Philadelphia 76ers vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/19

The Philadelphia 76ers head to Madison Square Garden to take on the New York Knicks. This game is set for Friday, December 19, 2025, at 7:00 PM and will be broadcast on Amaz. The 76ers, with a record of 14-11, are looking to bounce back from a recent loss against the Atlanta Hawks.

The Knicks have been strong at home, boasting a 13-1 record at Madison Square Garden. Under head coach Mike Brown, they currently sit at 19-7 and hold the top spot in the Atlantic Division. The Knicks are riding a six-game winning streak, which they hope to extend against the 76ers.

76ers vs Knicks Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Philadelphia 76ers vs. New York Knicks
  • Venue: Madison Square Garden
  • Date: Friday, December 19, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Knicks -6.0 (-110), 76ers +6.0 (-110), Knicks MoneyLine -222, 76ers MoneyLine +186, Over/Under 229 (-110)

Philadelphia 76ers Team Preview

The Philadelphia 76ers recently played against the Atlanta Hawks, losing by 3 points. Paul George led the scoring with 35 points, while Joel Embiid grabbed 14 rebounds. VJ Edgecombe also contributed with 26 points and 6 rebounds.

In their previous game, the 76ers won against the Indiana Pacers by 10 points. Joel Embiid scored 39 points and added 9 rebounds. VJ Edgecombe and Paul George also had strong performances with 22 and 23 points, respectively.

For the upcoming game, the 76ers will face the New York Knicks. Tyrese Maxey is expected to play a key role, averaging 31.5 points per game. Joel Embiid is questionable due to illness, which could impact the team’s performance.

New York Knicks Team Preview

The New York Knicks have been strong in their recent games. They won their last three games, including a close 114-113 win against the Indiana Pacers. Jalen Brunson played a key role, scoring 25 points and adding 7 rebounds and 7 assists in that game.

Offensively, the Knicks are ranked 4th in points per game, averaging 120.7. They are effective from beyond the arc, making 15.2 three-pointers per game, which ranks them 3rd. On the defensive side, they allow 112.3 points per game, placing them 4th in that category.

The Knicks are dealing with several injuries that could impact their lineup. Karl-Anthony Towns and Josh Hart are both questionable for the next game. Additionally, Landry Shamet and Miles McBride are confirmed to be out due to injuries.

BTB Betting Pick

The Knicks are favored by 6 points against the 76ers. The Knicks score 120.7 points per game, while the 76ers allow 115.8 points. The Knicks’ defense allows 112.3 points, and the 76ers score 116.8 points. This projects the Knicks to win by about 4 points. Take the 76ers +6.0 to cover the spread.

The total for the game is set at 229 points. Combining both teams’ scoring and defensive stats, the projected total is around 233 points. With both teams capable of high scores, betting on the Over 229 is a good choice.