by Rod Pearson
Thursday, Mar 06, 2025
Game Time: 10:30 pm ET, Friday, March 7, 2025
Venue: Intuit Dome, Inglewood, CA
Where to Watch: KTLA
Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks
DraftKings: Point Spread: Knicks +3, Clippers -3; Over/Under: 224.5 points
Bet365: Point Spread: Knicks +3, Clippers -3; Over/Under: 224.5 points
BetMGM: Point Spread: Knicks +3, Clippers -3; Over/Under: 224.5 points
Season Record
New York Knicks: 40-21 (2nd place, Atlantic Division)
Los Angeles Clippers: 33-29 (3rd place, Pacific Division)
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New York Knicks: 6-4 last 10
Los Angeles Clippers: 4-6 last 10
New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Clippers Preview and Analysis
The Knicks are entering this game with a 40-21 record overall this season and they are 19-10 in their road games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game off a loss against the Golden State Warriors, but this is also the 2nd game of a back-to-back for them with their game against the Los Angeles Lakers still to be played on Thursday night. In their game against the Warriors, OG Anunoby led the team in points in that game with 29 while Jalen Brunson was next on the team with 25 points. Jalen Brunson led the team in assists in that game with 7 while Precious Achiuwa led the team in rebounds with 15. They were 44.6% from the field, 24.2% from 3-point range, and 80% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 117.4 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 112.9 PPG against them. The Knicks have an ATS record of 28-32-1 this season and their O/U record is 34-26-1.
The Clippers are entering this game with a 33-29 record overall this season and they are 20-10 in their home games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game off a win against the Detroit Pistons. James Harden led the team in points in that game with 50 while Bogdan Bogdanović was next on the team with 23 points. Kris Dunn led the team in assists in that game with 6 while Ivica Zubac led the team in rebounds with 11. They were 55% from the field, 54.2% from 3-point range, and 84.6% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 110.9 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 108.9 PPG against them. The Clippers have an ATS record of 33-29 this season and their O/U record is 27-33-2.
Knicks vs Clippers Prediction
The current betting odds have the Clippers listed as a 3 point favorite in this game according to Draftkings Sportsbook. The Clippers have looked good in their games this season with their 33-29 record overall which has them right in the middle of the West, but that record also has them in a play-in spot and not a true playoff spot. They have been sliding down the standings lately as the teams around them are starting to get hot, but they are still in the race for a true playoff spot. They have looked great on their home court this year with their 20-10 home record. Meanwhile, the Knicks have looked really good in their games this season with their 40-21 record overall which has them right near the top of the East and in a playoff spot. They have also been a good road team with their 19-10 road record. They are 6-4 in their last 10 games, but they are coming off a home loss to the Warriors in their last one and lately they have been struggling against top teams in the NBA. The Clippers aren't a top team in the NBA, but they are a really good team and they are catching the Knicks at a good time here. The Knicks have struggled in big games lately and they aren't in a great situation here since they have a big game against the Lakers on Thursday night, playing this game against the Clippers on a back-to-back with no rest. The Clippers haven't looked great lately as they are 4-6 in their last 10 games and have also been in a bit of a slump lately, but they got a much needed win over the Pistons in their last one and will be looking to take advantage of the Knicks in this bad situation. The Knicks have also been dealing with some injuries lately. The Clippers need to get themselves back on track in the West and this is a great opportunity for them to do so. The best way to place a bet here is on the Clippers to cover the spread in this game.
Knicks Clippers Prediction: Our NBA Pick for Friday, March 7, 2025 (10:30 pm ET start time) is Clippers 120 Knicks 115.
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NBA Betting Trends
New York Knicks: 26-14 ATS on the road when playing 6 or less games in 14 days. 7-4 ATS on the road versus teams who average 9 or more steals/game on the season. 7-4 UNDER on the road against Pacific division opponents.
Los Angeles Clippers: 24-32 ATS when playing against a good team (Win Pct. 60% to 70%). 25-33 ATS versus good teams - outscoring their opponents by 3+ points/game. 31-23 UNDER when playing against a good team (Win Pct. 60% to 70%). 9-5 UNDER at home off an upset win as an underdog.
Key Injuries
New York Knicks: O. Anunoby (PF) Day To Day - Thumb. M. Robinson (C) Day To Day - Ankle. P. Achiuwa (C) Day To Day - Hamstring. A. Hukporti (C) Out - Knee.
Los Angeles Clippers: K. Leonard (SF) Day To Day - Rest. B. Simmons (PG) Day To Day - Knee. D. Jones (SF) Day To Day - Knee. N. Powell (SG) Out - Hamstring.
Notable Quotes
"It felt great. After missing 10 months, it was like, finally back at the Garden. Going out there, putting on a show, you miss it." - Mitchell Robinson on returning to the Knicks lineup in their loss to the Warriors on Tuesday.
“To see him come out and score 50 on a back-to-back, at the age of 35, just says a lot about him and competing every night and playing 38 minutes again on a back-to-back. But we needed every bit of it.” - Tyronn Lue on James Harden after his team’s win against the Pistons in their game on Wednesday.
Starting Lineups
New York Knicks
PG Jalen Brunson
SG Mikal Bridges
SF Josh Hart
PF OG Anunoby
C Karl-Anthony Towns
Los Angeles Clippers
PG James Harden
SG Kris Dunn
SF Amir Coffey
PF Nicolas Batum
C Ivica Zubac
Statistical Leaders
New York Knicks
PPG: J. Brunson (26.1)
APG: J. Brunson (7.4)
Reb/G: K. Towns (13.4)
Los Angeles Clippers
PPG: N. Powell (23.8)
APG: J. Harden (8.6)
Reb/G: I. Zubac (12.5)
Coaches:
New York Knicks: Tom Thibodeau (5th season)
Los Angeles Clippers: Tyronn Lue (5th season)
Rod Pearson
About the Author:
Rod Pearson has been a rabid sports fan his entire life. He grew up in Ontario, and was skilled in both hockey and baseball, and pitched in an elite baseball league for many years. In 2022, Rod decided to hang up his glove, so that he could write about the sports he loves -- but from a gambling perspective. Join Rod every day as he breaks down the games to find the best betting value.
