- Matchup: Brooklyn Nets vs New York Knicks
- Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
- Venue: Madison Square Garden, New York, NY
- Broadcast: MSG
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On Wednesday, the New York Knicks (25-18) are set to face off against the Brooklyn Nets (12-29) at Madison Square Garden.
In their last game, the Nets competed against the Suns, ultimately losing 126-117. Brooklyn committed 16 personal fouls, while Phoenix had 22. The Nets were successful on 20 of their 39 attempts from beyond the arc and earned a commendable free throw percentage of 95.2%, making 20 out of 21 attempts. On the rebound front, Brooklyn gathered a total of 43 boards, 12 on the offensive side. Defensively, they allowed Phoenix to shoot 57.1% from the field, conceding 44 baskets out of 77 tries. The Nets also forced 20 turnovers and recorded 12 steals while assisting on 20 baskets during the match.
Michael Porter Jr. was a key contributor in this matchup, scoring 23 points on 10 of 23 shooting, with 6 rebounds in 37 minutes. His field goal percentage stood at 43.5%, and he added 4 assists to his performance.
The Nets currently hold a record of 12-29 this year, scoring an average of 109.0 points per game (30th in the league) with a field goal percentage of 44.8%. They are hitting 35.0% of their three-point attempts, totaling 585 out of 1,673, while also featuring a free throw success rate of 78.4%. Brooklyn averages 40.0 rebounds per game and has accumulated 1,052 assists this season, ranking 25th in the league for assists. They commit 15.2 turnovers and average 20.0 personal fouls per game.
Defensively, the Nets force 14.0 turnovers per game and commit 19.9 personal fouls. They allow opponents to shoot 37.6% from deep and rank 10th in points allowed per game at 114.3. On the board, they give up a shooting percentage of 48.8% (1,718 of 3,524) and average 43.1 rebounds allowed per game. They are positioned 16th in assists allowed overall, having surrendered a total of 1,137 assists this season.
In their most recent game, the Knicks fell to the Mavericks 114-97. New York picked up 34 defensive rebounds and added 12 offensive boards for a total of 46 rebounds in the matchup. They lost possession 24 times but secured 4 steals. The Mavericks committed 14 personal fouls, allowing the Knicks 20 free throw attempts, of which they converted 12 at 60.0%. From three-point range, New York sank 9 of 31 attempts (29.0%), finishing the game with a field goal percentage of 40.0% after successfully shooting 38 from 95. In contrast, the Mavericks achieved a shooting percentage of 48.8%, making 40 of 82 attempts.
Jalen Brunson was pivotal for the Knicks, scoring 22 points with a shooting percentage of 37.5% (9 of 24), and dishing out 6 assists in 34 minutes, though he did not record any rebounds.
New York’s overall record now stands at 25-18 this season. Offensively, the Knicks are converting 46.7% from the field, ranking 16th in the league. They have accumulated 5,069 points this season (117.9 points per game) and grab an average of 46.0 rebounds. Their assist rate is at 26.6 per game (13th in the league) while turning the ball over 13.7 times per contest. The Knicks commit an average of 20.7 fouls per game and shoot 79.6% from the free throw line.
Defensively, the Knicks rank 12th in the NBA in points allowed with 114.9 per game. They force 14.0 turnovers and allow opponents to shoot 46.8% from the floor (16th in the league). New York gives up 37.5% from three-point range (630 of 1,679) and their opponents convert 77.9% of their free throw attempts. They average yielding 25.2 assists and 42.0 rebounds per game, placing them 7th and 6th in the league respectively.
Who will prevail in tonight’s NBA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Back Brooklyn
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