Adam Williams presents his prediction for the NBA match.
The Portland Trail Blazers are already out of the play-in race, but they continue to fight for wins on home court. Meanwhile, the New York Knicks have adapted well to playing without Jalen Brunson and recently demolished the Sacramento Kings. Historically, the Trail Blazers have struggled against the Knicks, and this trend is unlikely to change.
Portland Trail Blazers
The Trail Blazers are in a rough patch, having lost four consecutive games—three of them by double-digit margins. They concede an average of 114.7 points per game (18th in the NBA) and rank just 27th in defensive rebounds (15.2 per game). Their ball movement is also poor, averaging only 23.7 assists per game (27th in the league). Injuries to Jerami Grant, Matisse Thybulle, and Robert Williams have further hurt their performance, as the trio collectively averaged 11.5 rebounds per game.
New York Knicks
The Knicks remain in the Eastern Conference’s top three, though the injury to Jalen Brunson has impacted their play. However, the team impressed in their dominant win over the strong Sacramento Kings (133:104), where the starting five combined for 104 points. The Knicks excel offensively, ranking sixth in the NBA in scoring (117.1 PPG) and fourth in two-point field goal percentage (48.9%).
Portland Trail Blazers vs New York Knicks Prediction
The Knicks have won three straight games against the Trail Blazers, with each victory by at least 12 points. The Trail Blazers’ recent struggles highlight their lack of competitiveness, making it likely that the Knicks will secure another win—even without Jalen Brunson.
