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Knicks vs. Clippers prediction: New York favored to win Monday's NBA matchup [3/9/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get New York Knicks vs Los Angeles Clippers predictions for NBA Monday.
NBA action continues on Monday at 10:00 PM ET as the New York Knicks take on the Los Angeles Clippers at Intuit Dome.
Based on the latest simulation results and today’s injury news, Dimers' advanced NBA model predicts the Knicks as the most likely winner of the Knicks vs. Clippers game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Clippers lineup will feature players like Kawhi Leonard, Bennedict Mathurin and Darius Garland, while the Knicks will rely on Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby.
This article offers further insights into Monday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Knicks vs. Clippers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Monday's NBA matchup between the Knicks and Clippers 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Knicks a 56% chance of defeating the Clippers. Our predicted final score has the Knicks winning 111-109.
According to our model, the Knicks (-2) have a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 220.5 points has a 51% chance of staying under.
Knicks vs. Clippers odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Knicks | Clippers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -2 (-110) | +2 (-110) |
| Moneyline | -125 | +112 |
| Total | o220.5 (-112) | u220.5 (-106) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Knicks vs. Clippers 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 -2 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Knicks | -125 |
| Total | Under 220.5 | -106 |
According to our best NBA bets for Monday, the top play to make on this game is Knicks to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Knicks vs. Clippers player props
Betting on Knicks vs. Clippers NBA prop bets? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Intuit Dome.
Jalen Brunson is expected to lead the Knicks with 26 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists, while Kawhi Leonard is projected to have 29 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists for the Clippers.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Brunson | 26 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 45 |
| K. Towns | 19 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 42 |
| OG Anunoby | 18 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 33 |
| Mikal Bridges | 15 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 29 |
| Josh Hart | 11 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 30 |
Clippers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Clippers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawhi Leonard | 29 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 49 |
| B. Mathurin | 16 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 30 |
| Darius Garland | 16 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 31 |
| Derrick Jones | 13 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 24 |
| Jordan Miller | 11 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 22 |
Knicks vs. Clippers game-day updates and essential details
Monday's action between the Clippers and Knicks at Intuit Dome is scheduled to commence at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: New York Knicks vs. Los Angeles Clippers
- Date: Monday, March 9, 2026
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Intuit Dome
Conclusion
We predict the Knicks, with a 56% win probability, will likely beat the Clippers on Monday, with Kawhi Leonard projected for a game-high 49 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Knicks vs. Clippers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on 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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