Miami Heat vs New York Knicks Matchup

Check out our free Knicks vs Heat prediction for this NBA matchup in Miami. See who we like to win and cover the spread in this regular season NBA matchup.

  • The Knicks possess a 1-2 record so far.
  • New York has an effective field goal percentage of 56% (5th).
  • The Knicks are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Heat.
  • The Heat welcome the Knicks with a 2-1 record.
  • The Heat are averaging 105.7 points per game so far.
  • The Heat are coming off a 106-98 win vs. the Knicks.

Knicks vs Heat Prediction

At 7:30 ET, the New York Knicks (-126) will travel to take on the Miami Heat (+106) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Knicks are currently favored by 2 points, and the over/under line is set at 214.5.

This game will be played at the Kaseya Center in Miami, and can be seen on MSG.

Knicks vs. Heat Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: New York Knicks at Miami Heat
  • Where: Miami at Kaseya Center
  • Date: Wednesday, October 30th
  • Betting Odds NY -2, NY -126 | MIA +106 O/U 214.5

Knicks Preview: Can The Knicks Secure a Road Victory?

New York’s season record dropped to 1-2 after a 110-104 loss to the Cavaliers on Monday. The Knicks, who were favored by 3 points at home, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 214, falling short of the 222.5-point line.

After trailing 22-18 in the 1st quarter, the Knicks bounced back with a strong 2nd quarter, outscoring the Cavs 34-23. However, Cleveland regained control in the 3rd quarter and dominated the 4th, outscoring New York 36-26 to seal the win.

In their 110-104 loss to the Cavaliers, the Knicks struggled offensively, shooting 44.4% from the field and hitting just 9 threes at a 32.1% clip. Jalen Brunson led the way with 21 points, 9 of which came in the 4th quarter, though he shot only 33.3% from the floor.

Mikal Bridges contributed 19 points, scoring 9 in the 3rd quarter while shooting 60% overall. Josh Hart added 16 points and 13 rebounds, hitting 2 threes at 40% efficiency.

Defensively, the Knicks were solid in the 1st and 2nd quarters, giving up just 22 and 23 points, respectively. However, they struggled in the 4th, allowing 36 points, which contributed to their 110-104 loss to the Cavaliers.

New York did well in limiting Cleveland’s three-point shooting, holding them to 12 made threes at a 33% clip. The Knicks also recorded 8 steals and 3 blocks in the game.

Heat Preview: Will the Heat Win at Home?

The Knicks dropped to 1-2 on the season after a 110-104 loss to the Cavaliers on Monday. New York, favored by three points at home, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 214, falling short of the 222.5-point over/under line.

New York appeared to be in control after outscoring Cleveland 34-23 in the 2nd quarter, but they couldn’t hold onto their 78-74 lead heading into the 4th. The Cavaliers closed out the game strong, outscoring the Knicks 36-26 in the final quarter.

In their 110-104 loss to the Cavaliers, the Knicks struggled offensively, shooting 44.4% from the field and hitting just 9 threes at a 32.1% clip. Jalen Brunson led the way with 21 points, adding 7 assists, though he shot just 33.3% from the floor.

Mikal Bridges contributed 19 points on 60% shooting, while Josh Hart added 16 points and 13 rebounds, knocking down 2 threes at 40%. Brunson scored 9 points in the 4th quarter, while Bridges also added 9 in the 3rd.

The Heat tightened up defensively after a rough 1st quarter, allowing just 19 points in the 4th to secure the win. Overall, they held the Pistons to 98 points on 38% shooting.

From three, Detroit hit 14 threes at a 36% clip. Miami sent them to the line 17 times, where they made 14. The Heat also recorded 14 steals and 3 blocks.

Knicks vs Heat Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • In their last five games away from home, the Knicks have a straight up record of 1-4 while going 2-3 vs the spread. The team's offense averaged 105 points per game in these contests.
  • The Heat are 2-1 ATS in their last three home games and 2-1 straight-up.
  • The last ten games that Miami was the underdog, they have an ATS mark of 4-6 while going 2-8 straight up.
  • As the betting favorite, the Knicks have an ATS mark of just 1-2 in their last three games. New York posted a straight up mark of 1-2 in these matchups.

Knicks vs Heat Prediction

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