Knicks vs 76ers Prediction and NBA Tips - 7 May 2026
Last updated: May 6, 2026, 11:10PM | Published: May 6, 2026, 1:06PM
The New York Knicks will sqaure off with the Philadelphia 76ers in the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on Thursday, starting at 9:00am AEST.
Led by the likes of Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby, the Knicks are aiming to beat a 76ers side that includes Tyrese Maxey, Paul George and VJ Edgecombe.
This article features Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Knicks vs 76ers game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Thursday's New York vs Philadelphia NBA Playoffs game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Knicks a 79% chance of winning against the 76ers at Madison Square Garden.
Knicks vs 76ers: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at Madison Square Garden are shown here:
- Head to Head: Knicks $1.22, 76ers $4.50
- Line: Knicks -10.5 ($1.91), 76ers +10.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 214 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Knicks at $1.22 and the 76ers at $4.50.
The Knicks are listed as 10.5-point favourites against the 76ers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog 76ers (+10.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 214 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the 76ers (+10.5) are predicted to cover the line 53% of the time, while the 214-point over/under is expected to go over 52% of the time.
Knicks vs 76ers: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Philadelphia at $4.50 with Bet365
- Line: 76ers +10.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 214 at $1.91 with Bet365
Our Knicks vs 76ers betting tips are based on detailed simulations and wagering expertise to bring you the best possible advice 24/7/365.
While the Knicks have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the 76ers to win is our preferred option due to the edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges published on Stats Insider is crucial to being profitable in the long run.
Knicks vs 76ers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Knicks vs 76ers at Madison Square Garden on Thursday is the Knicks winning 112-102.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the New York vs Philadelphia game on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Knicks vs 76ers prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Our model updates frequently, so keep checking this article for the latest betting predictions before the New York vs Philadelphia game.
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Knicks vs 76ers: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Knicks and 76ers in the NBA Playoffs is scheduled to start at 9:00am AEST on Thursday.
- Teams: New York Knicks vs Philadelphia 76ers
- Date: Thursday 7 May 2026
- Time: 9:00am AEST
- Venue: Madison Square Garden
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our New York vs Philadelphia predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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