Brooklyn Nets at New York Knicks Picks and Prediction, Sunday, November 9th, 2025

In this Nets vs. Knicks prediction, the Brooklyn Nets make the short trip into Manhattan to take on the Knicks in a regional rivalry matchup. The Nets are just 1-8 on the season as they continue a long, slow rebuild. The Knicks, one of the favorites to reach the NBA Finals from the Eastern Conference, are 5-3. Read on for more in this Nets/Knicks prediction and get our top NBA predictions to increase your bankroll!

Brooklyn in Rebuild Mode

The Brooklyn Nets are off to a slow start to kick off the 2025-26 season, winners of just one of their first nine games. The Nets, one game after upsetting the Pacers on the road for their first win of the season, fell to the Pistons 125-107 at home in Group C action for the NBA Cup. The Nets, playing without Cam Thomas, shot just 42 percent from the floor in defeat. Michael Porter Jr. led the Nets with 28 points, and Noah Clowney chipped in with 19 as the Nets fell to 0-2 in Cup play.

The Nets are on their way to another lottery appearance this season, given the team's rebuild. The Nets come into this matchup with one of the worst offenses in the NBA. That won’t be helped with the loss of Thomas for at least a month with a hamstring injury. The Nets are 27th in the NBA in scoring this season. They are ranked 25th in offensive efficiency and field goal efficiency. The Nets are just 23rd in three-point shooting this season. On the defensive side of things, the Nets are ranked 29th in points allowed per game. They are last in defensive efficiency and defensive field goal efficiency. The team is 29th in 3-point defensive efficiency. The Nets are fifth in the NBA in rebounding per game. They are 17th in the league in turnovers per game.

Knicks Warming Up

After knocking on the door over the last few seasons, the Knicks are primed to finally get over the hump and back into the NBA Finals this season. With just two wins in their first five games, the Knicks have rebounded with three straight victories. That includes a 137-114 win over the Timberwolves at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday night. OG Anunoby led the way for New York with 25 points, and Jalen Brunson chipped in with 23 points, 10 assists, and seven rebounds. Josh Brown added 18 points to help the Knicks improve to 5-0 at home this season.

The Knicks are rounding into form as the season cruises into November and the holiday season. They are 13th in the league in points per game this season. The Knicks are 3rd in offensive efficiency and 19th in field goal efficiency. They are 11th in 3-point shooting. Defensively, the Knicks are 7th in points allowed per game. They are 16th in defensive efficiency and just 29th in defensive field goal efficiency. The Knicks are susceptible on the perimeter, ranked last in the league in 3-point defense. They are protective of the basketball, ranked 4th in turnovers per game. The Knicks are last in the league in rebounds per game.

Key Injuries and Analysis for Nets vs. Knicks

Nets

• Star guard Cam Thomas (hamstring) is out 4-5 weeks. Averages 21.4 ppg.

Knicks

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Nets at Knicks Pick

Point Spread Pick for Nets vs. Knicks 

• Knicks -15.5 (4 units)

The Knicks come into this game cruising, specifically on the offensive end. They have one of the most efficient offenses in the NBA and rarely turn the ball over. The Nets, in contrast, have trouble scoring and shooting at a below-average rate. That will be amplified with the loss of Thomas for at least a month. Defensively, the Nets are last in the league in defensive efficiency and field goal efficiency. That will open the door for the Knicks to get easy baskets and build a comfortable lead against a team that has trouble putting up points. The Knicks are 5-0 at home already and will make it 6-0 with a comfortable win on Sunday.

Take the Knicks minus the points.

Over/Under Pick for Nets vs. Clippers 

• Over 229.5 (4 units)

Both teams have struggled on the defensive end this season, particularly the Nets. The well-rested Knicks are efficient on offense and come into this matchup well-rested, having last played on Wednesday night. Both teams struggle on the perimeter, ranked in the bottom two spots in 3-point defense. The Knicks, in particular, should be able to take full advantage of that with the league’s 11th-ranked 3-point offense. Expect this game to sail past the total.

Take the under.