Adam Williams presents his prediction for the NBA match.
The game between the New York Knicks and the Miami Heat is the headline fixture of the day. Both teams are in the top five of the Eastern Conference and are chasing the Detroit Pistons. The loser will find it difficult to get back into the race.
New York Knicks
The New York Knicks are in excellent form: five wins in their last six games. The key has been elite scoring on offence. They average 120.5 points and have topped 130 more than once. The main driver is Jalen Brunson. He is averaging 28 points this season and delivering 6.5 assists.
Miami Heat
The Miami Heat, for their part, are the most prolific offence in the league. They average 124.8 points. However, this style has hurt their defence. In their last three games they have allowed an average of 133 points, which is a serious problem for the side.
New York Knicks vs Miami Heat Prediction
Both the New York Knicks and the Miami Heat excel in attack, but their defence raises many questions. The most logical option is to back the game total. It will not be dull at Madison Square Garden.
