Knicks vs. Heat: Oct. 26 Game Prediction and Betting Odds

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Knicks vs. Heat: Oct. 26 Game Prediction and Betting Odds

The upcoming matchup between the Miami Heat and the New York Knicks is set for October 26, 2025. This game will take place at the Kaseya Center in Miami and will tip off at 6 p.m. ET. The Knicks enter this game with a strong record of 2-0, while the Heat are currently at 1-1.

Game Overview: Knicks vs. Heat

The Knicks are slight favorites, with a point spread of 2.5. The over/under for this game has been set at 229.5 points. Here are key details about the game:

Date: October 26, 2025
Location: Kaseya Center, Miami, Florida
TV Broadcast: MSG and FDSSUN
Point Spread: Knicks -2.5
Over/Under Total: 229.5

Betting Insights

Examining the recent performance of both teams reveals interesting statistics:

The Knicks exceeded the 229.5 points total in 33 of their 82 games last season.
The Heat surpassed this point total in 29 out of 82 games last season.
In their previous season, both teams averaged a combined 226.4 points per game, below the current over/under.
Defensively, both teams allowed a combined average of 221.7 points per game.

Knicks Recent Performance

New York had a record of 40-41-1 against the spread last season. As favorites of 2.5 points or more, they were 30-27-1 ATS. The Knicks averaged 115.8 points per game, exceeding the 110 points that the Heat typically allowed.

Heat Recent Performance

The Miami Heat finished last season with an ATS record of 38-41-3. They averaged 110.6 points per game, just shy of the 111.7 allowed by the Knicks. When scoring above 111.7 points, Miami was 26-14-1 against the spread.

Player Highlights

Key players to watch for this matchup include:

Knicks:
- Jalen Brunson: Averaged 26 points and 7.3 assists.
- Karl-Anthony Towns: Scored 24.4 points with 12.8 rebounds.
Heat:
- Tyler Herro: Contributed 23.9 points and 5.5 assists.
- Bam Adebayo: Averaged 18.1 points and 9.6 rebounds.

Predictions and Betting Tips

Expert predictions for the game point towards a close contest. An ATS pick leans towards the Heat (+2.5), while the over (229.5) is also recommended. A predicted score is Heat 119, Knicks 115.

This matchup promises to be an exciting clash between two competitive teams. Fans and bettors alike should tune in for what could prove to be a thrilling evening of basketball.