Suns vs. Knicks Picks and Prediction – 4/6/2025

Phoenix Suns (35-42) vs. New York Knicks (48-28)
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Location: Madison Square Garden, New York, NY

Previous Games:

  • Suns: Lost to Boston, 123-103, snapping a 5-game losing streak

  • Knicks: Lost to Cleveland, 124-105, ending a 3-game winning streak

Head-to-Head:

The Phoenix Suns come into this game struggling, while the New York Knicks remain strong in the Eastern Conference, currently in 3rd place. Phoenix has a slim chance of making the playoffs, needing a win here to keep their hopes alive. The Knicks, despite a recent loss, are favored and have performed well at home.

Phoenix Suns Breakdown:

Phoenix has been on a downward slide, losing their last five games straight up and failing to cover the spread in six consecutive games. They have the scoring power with Kevin Durant (26.6 PPG) and Devin Booker (25.5 PPG, 7.1 APG), but their defense has been inconsistent. Phoenix is averaging 114.4 PPG, but their defense has allowed 119.5 PPG over the last 10 games. Their backcourt duo needs to step up for a road victory.

Key Players:

  • Kevin Durant: 26.6 PPG

  • Devin Booker: 25.5 PPG, 7.1 APG

  • Mason Plumlee: 6.2 RPG

New York Knicks Breakdown:

The Knicks have been one of the top teams in the East, winning 6 of their last 10 games. Despite losing to Cleveland, they still have a solid record at home, and their balanced scoring attack will likely be too much for Phoenix. Jalen Brunson leads the Knicks with 26.3 PPG and 7.4 APG, and Karl-Anthony Towns provides both scoring (24.3 PPG) and rebounding (12.8 RPG). The Knicks are averaging 116.1 PPG, and their defense has held opponents to 109.7 PPG.

Key Players:

  • Jalen Brunson: 26.3 PPG, 7.4 APG

  • Karl-Anthony Towns: 24.3 PPG, 12.8 RPG

  • OG Anunoby: 25.8 PPG, 41.4% 3P

Betting Trends:

Phoenix Suns:

  • 0-6 ATS in their last 6 games

  • OVER has cashed in 6 of their last 7 games

  • The Suns are 1-4 in their last 5 games against the Knicks

New York Knicks:

  • 5-2 ATS in their last 7 games

  • The Knicks have covered the -8.5 line in 4 of their last 5 home games

  • The UNDER has cashed in 13 of their last 20 games

Exact Score Prediction:

New York Knicks 116 – Phoenix Suns 102

Our Best Bet:

New York Knicks -8.5

The Knicks have been strong at home, and Phoenix has struggled on both ends of the floor recently. With Jalen Brunson expected to lead New York and Kevin Durant’s recent form not enough to overcome their defensive issues, the Knicks should cover the spread and win comfortably. The UNDER might also be a solid play, given New York’s recent low-scoring trends.

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