Knicks vs 76ers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s NBA Game

Joel Embiid has put a messy start to the season behind him, and he'll be ready to go against a healthy Knicks squad.

Zak Hanshew - Betting Analyst at Covers.com
Zak Hanshew • Betting Analyst
Jan 24, 2026 • 09:22 ET • 4 min read

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Joel Embiid o38.5  Total Points, Rebounds, and Assists (-115) Joel Embiid o38.5 Total Points, Rebounds, and Assists (-115)
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Joel Embiid (21) dribbles past Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31) during the second quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
Photo By - Reuters Connect. Joel Embiid (21) dribbles past Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31) during the second quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena.

The New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers will meet for the third time this season.

My Knicks vs 76ers predictions call for a close, high-scoring matchup and a dominant performance from Joel Embiid.

Here are my free NBA picks for this heavyweight Eastern Conference showdown on Saturday, January 24.

Knicks vs 76ers prediction

Knicks vs 76ers best bet: Joel Embiid Over 38.5 points+rebounds+assists (-115)

After some early-season struggles, Joel Embiid is rounding into form. Across his last 11 games, he’s averaged 40.6 PRA and hit the Over on his line seven times. 

Embiid has been more productive at home than on the road this season, averaging 35.8 PRA at Xfinity Mobile Arena compared to 34.9 on the road. He’s also reached the Over on this combo line in three straight and four of his last six at home.

Saturday’s matchup against a healthy New York Knicks team will require Embiid to be at his best. He went for 26/10/5 in his first matchup with New York, and I expect him to stay productive in a key game in front of the home crowd.

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Knicks vs 76ers same-game parlay

The Philadelphia 76ers are 12-12 straight up at home, while New York is just 8-12 on the road. This game is essentially a pick 'em, and picking the Sixers to win outright is slightly more profitable than picking them to cover a one-point spread.

I'll give the home team the advantage, which has a surprisingly clean injury report.

Both teams are expected to be at full strength on Saturday, which should lead to plenty of scoring. Embiid has been hot as of late, and Tyrese Maxey is one of the top scorers in the Association.

With a pair of great scorers and strong role players, Philadelphia can put up points here. Likewise, Jalen Brunson is an electric scorer with a strong supporting cast, and New York should have no problem getting buckets.

Knicks vs 76ers SGP

  • Joel Embiid Over 38.5 points+rebounds+assists
  • 76ers moneyline
  • Over 229

Our "from downtown" SGP: Brunson balls out

Jalen Brunson has scored at least 28 in 21 of 39 games overall, and he dropped 31 in his last matchup with Philadelphia.

Knicks vs 76ers SGP

  • Joel Embiid Over 38.5 points+rebounds+assists
  • 76ers moneyline
  • Over 229
  • Jalen Brunson Over 27.5 points

Knicks vs 76ers odds

  • Spread: Knicks -1 (-105) | 76ers +1 (-115)
  • Moneyline: Knicks -110 | 76ers -110
  • Over/Under: Over 229 | Under 229

Knicks vs 76ers betting trend to know

The Philadelphia 76ers have hit the team total Under in 26 of their last 40 home games (+10.10 Units / 22% ROI). Find more NBA betting trends for Knicks vs. 76ers.

How to watch Knicks vs 76ers

Location Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia, PA
Date Saturday, January 24, 2026
Tip-off 3:00 p.m. ET
TV ABC

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