- Matchup: Sacramento Kings vs New York Knicks
- Event Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026
- Venue: Madison Square Garden, New York, NY
- Broadcast: MSG
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The New York Knicks (27-18) are set to face off against the Sacramento Kings (12-34) at Madison Square Garden this Tuesday.
In their previous game, the Kings faced the Cavaliers but suffered a narrow defeat, finishing at 123-118. Sacramento recorded a field goal percentage of 47.2% (42 out of 89) and hit 13 out of 33 three-point attempts. From the free-throw line, they excelled, sinking 21 of 22 for a remarkable 95.5%. The Kings managed to grab 43 rebounds, including 10 offensive boards, and dished out 26 assists while forcing 7 turnovers from their opponents, contributing to 5 steals. On defense, however, Sacramento allowed Cleveland to shoot 45.8% from the field (44 of 96). The Cavaliers achieved 23 assists and made 6 steals, alongside pulling down 48 rebounds (16 offensive, 32 defensive) and blocking 2 shots. Cleveland shot 81.5% from the charity stripe, converting 22 of 27 attempts and successfully hitting 13 of their 36 three-point shots. In terms of fouls, the Kings committed 25 personal fouls compared to 17 from the Cavaliers.
Domantas Sabonis made a significant impact in the recent matchup. He shot 64.3% from the field, recorded 6 assists, and played for 31 minutes while securing 16 rebounds. He earned 24 points on 9-of-14 shooting.
Sacramento enters this contest with a record of 12-34 for the season. The team averages 14.4 turnovers per game while committing 20.5 personal fouls nightly. As a group, the Kings secure 41.0 rebounds per game and have tallied 1,162 assists this season, ranking 18th in the league. Sacramento is hitting 35.2% of their three-point attempts (488 of 1,388) and 76.6% from the free-throw line. They average 110.9 points per game (28th in the NBA) with a field goal percentage of 46.7%.
Defensively, the Kings force 14.1 turnovers per game and commit 18.7 personal fouls. They rank 24th in the league for assists allowed, with 1,259 surrendered so far this year. Sacramento allows a field goal percentage of 49.0% (2,032 of 4,149) and gives up 45.7 rebounds per game, surrendering 35.0% on three-point shots. They rank 28th in points allowed per game (120.8).
In their last game, New York emerged victorious against the 76ers, winning 112-109. The Knicks gathered 34 defensive rebounds and 19 offensive boards for a total of 53 rebounds in the game. They turned the ball over 11 times while achieving 6 steals. The 76ers were called for 21 personal fouls, leading to 27 free-throw attempts for New York, who converted 15 for a success rate of 55.6%. For three-point shooting, New York made 15 out of 44 attempts (34.1%). Overall, the Knicks had a shooting percentage of 44.1%, sinking 41 of 93 attempts. Philadelphia shot 50.6% from the field, connecting on 39 of 77 attempts, and registered a 31.0% mark from distance (9 out of 29), making 22 of 29 free throws (75.9%). The Knicks’ defense allowed Philadelphia to secure 37 total rebounds (6 offensive).
Jalen Brunson delivered a strong performance for the Knicks, scoring 31 points in 38 minutes along with 6 assists. He shot 11 of 24 from the floor, achieving a field goal percentage of 45.8%, and added 5 rebounds.
New York holds a record of 27-18 this year. Offensively, the Knicks shoot 46.9% from the field, placing them 16th in the NBA. They have scored 5,301 points this season (117.8 points per game) and average 46.3 rebounds per game. The team assists on average 26.6 times per contest (11th in the league) and turns the ball over 13.6 times per game. New York commits 20.6 personal fouls per contest and makes 78.8% of their free-throw attempts.
Defensively, the Knicks are among the top 10 in the league, allowing 113.7 points per game. They force 14.0 turnovers per game while permitting opponents to hit 46.5% of their shots from the field (13th in the NBA). Additionally, they allow 37.2% on three-point attempts (650 of 1,748) and opponents convert 77.7% of their free throw attempts. New York gives up 25.0 assists and 41.5 total rebounds per game, ranking them 6th and 5th in the league, respectively.
Which team will claim victory tonight against the spread?
Recommendation: Back New York
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