New York Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans Odds

The Knicks will play the Pelicans on Saturday, December 21st, 2024. Your timezone's tip off time is 8:10 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.

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Key Matchup Stats

Now that the 2024-25 NBA season is in full swing, let's gear up for a game between the New York Knicks and the New Orleans Pelicans set for Saturday, December 21st, 2024. Make sure to review each team's performance stats below as you handicap this matchup. We've included a few key metrics we think will be most helpful. At this point in the season, statistical trends should begin to firm up.

  • SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - The New York Knicks currently have a 96.33 power ranking. The power ranking for the New Orleans Pelicans is 82.67. Continue monitoring these figures as the season progresses.
  • Away New York Knicks - The New York Knicks currently have a 9-6 record as an away team. That standing puts them 2nd in the league for away team wins.
  • Home New Orleans Pelicans - The New Orleans Pelicans start this matchup with a 4-9 record as a home team. They now rank 10th in the league for home team wins so far in the 2024-25 NBA regular season.
  • Average Points Per Game - The New York Knicks currently rank 7th (117.0) for average points scored per game. On the other side of the court, the New Orleans Pelicans stand at 28th averaging 105.4 PPG.
  • Average Opponent Points Per Game - Opponents have scored an average of 110.0 points against the New York Knicks, ranking them 22nd in the league. The New Orleans Pelicans currently rank 5th in the league for points scored against them, with a current standing of 117.1 OPPG.
  • Team Division Records - The New York Knicks have notched a 4-1 Eastern Atlantic Division division record, while the New Orleans Pelicans possess a 0-4 Western Southwest Division standing.
  • Overall Team Records - The New York Knicks have a 17-10 overall record, while the New Orleans Pelicans have a 5-23 standing.

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Avast, ye scallywags! The New York Knicks be takin' on...the New Orleans Pelicans in a fierce battle on December 21st...The fans in the Pelicans' arena be rowdy and raucous...The Knicks have a solid 17-10 record, while the Pelicans lag... in the standings with a dismal 5-23 overall record...The Knicks be dominatin' their division with a 4-1 record...While the Pelicans be strugglin' at 0-4 in their division...The Knicks be scorin' an average of 117.0 points per game...While the Pelicans be trailin' behind with 105.4 points per game...See you courtside at today's game...Be sure to review the best bets from our featured sportsbooks...Look at this game's prop bets below...Let's see who comes out on top in this high-seas showdown!

Best Knicks at Pelicans Odds


Best Point Spread Betting Odds
Underdog

New Orleans Pelicans
Favorite

New York Knicks
The New York Knicks have a -7.5 -115 point spread at BetMGM OH. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. The New Orleans Pelicans have a +7.5 -105 point spread at BetMGM OH. The New Orleans Pelicans are the point spread underdogs. Review how to bet on a point spread with our text and video tutorials.

Best Total Betting Odds
OverUnder
BetMGM has the best over line of 223.5 points. Risk $115 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 223.5 points. Risk $105 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

Best Moneyline Betting Odds
Underdog

New Orleans Pelicans
Favorite

New York Knicks
The New York Knicks are the -350 moneyline favorite. Risk $350 to win $100 on the New York Knicks at BetMGM. The New Orleans Pelicans are the +260 underdog at BetMGM. Risk $100 to win $260 on the New Orleans Pelicans. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the New York Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans NBA game on Saturday, December 21st, 2024?

The New York Knicks are -7.5 -115 point spread favorites at BetMGM, while the New Orleans Pelicans are +7.5 -105 point spread underdogs at BetMGM.

What is the over-under total line for the New York Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans NBA game on Saturday, December 21st, 2024?

The best over line is 223.5 -115 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 223.5 -105 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $105 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the New York Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans NBA game on Saturday, December 21st, 2024?

The New York Knicks are the -350 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and the New Orleans Pelicans are the +260 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.

NBA Odds Example

NBA Odds and Outcomes Explained

Game
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Knicks
Pelicans
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
-7.5 -115+7.5 -105
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Underdog New Orleans Pelicans - New Orleans Pelicans bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.

A +7.5 New Orleans Pelicans underdog bet wins if they lose by 7 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 8 or more.

Favorite New York Knicks - New York Knicks bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.

A -7.5 New York Knicks favorite bet wins if they win by 8 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 7 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.

New York Knicks at New Orleans Pelicans Prop Bets

NBA Prop Bets
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Bet
Knicks
Pelicans
Game to Overtime
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
Yes +1300No -5000Bet
Pelicans
Team Total Points
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
107.5 o -120107.5 u -105Bet
Knicks
Team Total Points
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
116.5 o -110116.5 u -120Bet
Cameron Payne
Points Scored
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
5.5 o -1255.5 u -105Bet
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CJ McCollum
Points Scored
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
19.5 o -12519.5 u -105Bet
Dejounte Murray
Points Scored
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
19.5 o -11019.5 u -120Bet
Herbert Jones
Points Scored
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
11.5 o -10511.5 u -130Bet
Jalen Brunson
Points Scored
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
22.5 o -13022.5 u -105Bet
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Javonte Green
Points Scored
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
4.5 o -1254.5 u -105Bet
Jordan Hawkins
Points Scored
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
7.5 o -1107.5 u -120Bet
Josh Hart
Points Scored
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
12.5 o -11012.5 u -120Bet
Karl-Anthony Towns
Points Scored
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
24.5 o -12024.5 u -110Bet
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Mikal Bridges
Points Scored
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
16.5 o -12516.5 u -105Bet
Miles McBride
Points Scored
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
8.5 o -1258.5 u -105Bet
OG Anunoby
Points Scored
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
14.5 o -12514.5 u -105Bet
Precious Achiuwa
Points Scored
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
5.5 o -1205.5 u -110Bet
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Trey Murphy III
Points Scored
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
16.5 o -13516.5 u +100Bet
Yves Missi
Points Scored
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
9.5 o -1209.5 u -110Bet
CJ McCollum
Points, Rebounds & Assists
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
27.5 o -12027.5 u -110Bet
Herbert Jones
Points, Rebounds & Assists
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
17.5 o -11017.5 u -120Bet
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Jalen Brunson
Points, Rebounds & Assists
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
33.5 o -12533.5 u -105Bet
Jordan Hawkins
Points, Rebounds & Assists
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
11.5 o +10011.5 u -135Bet
Josh Hart
Points, Rebounds & Assists
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
26.5 o +10026.5 u -130Bet
Precious Achiuwa
Points, Rebounds & Assists
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
11.5 o -13511.5 u +100Bet
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Trey Murphy III
Points, Rebounds & Assists
NYK at NOP
12/21/24 8:10pm EST
23.5 o -14523.5 u +105Bet

Team Standings

2024-2025 NBA Regular Season Standings - New York Knicks, New Orleans Pelicans
Team W L Pct GB Home Away Div Conf PPG Op. PPG Diff Strk L10
New York Knicks18100.643+6.58-410-64-113-7116.5109.4+7.1W38-2
New Orleans Pelicans5240.172+20.04-101-140-43-13104.9116.7-11.8L61-9

New York Knicks & New Orleans Pelicans Futures Odds

Latest NBA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn how to bet on the NBA Championship. See past Championship results and learn how to bet NBA Finals teasers, props and parlays.

New York Knicks Championship Odds
2024-25 New York Knicks NBA Championship Odds

Team
BetMGM Sports Betting BetMGM
Knicks
+1100
Bet
New Orleans Pelicans Championship Odds
2024-25 New Orleans Pelicans NBA Championship Odds

Team
BetMGM Sports Betting BetMGM
Pelicans
+50000
Bet

New York Knicks & New Orleans Pelicans Team Pages

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How to Bet on the Game

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How to Bet on the New York Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans NBA Game

  1. Open a new sports betting account before game time.

    Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, December 21st, 2024 at 8:10 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.

  2. Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.

  3. Tap to the sportsbook's NBA page, look for the New York Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans Game.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's NBA page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the New York Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans Game.

  4. Choose your bet and place a wager.

    Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.

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