THE New York Knicks The game against Portland Trail Blazers is one of six NBA games scheduled for Thursday. This will be the second meeting between the two teams this season, with New York winning the previous matchup 112-84 on January 9.
On that note, let’s take a look at the New York Knicks vs. Portland Trail Blazers preview, including predictions, starting lineups and betting tips for March 14.
The Trail Blazers hold an all-time advantage of 70-52 against the Knicks. New York won the most recent game behind OG Anunoby’s 23 points. Jerami Scholarship led Portland with 21 points.
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New York Knicks vs Portland Trail Blazers preview, predictions, starting lineups, odds and betting tips
New York Knicks vs. Portland Trail Blazers The game is scheduled for Thursday, March 14 at the Moda Center. The match begins at 10 p.m. EDT and will be televised on ROOT SPORTS PLUS and MSG. Fans can stream the game live on fuboTV and NBA League Pass.
Money line: Knicks (-590) vs. Trail Blazers (+425)
Spread: Knicks (-11.5) vs. Trail Blazers (+11.5)
Total (P/U): Knicks -110 (o206) vs. Trail Blazers -110 (u206)
Editor’s note: Odds may change as the game approaches. The odds listed were consistent with information available at the time of writing.
New York Knicks vs. Portland Trail Blazers Preview
The Knicks (38-27) are fourth in the East and won their last game 106-79 against the Philadelphia 76ers. Josh Hart had a triple-double (20 points, 19 rebounds and 10 assists), while Jalen Brunson chipped in with 20 points and nine assists. Although New York is unlikely to climb the rankings, they should continue to record wins to avoid the play-in tournament.
The Trail Blazers’ first season after the Damian Lillard trade was unforgettable. They are 14th in the West with a 19-46 record and have lost six of the last 10 games. Portland, however, beat the Atlanta Hawks 106-102 on Wednesday. The Trail Blazers will play the second straight game on Thursday.
New York Knicks vs. Portland Trail Blazers starting lineups, replacements and rotations
The Knicks will be deprived Julius Randle (shoulder) and Mitchell Robinson (ankle) on Thursday. New York coach Tom Thibodeau is expected to start:
PG: Jalen Brunson SG: Donte DiVincenzo FS: Josh Hart PF: OG Anunoby VS : Isaiah Hartenstein
The Knicks’ key players on the bench are expected to be Precious Achiuwa, Miles McBride, Bojan Bogdanovic and Alec Burks.
The Trail Blazers will be without Malcolm Brogdon (elbow), Shaedon Sharpe (abdomen), Robert Williams III (right knee) and Jabari Walker (hip) for the game. Jerami Grant is questionable due to a hamstring injury. Portland coach Chauncey Billups is expected to start:
PG: Dalano Banton SG: Anfernée Simons FS: Kris Murray PF: Toumani Camara VS : Deandre Ayton
Portland’s primary backups should be Matisse Thybulle, Scoot Henderson, Justin Minaya and Duop Reath.
Editor’s note: These are projected starting lineups, which could change depending on the availability of players uncertain to play.
New York Knicks vs Portland Trail Blazers predictions
Jalen Brunson has a plus/minus of 25.5 points for the game. Portland’s sensitive defense means Brunson should finish the night with over 25.5 points.
Anfernee Simons has a plus/minus of 22.5 points for the game. He has exceeded this mark four out of five times in the past. However, New York’s excellent defense should put an end to Simons’ hot streak.
Prediction New York Knicks vs. Portland Trail Blazers
The Knicks are favored to win this game on the road. Portland is riddled with injuries and New York simply has a better team. The Knicks’ defensive masterclass should limit the team’s total to under 206 points, while still giving them the win.
