New York Knicks vs. Philadelphia 76ers Prediction, Tips and Odds – Dec. 25, 2022 18:00 CET
The Christmas NBA program opens with a match at the Garden, between the home New York Knicks and the Philadelphia 76ers. Both teams are in great shape and we are expecting a great match in matinee time local time.
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New York Knicks Team News
The Knicks finally caught the rhythm, and after a slow start to the season, they won 8 games, which pushed them to the very top of the very strong Eastern Conference this season. However, they lost the last two games very narrowly, first against the Raptors, and then against the Bulls, where DeRozan decided against them with his half-distance shot in the last second of the match.
The progress in the Bulls’ game came in parallel with the increase in intensity in the defense. In the last ten games, they have had one of the best defensive ratings in the league, which is certainly the key to good results. Thibo is known as a coach who pushes for playoff basketball and a shortened rotation during the entire season. However, in the game of the Knicks, everything depends on the duo of Barrett and Randle, who are the team’s main players. This season they got a lot in Brunson, who is capable of putting up 30+ points on any team without a problem. Center Mitch Robinson contributes a lot to the defense, and with his excellent movements and long arms, he can take on all players and effectively protect the rim.
In the last match, the most effective player with 44 points was R.J. Barrett while Randle added 29 with 12 rebounds, but again it wasn’t enough to win.
Philadelphia 76ers Team News
Like the Knicks, the 76ers entered the season more slowly, they had problems with injuries and the form of the main players. They play in series, win a few games, and then lose, but lately, they have been playing very well, as if they have finally found the right rhythm. They are in fifth place in the East, with a score of 19-12.
Especially Sixers fans are happy with the great connection between the team’s two main players, Joel Embiid and James Harden, who destroy defenses with their 2-on-2 game and look indefensible. The Sixers are on a six-game winning streak and have no plans to stop. Harden and Embid got a lot of help in the form of Harris, Melton, and the rest of the team. Especially in doing the dirty defensive work. As much as Harden delivers offensively, he was never defensively interested.
In the last match, they defeated the dangerous LA Clippers on their field, and Embid was the most effective with 44 points, while Harden excelled with a triple-double of 20 points, 11 rebounds, and 21 assists, leading the Sixers to victory.
H2H
05.11.22 – Philadelphia 76ers – New York Knicks – 104:106
03.03.22 – Philadelphia 76ers – New York Knicks – 123:108
27.02.22 – New York Knicks : Philadelphia 76ers – 109:125
09.11.21 – Philadelphia 76ers – New York Knicks – 96:103
New York Knicks vs. Philadelphia 76ers Prediction
In this match, we decided on the Sixers. Why? Because we think they have enough quality, primarily defensively, to stop Randle and Barrett. Harden and Embid are in rhythm and look very powerful, and we think that this match will also be decided and will prevail on the side of the team from Philadelphia.
Both teams perform almost in their strongest lineups. The Sixers are without Maxey, while Grimes and Toopin are questionable.
Tip-off Time: Sunday, 25.12.2022, 18:00 CET
Prediction: 76ers
Odds: 1,74
Sportsbook: Unibet
