Philadelphia 76ers vs New York Knicks Prediction: Will the Knicks be able to handle their opponent?

Prediction for the NBA match which will take place on January 6. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

Philadelphia 76ers

In the last game, Joel Embiid, who had recovered from injury, returned to the Seventy Sixers lineup. Of course, it got easier for the Phils, and Nick Nurse's team confidently beat Chicago 110:97 at home. Embiid was the most productive for the 76ers, scoring 31 points + 15 rebounds + 10 assists.

Without Embiid, Philadelphia had played four games before - they beat Orlando (112:92) and Houston (131:127) but lost to Miami (113:119) and Chicago (92:105).

New York Knicks

The Knicks played two previous matches at home, having lost three consecutive away games before - Oklahoma (120:129), Orlando (108:117), and Indiana (126:140). But the team managed to prove themselves better at home. First New York beat Western Conference leader Minnesota (112:106), and then confidently coped with Chicago (116:100).

The Knicks are 19-15 overall - the New Yorkers are in the top-6 of the Eastern Conference.

Expert Betting Tips

Philadelphia and New York have great defensive potential, so they play more often against each other in low-scoring matches. Perhaps the upcoming meeting will be no exception. Especially Joel Embiid is back on the court, which significantly adds to the effectiveness of Phil's defense. We'll bet on a total under on points and three-pointers - the 76ers are third in perimeter defense.