The New York Knicks (6-5) visit the Indiana Pacers (4-8) Friday for a 7 p.m. ET tip-off from Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. Let's analyze NBA odds around the Knicks vs. Pacers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.
2025-26 season series: Knicks won 3-1 including twice in Indiana
The Knicks and Pacers clash in another NBA Cup matchup as their seasons have started in opposite ends of the spectrum in the Eastern Conference. The pair are both looking for their first Cup win of 2026, however, these 2 saw their last games go opposite of their respective records.
New York saw its 4-game winning streak which put the Knicks above .500 end Wednesday in a 115-107 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers at home. It was
the second contest of a back-to-back. G Jalen Brunson (26.0 points, 5.2 assists per game) led the Knicks with 27 points and had 5 assists. C Karl-Anthony Towns (20.9 PPG, 13.5 rebounds per game) has continued his strong start, nearly putting up a triple-double against Cleveland, with 21 points, 11 rebounds and 8 assists.
The Pacers saw F Pascal Siakam (22.7 PPG, 6.9 RPG) and C Ivica Zubac (10.6 PPG, 8.3 RPG) lead the way with 28 and 20 points, respectively, in a 114-101 win against the Washington Wizards Wednesday. Indiana has won 2 of its last 4 outings and that doubled their season win total as the Pacers have gotten off to a slow start, plagued by already having a 5-game losing streak on their resume. A hamstring injury to G Tyrese Haliburton, out since Oct. 26, has not helped.
Also like their records, New York and Indiana have opposite betting records in 2026. The Pacers are 7-5 against the spread (ATS) while the Knicks are just 4-7. Both teams have hit the Under on their totals 8 times.
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Knicks at Pacers odds
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- Moneyline (ML): Knicks -325 (bet $325 to win $100) | Packers +260 (bet $100 to win $260)
- Against the spread (ATS): Knicks -8.5 (-110) | Pacers +8.5 (-110)
- Over/Under (O/U): 218.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)
Knicks at Pacers key injuries
Knicks
- None
Pacers
- G Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) out
- G Ben Sheppard (knee) out
- F Aaron Nesmith (knee) questionable
For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.
Knicks at Pacers picks and predictions
Prediction
Knicks 111, Pacers 102
Moneyline
PASS.
There is no value on the Knicks (-325) to beat the Pacers (+260).
Against the spread
LEAN KNICKS -8.5 (-110).
While the Pacers have covered more than the Knicks have this season, let's look at New York. After a slow start to the year, the Knicks have heated up and that has helped their efforts against the spread. Prior to their loss against the Cavs, New York covered in 3 straight games against teams near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings like the Pacers.
Over/Under
BET UNDER 218.5 (-105).
Don't overthink it, the Under has been the way of the road for both of these teams this season. While the Knicks are our projected winner, New York has averaged less points per game (110.3) than Indiana (111.6). In the Knicks' noted 4-game winning streak, they held every opponent to 105 points or less with 3 of the 4 missing the 100-point mark. That will help the Under hit.
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