It’s a NYC showdown this evening at the Barclays Center as the New York Knicks face the Brooklyn Nets. The tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET.
Karl-Anthony Towns has cooked Brooklyn this season, and my Knicks vs. Nets predictions will focus on his ability to score the rock.
Read more in my NBA picks for Friday, March 20.
Knicks vs Nets prediction
Knicks vs Nets best bet: Karl-Anthony Towns Over 19.5 points (-112)
Karl-Anthony Towns is definitely down a bit in 2025-26 compared to past seasons, but he’s still averaging 20 PPG for the title-chasing New York Knicks. The big man has been balling out lately, hitting the Over in points in four of his last five appearances.
Most notably, KAT has dominated the lowly Brooklyn Nets. Across three meetings, the Kentucky product is averaging 26.3 points per contest. He’s also averaging 19.8 PPG on the road this season.
Towns has also hit the Over in three straight road games, dropping 25,35, and 21 points. He’ll keep it rolling this evening in the Big Apple.
Knicks vs Nets same-game parlay
Jalen Brunson is the Knicks’ top playmaker, averaging 6.6 assists. Brunson has cashed the Over in two consecutive outings, and he’s hit the Over in five of his previous eight games. Brooklyn is allowing 9.0 dimes per contest to point guards.
Mikal Bridges is struggling lately. He’s barely averaging 10 PPG in March, but this is a revenge game for him, and he’s played well against Brooklyn this season. In three matchups, he’s averaging 14.3 PPG.
Knicks vs Nets SGP
- Karl-Anthony Towns Over 19.5 points
- Jalen Brunson Over 8.5 assists
- Mikal Bridges Over 12.5 points
Our "from downtown" SGP: OG!
OG Anunoby is shooting the three at a 38% clip this season, averaging 2.2 makes on 5.8 attempts. He’s cashed the Over in three of his last five, and Anunoby just went 4-for-5 from long range on Tuesday against the Indiana Pacers.
New York is riding a 12-game winning streak against Brooklyn. They’ve covered tonight’s spread in two of the last three meetings, with their last matchup ending 120-66 at MSG. The Knicks will blow out the struggling Nets.
Knicks vs Nets SGP
- Jalen Brunson Over 8.5 assists
- Mikal Bridges Over 12.5 points
- OG Anunoby Over 2.5 threes
- Knicks -17
Knicks vs Nets odds
- Spread: Knicks -17 (-110) | Nets +17 (-110)
- Moneyline: Knicks -2222 | Nets +1100
- Over/Under: Over 214.5 (-110) | Under 214.5 (-110)
Knicks vs Nets betting trend to know
The New York Knicks have covered the 4Q Spread in 26 of their last 40 games (+9.65 Units / 21% ROI). Find more NBA betting trends for Knicks vs. Nets.
How to watch Knicks vs Nets
| Location | Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY |
| Date | Friday, March 20, 2026 |
| Tip-off | 7:30 p.m. ET |
| TV | MSG, YES |
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