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Read Article Thunder vs. Knicks Prediction: Oklahoma City Predicted to Win Friday's NBA Matchup [1/10/2025]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Our expert prediction for Friday's Oklahoma City Thunder vs New York Knicks matchup.
NBA action continues on Friday at 7:30PM ET as the Oklahoma City Thunder square off with the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden.
The Knicks, who have the likes of Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges, are set to take on the Thunder, whose lineup includes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Isaiah Hartenstein.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NBA model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Thunder as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Employing the latest data, our experts simulated Friday's Oklahoma City-New York game 10,000 times," said Damien Souness from Dimers.
"After computing the latest updates and thousands of other inputs, we predict the Thunder's chance of winning is 61%, while the Knicks' is 39%."
For a closer look at Friday's matchup, including the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Thunder vs. Knicks predictions page.
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Friday's matchup between the Knicks and Thunder at Madison Square Garden is scheduled to begin at 7:30PM ET.
- Who: Oklahoma City Thunder vs. New York Knicks
- Date: Friday, January 10, 2025
- Time: 7:30PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: Madison Square Garden
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
- Merchandise: Buy Knicks and Thunder gear at Fanatics
Dimers.com's full preview of Friday's Thunder vs. Knicks matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Oklahoma City vs. New York picks, be sure to check out the latest NBA predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Thunder vs. Knicks Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Friday's NBA game between the Thunder and Knicks 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Thunder a 61% chance of defeating the Knicks. Our predicted final score has the Thunder winning 113-110.
According to our model, the Knicks (+2.5) have a 56% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 224.5 points has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
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Thunder vs. Knicks Odds
We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Thunder | Knicks |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -2.5 (-110) | +2.5 (-108) |
| Moneyline | -140 | +122 |
| Total | o224.5 (-110) | u224.5 (-108) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Thunder vs. Knicks Picks
Our model's biggest edge in today's Thunder vs. Knicks matchup is on the total.
Our expert predictions, matched against the current odds, reveal the best NBA picks for every game throughout the season.
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Thunder vs. Knicks Player Props
NBA prop bets are an enjoyable way to wager on Friday's Oklahoma City vs. New York matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Madison Square Garden.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is expected to lead the Thunder in scoring, while Jalen Brunson is projected to be the top scorer for the Knicks.
Dimers Pro users can access a full range of player props and projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and more, for every NBA game this season.
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Conclusion
We predict the Thunder, with a 61% win probability, will likely beat the Knicks on Friday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Thunder vs. Knicks 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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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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