New York Knicks at Philadelphia 76ers

Prediction, pick and result · NBA · Friday, May 8, 2026

NYK
AwayKnicks
108
FINALTotal 202 · Over 213.5 missed
PHI
Home76ers
94

Official pick · counts in our record

LOSS · -1.00u
Over 213.51u
Model confidence77%Tier B play

Why the model likes it

A tight spread is one of the best contextual supports for an Over because it reduces blowout risk and increases the chances of intentional fouling in the final minute. The model sees this game landing well above 213.7, suggesting the market may be underrating the offensive baseline and half-court efficiency available on both sides. Philadelphia and New York can both generate efficient offense through free throws, offensive rebounding, and primary-creator usage, which helps scoring even if raw pace is only moderate. If perimeter shooting is merely average rather than poor, the total has enough cushion to clear, especially with a competitive endgame.

Our number vs the market

Total points. Our model priced this game 13.3 points higher than the sportsbooks.

Market214
Our model227.3
Gap+13.3toward Over

May 8, 2026 · Prices and lines as of our morning run; model picks are information, not betting advice.