Miami Heat vs New York Knicks Prediction: The Knicks are being underestimated

Miami Heat vs New York Knicks: Prediction for the Match on November 18, 2025

Prediction for the NBA match which will be held on November 18. Who will be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

Miami Heat: form and statistics

The Heat took the court at Madison Square Garden without Bam Adebayo, but still managed to give the Knicks a competitive game. Erik Spoelstra’s team, true to their style this season, attacked quickly and scored over 130 points. However, Miami allowed even more, losing 132–140. The Heat gave up 32 assists and were out-rebounded 46–51.

The top scorer for the Floridians was Norman Powell with 38 points. Jaime Harkes contributed 23 points and 9 rebounds, Caleb Wear recorded a double-double with 15 points and 10 rebounds, and Davion Mitchell had 11 assists.

This marks Miami’s second consecutive loss, following a 116–130 road defeat to Cleveland. The team’s overall record is now 7–6. In the Eastern Conference standings, the Heat currently sit in eighth place. Additionally, the team ranks second in offensive scoring, averaging 125.3 points per game. Overall, Miami’s new fast-paced style of basketball is starting to show positive results.

New York Knicks: form and statistics

The Knicks were temporarily without Jalen Brunson, but in their home game against Miami, Mike Brown’s team wasn’t hindered by the absence of their leader. New York moved the ball exceptionally well, committing only 8 turnovers on 32 assists. The team also made an impressive 21 three-pointers out of 53 attempts.

Karl-Anthony Towns scored 39 points, Landry Shamet added 36, and Josh Hart recorded a triple-double with 12 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists. Mikal Bridges played 42 minutes, contributing 15 points.

In the Eastern Conference standings, the Knicks continue to chase Detroit, sitting in second place with an 8–4 record. Mike Brown’s squad ranks fourth in offensive scoring, averaging 122.1 points per game, while defensively, New York is solidly 12th, allowing 115.3 points per game.

Miami Heat vs New York Knicks: head to head statistics

The season series is currently tied 1–1.

In the previous regular season, New York won all three head-to-head matchups against Miami.

Miami Heat vs New York Knicks: Betting Tips & Odds

• Four of the last five head-to-head meetings between the teams were won by New York. You can bet on W2 at odds of 2.00 with 1xBet.
• New York has covered a 1.5-point spread in six of their last seven games. You can bet on H2 +1.5 at odds of 1.91 with Betway.
• n four of their previous games, Miami scored more than 245 points. You can bet on TO 245.5 points at odds of 2.23 with 1xBet.
• New York has scored more than 122 points in four of their last five games. You can bet on NYK team total over 122.5 at odds of 2.22 with bet365.
• Miami has scored more than 123 points in four of their last five meetings. You can bet on MIA team total over 123.5 at odds of 2.13 with 1xBet.

Miami Heat vs New York Knicks: Bookmakers' odds for the match

Miami is a slight favorite in this game. A bet on a Heat victory with 1xBet is priced at 1.80, while a wager on New York is offered at 2.00. The point spread is set at 1.5 points. A bet on Miami winning by 1–5 points comes with odds of 5.50.

The total is set at 241.5 points. Miami’s team total is 121.5 points, and New York’s team total is 120.5 points. A bet that both teams will score over 120.5 points is available at odds of 3.20.

Miami Heat vs New York Knicks match prediction 18 November 2025

New York is without Jalen Brunson and also lost OG Anunoby to injury, but the team has enough depth to contend in Florida even without these two key players. Miami is also still missing Bam Adebayo. We believe the Knicks are being underestimated in the upcoming game. A bet on the visitors is recommended, and we also expect a very high-scoring affair, as both teams rank among the top four in offensive rating.

Our main prediction: is Total Over 241.5 for a coefficient of 1.67 in the betway bookmaker.

Our betting tip on the match: is H2 (1.5) for a coefficient 1.99 in the 1xbet bookmaker.

Our final betting tip on the match: is W2 for a coefficient 2.05 in the bet365 bookmaker.