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Kings vs. Knicks prediction: New York to win, Jalen Brunson projected for big game in Tuesday's NBA matchup [1/27/2026]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Sacramento Kings vs New York Knicks predictions for NBA Tuesday.
The New York Knicks and Sacramento Kings will lock horns in NBA action at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday, with tipoff at 7:30 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results and today’s injury news, Dimers' proven NBA model predicts the Knicks as the most likely winner of the Kings vs. Knicks game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Knicks lineup will feature stars like Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby, while the Kings will look to DeMar DeRozan, Domantas Sabonis and Russell Westbrook.
This article offers further insights into Tuesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Kings vs. Knicks prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Tuesday's NBA matchup between the Kings and Knicks 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Knicks an 85% chance of beating the Kings. Our predicted final score has the Knicks winning 119-106.
According to our model, the Kings (+14.5) have a 56% chance of covering the spread, while the 226.5-point over/under has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Kings vs. Knicks odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Kings | Knicks |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +14.5 (-112) | -14.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | +610 | -800 |
| Total | o226.5 (-105) | u226.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Kings vs. Knicks 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 | Kings +14.5 | -112 |
| Moneyline | Kings | +610 |
| Total | Over 226.5 | -105 |
According to our best NBA bets for Tuesday, the top play to make on this game is Kings +14.5 at the spread.
Kings vs. Knicks player props
Looking for Sacramento vs. New York NBA prop bets? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Madison Square Garden.
DeMar DeRozan is expected to lead the Kings with 19 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists, while Jalen Brunson is projected to have 29 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists for the Knicks.
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.
Kings prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Kings are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DeMar DeRozan | 19 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 33 |
| D. Sabonis | 16 | 10 | 5 | 1 | 40 |
| R. Westbrook | 16 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 38 |
| Dennis Schroder | 12 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 26 |
| Nique Clifford | 9 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 20 |
Knicks prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Knicks:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Brunson | 29 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 48 |
| K. Towns | 21 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 44 |
| OG Anunoby | 16 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 32 |
| Mikal Bridges | 15 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 31 |
| Josh Hart | 12 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 36 |
Kings vs. Knicks game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's action between the Knicks and Kings at Madison Square Garden is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM ET.
- Who: Sacramento Kings vs. New York Knicks
- Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: Madison Square Garden
Conclusion
We predict the Knicks, with an 85% win probability, will likely beat the Kings on Tuesday, with Jalen Brunson projected for a game-high 48 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Kings vs. Knicks 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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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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