NY Knicks (4-5) at Philadelphia (2-7)
- When: Nov 12 2024, 8:30 PM
- Where: Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia, PA, USA
- TV: TNT
Game Odds, Spread, Moneyline & Total
New York Knicks @ Philadelphia 76ers
Moneyline
New York Knicks -160
Philadelphia 76ers +135
New York Knicks @ Philadelphia 76ers
Point Spread
New York Knicks -3.0 (-110)
Philadelphia 76ers 3.0 (-110)
New York Knicks @ Philadelphia 76ers
Total
Over 212.5 (-110)
Under 212.5 (-110)
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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Key Players:
NY Knicks: Jalen Brunson
Philadelphia: Paul George
Team Stats
| Knicks | 76ers | |
| 4-5 | Record | 2-7 |
| 2-4 | Away & Home | 1-3 |
| 4-5 | Last 10 | 2-7 |
| L1 | Streak | W1 |
Last Matchup:
NYK 118-115, May 2nd, 2024
Game Preview
Joel Embiid is set to make his season debut on Tuesday as the Philadelphia 76ers host the struggling New York Knicks in an NBA Cup group-stage matchup. Both teams are part of East Group A, which includes the Brooklyn Nets, Orlando Magic, and Charlotte Hornets, making this a crucial game for two squads looking to build momentum.
Philadelphia has been unable to fully showcase its planned trio of Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Paul George. Embiid missed the entire preseason and the first nine games, initially due to knee soreness and later serving a three-game suspension. George, who sat out the first five games with a knee issue, recently returned, but Maxey is sidelined for several weeks with a hamstring injury.
Despite these setbacks, the 76ers snapped a five-game losing streak on Sunday, rallying in overtime to beat the Charlotte Hornets 107-105 after blowing a 16-point lead. "Having Embiid back will make everyone’s job easier," said George. Last season, Embiid averaged career highs of 34.7 points, 11 rebounds, and 5.6 assists per game.
Embiid’s first test will come against the Knicks, who eliminated the 76ers in the first round of last year’s playoffs. Knicks guard Jalen Brunson shined in that series, averaging 35.5 points and 9 assists per game, while Embiid delivered 33 points and 10.8 rebounds on average.
The Knicks, however, have had a rocky start this season, losing three of their last four games, including tough losses to the Houston Rockets and Indiana Pacers. Brunson (33 points) and newcomer Karl-Anthony Towns (30 points) led New York in Sunday’s 132-121 loss to Indiana, where poor 3-point shooting (7-of-25) was costly.
"We’re giving up way too much," Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau said, calling for stronger defense. "If we’re relying only on offense, we won’t be a good team."
With both teams seeking a boost, Embiid’s return adds an extra layer of excitement—and potential betting interest—to this early NBA Cup showdown.
NBA Parlay Picks & Predictions
Final Score: Philadelphia 105-102
Expert Pick: Philadelphia (+135) & Under 212½
A $100 Parlay Bet will return $449
- NBA Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
