.6% to 51.5%) and turnovers (15 to 17), but the Wizards held advantages in three-point shooting (44.7% to 25.0%) and rebounding (44 to 43). Individually, Jalen Brunson delivered a career-best performance, scoring a season-high 55 points, while Karl-Anthony Towns contributed a dominant double-double with 30 points and 14 rebounds.

However, the Knicks face some injury concerns heading into their next matchup. Brunson is listed as day-to-day with calf tightness, and center Mitchell Robinson remains sidelined with a foot injury. These absences could impact their momentum in the short term. 

Warriors Preview

For the season, the Wizards are averaging 108.4 points per game, ranking 24th in the NBA. They’ve struggled with shooting efficiency, hitting just 44.2% of their field goal attempts (28th) and 32.9% of their three-pointers (28th). Defensively, Washington has been a liability, allowing 122.3 points per game, the most in the league. These shortcomings have made it difficult for the Wizards to find any consistent success this season. 

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New York Knicks Trends:

1. Winning Streak:some text
   • The Knicks are on a seven-game winning streak and have climbed to 22-10, third in the Eastern Conference.
   • New York has won seven straight games against the Wizards.
2. Against the Spread (ATS):some text
   • The Knicks are 4-1 ATS in their last five games as road favorites.
   • They have consistently covered spreads during their recent winning streak.
3. Team Performance:some text
   • The Knicks are averaging 117.5 points per game over their last four games.
   • They excel defensively, ranking in the top 10 for opponent field goal percentage.
4. Player Highlights:some text
   • Jalen Brunson scored a season-high 55 points in their last game against the Wizards.
   • Karl-Anthony Towns contributed a double-double in the same game.

Washington Wizards Trends:

1. Struggles:some text
   • The Wizards are currently 5-24, the worst record in the Eastern Conference.
   • They have lost 7 consecutive games against the Knicks.
2. Against the Spread (ATS):some text
   • The Wizards are 1-4 ATS in their last five home games.
   • As home underdogs, they’ve struggled to cover spreads consistently.
3. Offensive and Defensive Woes:some text
   • Washington averages just 108.4 points per game (24th in the NBA) and ranks last in points allowed at 122.3 per game.
   • Their defense ranks near the bottom of the league in opponent three-point shooting percentage and overall defensive efficiency.
4. Inconsistent Playmakers:some text
   • Despite a strong individual effort by Justin Champagnie (31 points, 10 rebounds) in their last game, the team lacks consistent contributors.
   • Key players like Kyle Kuzma and Saddiq Bey are dealing with injuries, further depleting the roster.

Head-to-Head Trends:

• The last meeting between these teams resulted in a 136-132 overtime win for the Knicks on December 28, 2024.
• The total has gone over in three of the last four matchups between the teams

My Knicks vs Wizards AI Prediction

The Knicks remain without Mitchell Robinson, and Jalen Brunson is listed as questionable,  while the Wizards are monitoring Anthony Gill and Jordan Poole. This is a matchup where checking the lineups before tipoff is crucial, particularly with Brunson’s availability in doubt. If Brunson is sidelined, the Wizards could have a legitimate chance to keep this game within the spread.

While the Knicks would typically dominate this matchup, the Wizards showed resilience in their previous meeting on Saturday, making themselves a tough opponent. If they bring a similar level of effort, they could make this game more competitive than expected.

Selection: Wizards +11.5

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