Knicks vs Cavaliers Prediction and NBA Tips - 12 November 2026
Last updated: Nov 12, 2026, 12:11AM | Published: Nov 11, 2026, 2:01PM
The New York Knicks will sqaure off with the Cleveland Cavaliers in NBA action at Madison Square Garden on Thursday, beginning at 11:00am AEDT.
Led by star players Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby, the Knicks are looking to overcome a Cavaliers team that includes Donovan Mitchell, James Harden and Evan Mobley.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Knicks vs Cavaliers game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Utilising trusted machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Thursday's New York vs Cleveland NBA game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Knicks a 64% chance of defeating the Cavaliers at Madison Square Garden.
Knicks vs Cavaliers: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at Madison Square Garden are shown here:
- Head to Head: Knicks $1.48, Cavaliers $2.75
- Line: Knicks -4.5 ($1.87), Cavaliers +4.5 ($1.95)
- Total (Over/Under 221.5 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 $1.48 and the Cavaliers at $2.75.
The Knicks are listed as 4.5-point favourites against the Cavaliers, with odds of $1.87 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Cavaliers (+4.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.95.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 221.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Cavaliers (+4.5) are predicted to cover the line 53% of the time, while the 221.5-point over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Knicks vs Cavaliers: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Cleveland at $2.75 with Bet365
- Line: Cavaliers +4.5 at $1.95 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 221.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Our Knicks vs Cavaliers predictions are based on market-leading modelling and wagering expertise to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Knicks have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Cavaliers to win is our preferred option because of the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges seen on Stats Insider is one of the keys to achieving long-term profitability.
Knicks vs Cavaliers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Knicks vs Cavaliers at Madison Square Garden on Thursday is the Knicks winning 112-108.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the New York vs Cleveland game on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Knicks vs Cavaliers prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting tips before the New York vs Cleveland game.
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Knicks vs Cavaliers: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Knicks and Cavaliers at Madison Square Garden is scheduled to start at 11:00am AEDT on Thursday.
- Teams: New York Knicks vs Cleveland Cavaliers
- Date: Thursday 12 November 2026
- Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Venue: Madison Square Garden
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our New York vs Cleveland predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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