The New York Knicks (18 – 20) play host to the Boston Celtics (18 – 20) at 7:30pm EST on Thursday 6th January 2022.
New York open as 1.5 point favorites at home to Boston. So far this season the Knicks are 17-21-0 against the spread (ATS) and 7-12-0 ATS when playing at home. The Knicks are coming off a 104-94 victory over the Indiana Pacers.
The visiting Celtics are 19-19-0 ATS and 10-9-0 ATS on the road. They’re 4-6 in their last 10 games and are seeking to get back to winning ways after a loss in their last outing.
Knicks vs Celtics Betting Odds
| Knicks Spread | -1.5 |
| Celtics Spread | +1.5 |
| Over/Under | 210.5 |
| Time | 7:30pm EST |
| TV | NBA TV |
Knicks and Celtics Betting Trends
- The Knicks are 6-4 in their last 10 games.
- New York are 17-21-0 ATS and 7-12-0 ATS at home.
- Totals have gone under in 22 of the Knicks’ 38 games
- The Celtics are 4-6 in their last 10 games.
- Boston are 19-19-0 ATS and 10-9-0 ATS on the road.
- Totals have gone under in 21 of the Celtics’ 38 games
Knicks and Celtics Head to Head
- Dec 18, 2021: New York Knicks 107 @ Boston Celtics 114
- Oct 20, 2021: Boston Celtics 134 @ New York Knicks 138
Knicks vs. Celtics Team Statistics
 | Statistics |  |
|---|---|---|
| 104.7 27th | Points Per Game | 107.9 15th |
| 43.6% 25th | Field Goal % | 44.3% 23rd |
| 35.3% 12th | 3PT % | 33.3% 24th |
| 45.2% 15th | Rebounds | 46% 8th |
| 21% 29th | Assists | 22.7% 24th |
| 13.5% 10th | Turnovers | 14.1% 15th |
| 6.9% 26th | Steals | 7.6% 14th |
| 5.2% 9th | Blocks | 5.8% 4th |
| 19.1% 10th | Fouls | 18.9% 8th |
Knicks vs. Celtics Injury Report
New York Knicks Injuries
| Player | Position | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kemba Walker | PG | Knee | Expected to be out until at least Jan 8 |
| Luka Samanic | PF | Foot | Game Time Decision |
| Nerlens Noel | C | Covid-19 | Game Time Decision |
| Danuel House Jr. | SF | Not Injury Related | Expected to be out until at least Jan 7 |
| Derrick Rose | PG | Ankle | Expected to be out until at least Feb 25 |
Boston Celtics Injuries
| Player | Position | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Payton Pritchard | PG | Covid-19 | Expected to be out until at least Jan 12 |
| Brodric Thomas | SG | Back | Expected to be out until at least Jan 6 |
Key players to watch
New York Knicks Key Player
Julius Randle 19.8 ppg, 5.2 apg, 9.8 rpg
Boston Celtics Key Player
Jayson Tatum 25.7 ppg, 3.6 apg, 8.8 rpg
Who plays tonight in the NBA?
The New York Knicks are hosting the Boston Celtics at 7:30pm EST on Thursday 6th January 2022.
What TV channel is Knicks vs Celtics game on?
The Knicks vs Celtics game is available on NBA TV.
What time is the Knicks vs Celtics NBA game tonight?
Tonight’s NBA game between the New York Knicks and Boston Celtics is at 7:30pm EST.
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Is Luka Samanic playing in tonights NBA game?
A game-time decision will be made. Luka Samanic is dealing with an injury to the Foot.
Is Nerlens Noel playing in tonights NBA game?
A game-time decision will be made. Nerlens Noel is dealing with Covid-19.
Why is Kemba Walker not playing in tonights NBA game?
Kemba Walker is dealing with an injury to the Knee and is expected to be out until at least jan 8.
Why is Danuel House Jr. not playing in tonights NBA game?
Danuel House Jr. is dealing with issues unrelated to injury and is expected to be out until at least jan 7.
Why is Derrick Rose not playing in tonights NBA game?
Derrick Rose is dealing with an injury to the Ankle and is expected to be out until at least feb 25.
Why is Payton Pritchard not playing in tonights NBA game?
Payton Pritchard is dealing with Covid-19 and is expected to be out until at least jan 12.
Why is Brodric Thomas not playing in tonights NBA game?
Brodric Thomas is dealing with an injury to the Back and is expected to be out until at least jan 6.
