New York Knicks vs Golden State Warriors Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/15

The New York Knicks and the Golden State Warriors will meet at the Chase Center on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at 10:00 PM. The game will be broadcast on Amaz. The Knicks enter the game with a 25-14 record, while the Warriors have a 22-19 record.

New York’s head coach is Mike Brown, and the team is ranked second in the Eastern Conference. Golden State, led by head coach Steve Kerr, is ranked eighth in the Western Conference. Both teams are coming off a win and will look to keep their momentum going in this mid-season battle.

Knicks vs Warriors Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: New York Knicks vs. Golden State Warriors
  • Venue: Chase Center
  • Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Warriors -7.5 (-110), Knicks +7.5 (-110), Warriors MoneyLine -251, Knicks MoneyLine +205, Over/Under 227.5

New York Knicks Team Preview

The New York Knicks have been performing well offensively this season. They score 119.5 points per game, ranking them sixth in the league. Their field goal percentage stands at 47.3, placing them ninth. The team is also strong from beyond the arc, making 15.3 three-pointers per game, which ranks third.

Jalen Brunson leads the team in scoring with 28.9 points per game. Karl-Anthony Towns is not far behind, averaging 21.2 points and 11.4 rebounds. Mikal Bridges contributes with 15.9 points and plays a key role on both ends of the court.

The Knicks’ defense allows 114.9 points per game, ranking them twelfth. They do well in blocking shots, with 4.2 blocks per game, ranking sixth. However, they need to improve their defense against three-point shots, as they rank low in this category.

Golden State Warriors Team Preview

The Golden State Warriors had mixed results in their recent home games. They secured a strong win against the Portland Trail Blazers with a score of 119-97. However, they faced a setback against the Atlanta Hawks, losing 111-124.

Stephen Curry is a key player for the Warriors, averaging 28.1 points per game this season. He also contributes with 4.9 assists and 3.8 rebounds per game. Jimmy Butler III is another important player, adding 19.8 points and 5.6 rebounds per game.

The Warriors excel in three-point shooting, making 15.9 threes per game, which ranks first in the league. Their defense allows 113.2 points per game, ranking them eighth in points allowed. The team will need to maintain their shooting while tightening their defense for upcoming games.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, take the Knicks at +7.5. The Knicks score 119.5 points per game, ranking 6th, while the Warriors allow 113.2 points per game, ranking 8th. The Knicks have strong offensive stats, which can help them cover the spread against the Warriors.

For the over/under pick, choose the over at 227.5. The Knicks and Warriors have high offensive stats, with the Knicks scoring 119.5 points and the Warriors 115.5 points per game. Both teams’ defenses allow a fair number of points, which may lead to a total above 227.5.