Suns vs Knicks Prediction and NBA Tips - 16 December 2023
Last updated: Dec 16, 2023, 3:10AM | Published: Dec 14, 2023, 10:06PM
The Phoenix Suns will face the New York Knicks in NBA action at Footprint Center on Saturday, starting at 2:00pm AEDT.
With star players Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal, the Suns are looking to overcome a Knicks team that includes Jalen Brunson, Julius Randle and RJ Barrett.
Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Suns vs Knicks game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are detailed below.
Who Will Win: Suns vs Knicks
Using state-of-the-art computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Saturday's Phoenix-New York NBA game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Suns a 69% chance of defeating the Knicks at Footprint Center.
More: Suns vs Knicks Match Centre
Suns vs Knicks: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Saturday's NBA game at Footprint Center are shown below:
- Head to Head: Suns $1.55, Knicks $2.78
- Line: Suns -5 ($1.99), Knicks +5 ($1.96)
- Total (Over/Under 230.5 Points): Over $1.98, Under $1.95
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Betfair currently has the Suns at $1.55 and the Knicks at $2.78.
The Suns are 5-point favourites against the Knicks, with odds of $1.99 currently on offer at Betfair.
For the underdog Knicks (+5) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $1.96.
The Over/Under for total points scored is set at 230.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.98 and odds for the Under at $1.95.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the bookmakers have got it right and both the Suns and the Knicks have a 50% chance of covering the line.
The Over/Under total of 230.5 points has a 52% chance of staying Under.
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Suns vs Knicks: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Phoenix at $1.55 with Betfair (69% probability)
- Line: Suns -5 at $1.99 with Betfair (50% probability)
- Total Points: Under 230.5 at $1.95 with Betfair (52% probability)
These Suns vs Knicks predictions are based on complex simulations and wagering experience to help you place more informed bets with your chosen online bookie.
Suns vs Knicks: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Suns vs Knicks at Footprint Center this Saturday has the Suns winning 117-112.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
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Suns vs Knicks: Player Props
Player props are an enjoyable way to bet on Suns vs Knicks without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to project key individual stats for each team, such as points, rebounds and assists.
Devin Booker is expected to lead the way for the Suns with 32 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists, while Jalen Brunson is projected to finish with 28 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists for the Knicks.
Suns Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Devin Booker | 32 | 4 | 7 |
| Kevin Durant | 28 | 7 | 6 |
| Bradley Beal | 24 | 3 | 6 |
| Grayson Allen | 12 | 3 | 2 |
| Jusuf Nurkic | 12 | 8 | 4 |
Knicks Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Brunson | 28 | 4 | 5 |
| Julius Randle | 25 | 8 | 4 |
| RJ Barrett | 17 | 4 | 2 |
| Immanuel Quickley | 16 | 3 | 3 |
| Donte DiVincenzo | 9 | 4 | 3 |
Our model updates regularly, so refresh this page for the latest betting analysis before the Phoenix vs New York game at Footprint Center.
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Suns vs Knicks: Preview
The NBA match-up between the Suns and Knicks at Footprint Center is scheduled to commence at 2:00pm AEDT on Saturday.
- Teams: Phoenix Suns vs New York Knicks
- Date: Saturday 16 December 2023
- Time: 2:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Footprint Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise noted.
Our Phoenix vs New York predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of expert 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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