I know both teams have a bunch of scorers and run a fast-paced offense tempo. At first glance I was feeling the over in this one with the total at 197.5. My caution is that since these teams may treat this game in a new light there may be a shift of focus on both teams defense coming into the game. With only one game set in the NBA tomorrow the linesmakers had lots of time to think about this game. With both teams recent performances it would almost indicate the over. Something else to think able is both teams like to take the three ball, while NY has one of the best perimeter defenses over the past month. Slowly over the month of December, the Knicks got better on defense to the point where they have shaved almost 5% off their opponents FG percentage. D'Antoni's perimeter defense these past few weeks has been among the leagues best. And unlike Indiana and Atlanta, NY's last two victories, Charlotte has a pretty decent defense - especially on the turnovers.
Give me your thoughts on this game. All help is appreciated. Let's hope we can go 1-0 in the NBA today! Good luck to all.