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Knicks vs. Trail Blazers prediction: Why New York is favored to win Sunday's NBA game [1/11/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get New York Knicks vs Portland Trail Blazers predictions for NBA Sunday.
The Portland Trail Blazers and New York Knicks will meet in NBA action at Moda Center on Sunday, with tipoff at 6:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations and today’s injury reports, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the Knicks as the most likely winner of the Knicks vs. Trail Blazers game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Trail Blazers lineup will feature stars like Deni Avdija, Shaedon Sharpe and Toumani Camara, while the Knicks will be led by Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby.
This article offers further insights into Sunday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Knicks vs. Blazers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Sunday's NBA matchup between the Knicks and Trail Blazers 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Knicks a 70% chance of beating the Trail Blazers. Our predicted final score has the Knicks winning 117-111.
According to our model, the Knicks (-5.5) have a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 229.5 points has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Knicks vs. Trail Blazers odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Knicks | Trail Blazers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -5.5 (-105) | +5.5 (-115) |
| Moneyline | -210 | +180 |
| Total | o229.5 (-106) | u229.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Knicks vs. Trail Blazers picks and best bet
After matching our predictions 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 | Knicks -5.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Knicks | -210 |
| Total | Over 229.5 | -106 |
According to our best NBA bets for Sunday, the top play to make on this game is Knicks to win.
Knicks vs. Trail Blazers player props
NBA prop bets are a popular way to wager on Sunday's Knicks vs. Trail Blazers matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Moda Center.
Jalen Brunson is expected to lead the Knicks with 29 points, 3 rebounds and 6 assists, while Deni Avdija is projected to have 29 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists for the Trail Blazers.
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 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 48 |
| K. Towns | 21 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 45 |
| OG Anunoby | 17 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 35 |
| Mikal Bridges | 16 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 35 |
| Miles McBride | 11 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 20 |
Trail Blazers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Trail Blazers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deni Avdija | 29 | 8 | 7 | 3 | 55 |
| Shaedon Sharpe | 20 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 35 |
| Toumani Camara | 15 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 31 |
| Donovan Clingan | 11 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 33 |
| Caleb Love | 10 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 20 |
Knicks vs. Blazers game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's matchup between the Trail Blazers and Knicks at Moda Center is scheduled to start at 6:00 PM ET.
- Who: New York Knicks vs. Portland Trail Blazers
- Date: Sunday, January 11, 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM ET/3:00PM PT
- Venue: Moda Center
Conclusion
We predict the Knicks, with a 70% win probability, will likely beat the Trail Blazers on Sunday, with Deni Avdija projected for a game-high 55 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Knicks vs. Trail Blazers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from 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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