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Knicks vs. Warriors prediction: Golden State to win, Stephen Curry projected for 28 points in Thursday's NBA game [1/15/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get New York Knicks vs Golden State Warriors predictions for NBA Thursday.
The Golden State Warriors and New York Knicks will meet in NBA action at Chase Center on Thursday, with tipoff at 10:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury news, Dimers' advanced NBA model projects the Warriors as the most likely winner of the Knicks vs. Warriors game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Warriors lineup will feature stars like Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler and De'Anthony Melton, while the Knicks will be led by Karl-Anthony Towns, Mikal Bridges and OG Anunoby.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Thursday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Knicks vs. Warriors prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NBA game between the Knicks and Warriors 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Warriors a 70% chance of beating the Knicks. Our predicted final score has the Warriors winning 116-110.
According to our model, the Knicks (+6.5) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 228.5 points has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Knicks vs. Warriors odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Knicks | Warriors |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +6.5 (-105) | -6.5 (-112) |
| Moneyline | +205 | -245 |
| Total | o228.5 (-110) | u228.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Knicks vs. Warriors picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Knicks +6.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Warriors | -245 |
| Total | Under 228.5 | -105 |
According to our best NBA bets for Thursday, the top play to make on this game is Knicks +6.5 at the spread.
Knicks vs. Warriors player props
NBA player props are an enjoyable way to wager on Thursday's Knicks vs. Warriors game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Chase Center.
Karl-Anthony Towns is expected to lead the Knicks with 21 points, 12 rebounds and 3 assists, while Stephen Curry is projected to have 28 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists for the Warriors.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Knicks prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Knicks are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| K. Towns | 21 | 12 | 3 | 2 | 45 |
| Mikal Bridges | 16 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 34 |
| OG Anunoby | 15 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 31 |
| Miles McBride | 13 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 25 |
| Josh Hart | 12 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 35 |
Warriors prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Warriors:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Curry | 28 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 47 |
| Jimmy Butler | 22 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 41 |
| D. Melton | 11 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 24 |
| Draymond Green | 9 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 30 |
| B. Podziemski | 9 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 21 |
Knicks vs. Warriors game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's action between the Warriors and Knicks at Chase Center is scheduled to start at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: New York Knicks vs. Golden State Warriors
- Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Chase Center
Conclusion
We predict the Warriors, with a 70% win probability, will likely beat the Knicks on Thursday, with Stephen Curry projected for a game-high 47 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Knicks vs. Warriors insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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