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Knicks vs. Pelicans prediction: New York to win, Jalen Brunson projected for big game in Monday's NBA matchup [12/29/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get New York Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans predictions for NBA Monday.
The New Orleans Pelicans will take on the favored New York Knicks in NBA action at Smoothie King Center on Monday, starting at 8:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury news, Dimers' proven NBA model predicts the Knicks as the most likely winner of the Knicks vs. Pelicans game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Pelicans lineup will feature stars like Trey Murphy, Zion Williamson and Jordan Poole, while the Knicks will be led by Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Monday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Knicks vs. Pelicans prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Monday's NBA matchup between the Knicks and Pelicans 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Knicks a 74% chance of beating the Pelicans. Our predicted final score has the Knicks winning 125-118.
According to our model, the Pelicans (+8.5) have a 54% chance of covering the spread, while the 246.5-point over/under has a 55% chance of staying under.
Knicks vs. Pelicans odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Knicks | Pelicans |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -8.5 (-108) | +8.5 (-108) |
| Moneyline | -335 | +285 |
| Total | o246.5 (-108) | u246.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Knicks vs. Pelicans picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best current 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 | Pelicans +8.5 | -108 |
| Moneyline | Pelicans | +285 |
| Total | Under 246.5 | -105 |
According to our NBA best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 246.5 total points.
Knicks vs. Pelicans player props
NBA player props are an enjoyable way to wager on Monday's Knicks vs. Pelicans game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Smoothie King Center.
Jalen Brunson is expected to lead the Knicks with 29 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists, while Trey Murphy is projected to have 24 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the Pelicans.
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 | 29 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 50 |
| K. Towns | 23 | 12 | 3 | 2 | 47 |
| OG Anunoby | 19 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 37 |
| Mikal Bridges | 18 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 37 |
| Jordan Clarkson | 12 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 22 |
Pelicans prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Pelicans:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trey Murphy | 24 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 43 |
| Zion Williamson | 23 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 41 |
| Jordan Poole | 17 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 31 |
| Saddiq Bey | 16 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 28 |
| Jeremiah Fears | 14 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 27 |
Knicks vs. Pelicans game-day updates and essential details
Monday's game between the Pelicans and Knicks at Smoothie King Center is scheduled to commence at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: New York Knicks vs. New Orleans Pelicans
- Date: Monday, December 29, 2025
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Smoothie King Center
Conclusion
We predict the Knicks, with a 74% win probability, will likely beat the Pelicans on Monday, with Jalen Brunson projected for a game-high 50 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Knicks vs. Pelicans insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date 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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