Thunder vs Knicks Prediction, NBA Picks Jan 10th: Isaiah Hartenstein Over 4.5 Assists Top Prop Bet
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The Oklahoma City Thunder and New York Knicks played each other a week ago, which is worth noting for NBA predictions today. The Thunder won 117-107 at home, but the Knicks did have a 66-54 lead at halftime.
Let’s take a look at the lines and find the best Thunder vs Knicks betting picks today.
Thunder vs Knicks Game Information
- Game: Thunder (30-6) vs Knicks (25-13)
- Location: Madison Square Garden, New York, NY
- Day/Time: Friday, Jan. 10 p.m. ET
- Thunder vs Knicks Live Stream: NBA Game Pass
Get updated Thunder vs Knicks stats here.
Thunder vs Knicks ATS, Over/Under, Prop Picks
1. Oklahoma City Thunder ATS -3.5
There are many interesting factors to consider when looking at this game. The Knicks will want to correct their loss on the road to the Thunder a week ago. The Thunder are still the No.1 seed in the Western Conference, and after the end of their 15-game winning streak, they likely want to start another.
That immediately adds some extra layers to consider when making NBA picks today. First, let’s talk about the Knicks. They have hit a rough patch offensively. In the three games before the win over the Raptors, the Knicks suffered three tough losses.
First, they lost to the Thunder, having had a 12-point lead at halftime. Then, against the Chicago Bulls, the Knicks lost 139-126, including a brutal third quarter that finished 41-17. Finally, the Knicks faced an injury-riddled Orlando Magic team and lost 103-94. Over that three-game stretch, the Knicks had a net rating of -11.1, the sixth lowest in the league.
The Knicks in their last 8 games:
• 9.0 3PM per game (Last in NBA)
• 29.4% 3P (Last in NBA)They’ve shot worse than anyone, while taking less threes than anyone. Awful. pic.twitter.com/GEYOI89vwA
— KnicksMuse (@KnicksMuse) January 7, 2025
Even though the Knicks beat the Raptors, it might not change much. The Knicks shot a league-low 25% from three in the three losses, making 12 of 33 threes in the win. That might not be enough to face the Thunder’s elite perimeter defense.
2. Thunder vs Knicks Under 225.5
One of the biggest reasons to back the Thunder in NBA spreads for this game is their defense. The last time the Thunder faced the Knicks, the defense controlled the game in the second half, especially in the fourth quarter.
After scoring 66 points in the first half, the Knicks were held to 41 in the second. That was put on full display in the fourth quarter, which the Thunder won, 37-19, completely flipping the game at home. In that fourth quarter, the Knicks only made one of nine 3s. As already covered, the shooting woe from deep did not improve over the next three games. The win over the Raptors was a trend in the right direction, but the Knicks faced a poor defense.
Top-5 defensive ratings among players averaging 20 MPG with 20 GP:
🔒Isaiah Hartenstein (100.5)
🔒Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (102.0)
🔒Isaiah Joe (102.5)
🔒Aaron Wiggins (102.8)
🔒Jalen Williams (103.6)Just call them OKClamps 😤 pic.twitter.com/cQ33hmUkX3
— SleeperHoops (@Sleeper_Hoops) January 9, 2025
The only issue is that the Thunder’s defense just got torn up by the Cavaliers. The Thunder are first in defensive rating (104) and second in points allowed per game (103.7). However, the Cavaliers, with the best offensive rating in the league, scored 129 points. Overall, the Knicks have been great offensively this season, with the third-best offensive rating (120.4), but this shooting slump has not helped.
That could be because Tom Thibodeau is running his starting five into the ground with no help off the bench. But for whatever season, the Knicks’ offense is struggling, and the Thunder’s defense has already shown it can slow them down.
Bet this Pick: Thunder vs Knicks Under 225.5
3. Isaiah Hartenstein Over 4.5 Assists (+112)
Isaiah Hartenstein is coming off a big game, with 18 points, 11 rebounds, and eight assists. While he usually does not score many points, he fills up the state sheet.
Isaiah Hartenstein flirting with a triple-double 😍
14 PTS | 9 REB | 8 AST ➡ 35.8 FPTs
4Q left to play on ESPN 📺pic.twitter.com/CY1ETmZgsR
— NBA Fantasy (@NBAFantasy) January 9, 2025
What should motivate Hartenstein is that he will return to the Garden after playing for the Knicks last season. Since he is not a scorer, keep an eye on his assists to hit the over for this game. In the previous game against the Knicks, Hartenstein had four points but ended up with seven assists.
Go with Hartenstein for your NBA player props today.
Bet this Pick: Isaiah Hartenstein Over 4.5 Assists (+112)
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Questions of the Day
Who is going to lead this game in scoring?
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been the consistent offensive leader for the Thunder.
Can the Knicks win this game?
The Knicks did have a lead the last time they faced the Thunder and are very good. The only issue is they have to do that for four quarters, which will be hard.
Odds and information are accurate at the time of writing. Please check with official sources for the latest updates before placing any bets.
