Knicks vs Pacers Prediction and NBA Tips - 9 May 2024
Last updated: May 9, 2024, 12:03AM | Published: May 7, 2024, 7:04AM
The New York Knicks will take on the Indiana Pacers in the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on Thursday, beginning at 10:00am AEST.
Led by the likes of Jalen Brunson, Donte DiVincenzo and OG Anunoby, the Knicks are looking to overcome a Pacers side that includes Pascal Siakam, Myles Turner and Tyrese Haliburton.
Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Knicks vs Pacers game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are featured in this article.
Who Will Win: Knicks vs Pacers
Using detailed computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Thursday's New York-Indiana NBA Playoffs game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Knicks a 61% chance of defeating the Pacers at Madison Square Garden.
More: Knicks vs Pacers Match Centre
Knicks vs Pacers: Odds
The current Betfair betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at Madison Square Garden are shown here:
- Head to Head: Knicks $1.60, Pacers $2.64
- Line: Knicks -4.5 ($1.98), Pacers +4.5 ($1.97)
- Total (Over/Under 219.5 Points): Over $2.06, Under $1.90
Odds via Betfair are correct at time of publishing and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Betfair currently has the Knicks at $1.60 and the Pacers at $2.64.
The Knicks are listed as 4.5-point favourites against the Pacers, with odds of $1.98 currently available at Betfair.
For the underdog Pacers (+4.5) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $1.97.
The Over/Under for Knicks vs Pacers has been set at 219.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $2.06 and odds for the Under at $1.90.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Pacers (+4.5) have a 52% chance of covering the line, while the Over/Under total of 219.5 points has a 51% chance of staying Under.
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Knicks vs Pacers: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: New York at $1.60 with Betfair (61% probability)
- Line: Pacers +4.5 at $1.97 with Betfair (52% probability)
- Total Points: Over 219.5 at $2.06 with Betfair (0.5% edge)
Today's Knicks vs Pacers best bets are based on market-leading modelling and betting intelligence to give you the best possible advice 24/7.
Despite the Under being more likely to hit in this game, Over 219.5 is our best bet due to the better odds ($2.06) that are available from Betfair.
Knicks vs Pacers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Knicks vs Pacers at Madison Square Garden on Thursday has the Knicks winning 110-107.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full betting coverage of New York vs Indiana on Thursday, including pre-game predictions, free tips, and live win probabilities.
Knicks vs Pacers: Player Props
Player props are an enjoyable way to bet on Knicks vs Pacers without necessarily betting on the outcome of Thursday's game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to predict key individual stats for each team, such as points, rebounds and assists.
Jalen Brunson is expected to lead the Knicks with 41 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists, while Pascal Siakam is projected to finish with 23 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists for the Pacers.
Knicks Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Brunson | 41 | 5 | 7 |
| Donte DiVincenzo | 23 | 5 | 4 |
| OG Anunoby | 17 | 5 | 3 |
| Josh Hart | 16 | 13 | 6 |
| Isaiah Hartenstein | 12 | 11 | 5 |
Pacers Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pascal Siakam | 23 | 7 | 5 |
| Myles Turner | 22 | 7 | 2 |
| Tyrese Haliburton | 18 | 4 | 9 |
| Aaron Nesmith | 12 | 5 | 2 |
| T.J. McConnell | 12 | 3 | 5 |
Our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting tips before the New York vs Indiana game at Madison Square Garden.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets for the best tips for every NBA game, as well as a host of other sports that we offer predictions on.
Knicks vs Pacers: Preview
The NBA game between the Knicks and Pacers in the NBA Playoffs is scheduled to start at 10:00am AEST on Thursday.
- Teams: New York Knicks vs Indiana Pacers
- Date: Thursday 9 May 2024
- Time: 10:00am AEST
- Venue: Madison Square Garden
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) unless otherwise stated.
Our New York vs Indiana predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics 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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