Brooklyn Nets vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/9

The Brooklyn Nets will travel to Madison Square Garden to take on the New York Knicks. This game marks the beginning of the NBA regular season. The Knicks, with a 5-3 record, are looking strong at home, while the Nets have struggled, sitting at 1-8 overall.

Head Coach Jordi Fernández leads the Nets, who are ranked 13th in the Eastern Conference. The Knicks, led by Head Coach Mike Brown, hold the 6th spot in the same conference. The game will be broadcast on the YES channel, and fans are eager to see how both teams perform in this matchup.

Nets vs Knicks Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Brooklyn Nets vs. New York Knicks
  • Venue: Madison Square Garden
  • Date: Sunday, November 9, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Knicks -15.5 (-111), Nets +15.5 (-110)

Brooklyn Nets Team Preview

The Brooklyn Nets have had a mix of results in their recent games. They secured a victory against the Indiana Pacers with a score of 112-103. However, they faced defeats against the Detroit Pistons and Minnesota Timberwolves, with scores of 107-125 and 109-125, respectively. In these games, Michael Porter Jr. and Nicolas Claxton have been key players, contributing significant points and rebounds.

Michael Porter Jr. leads the Nets in scoring, averaging 23.1 points per game. He also contributes with 8.0 rebounds and 2.9 assists per game. Nicolas Claxton adds 14.9 points and 7.2 rebounds per game, showing consistency in his performance. Cam Thomas, despite being out with a hamstring injury, has been a strong scorer with 21.4 points per game before his absence.

The Nets are facing challenges on both ends of the court. They allow 124.6 points per game, ranking 29th in points allowed. Offensively, they average 111.3 points per game, placing them 26th in the league. Their field goal percentage of 44.1% ranks 27th, showing room for improvement in their shooting efficiency.

New York Knicks Team Preview

The New York Knicks have been strong in recent games. They won their last three games at home. They scored over 110 points in each game, showing they can score well.

The Knicks are ranked 13th in points per game this season. They attempt the fourth-most field goals per game. They excel at three-pointers, making the second-most per game.

Jalen Brunson leads the team with 28.2 points per game. Karl-Anthony Towns, who is currently questionable due to illness, averages 19.8 points and 12.8 rebounds. OG Anunoby adds 18.1 points and 6.0 rebounds per game.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, take the Nets with the +15.5 line. The Knicks score 118.9 points per game, but the Nets allow 124.6 points. This suggests a projected score of Knicks 119, Nets 104. The Nets have a strong chance to cover the large spread, given their ability to keep games close.

For the over/under, go with the over on 229.5 points. The Nets struggle defensively, allowing many points, while the Knicks score well. With a projected total of 223 points, the pace and scoring potential of both teams make the over a viable option. The high scoring from both teams supports this pick.