Knicks vs Trail Blazers Prediction, NBA Picks and Betting Trends for Today’s Game

For Saturday afternoon’s interconference clash, the New York Knicks (25-31, 26-30 ATS) are preparing to play the Portland Trail Blazers (22-34, 22-34 ATS); NBA picks are posted here. Will the struggling Trail Blazers upset the inconsistent Knicks? Including the starting lineups, our top NBA picks and betting trends are available below.

Knicks vs Trail Blazers Game Information 

Date: Saturday, February 12, 2022
Start time: 5 p.m. ET
Location: Moda Center at the Rose Quarter; Portland, Oregon

Knicks vs Trail Blazers NBA Picks and Betting Odds

All Knicks vs Trail Blazers betting odds can be found at BetOnline

Point spread: Knicks -4.5 (-110) | Trail Blazers +4.5 (-110)
Best moneyline: Knicks -190 | Trail Blazers +165
Over/Under: 217 (-110)

New York Knicks Injury Report

PG Derrick Rose (out indefinitely) | C Nerlens Noel (questionable) | SF RJ Barrett (out)

Portland Trail Blazers Injury Report

PG Eric Bledsoe (out) | PG Damian Lillard (out indefinitely) | SG Joe Ingles (out for the season) | SF Nassir Little (out for the season) | SF Didi Louzada (out indefinitely) | SF Elijah Hughes (probable) | SF Keon Johnson (out)

50% up to $1000 Welcome Bonus

Play Now

Knicks vs Trail Blazers News and Preview | NBA Picks

Additionally, on Thursday, in the Knicks’ 116-114 upset road win over the Warriors, forward Julius Randle added one more double-double to his career total. He accumulated 28 points, 16 rebounds and 7.0 assists in 37 minutes on the court. Guard Evan Fournier contributed 22 points in 31 minutes played as well. New York has won only three of its past 10 games. This victory ended their four-game skid. The team is now 12-16 away, 13-15 at home and 13-15 ATS on the road.

Meanwhile, in the Trail Blazers’ 107-105 home win versus the Lakers on Wednesday, guard Anfernee Simons scored a team-high 29 points in 38 minutes spent on the court. Center Jusuf Nurkic finished his performance with a double-double, amassing 19 points, 12 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 33 minutes played. Portland has won just two of its last 10 contests. They are 15-16 at home, 7-18 away and 14-17 ATS at home this season.

Referring to ESPN’s Basketball Power Index, the Knicks have a 55.7% chance of winning. 

Regarding other head-to-head matchups, in the previous three meetings, the Knicks are 2-1 against the Trail Blazers. On Feb. 6, 2021, the last time these teams met during the regular season, New York won 110-99 at Madison Square Garden. The Trail Blazers last defeated them on Jan. 24, 2021, when they won 116-113 at Moda Center.

On another topic, the Trail Blazers traded Norman Powell and Robert Covington to the Clippers for Eric Bledsoe, Justice Winslow and Keon Johnson a week ago. On Wednesday, in a three-way trade with the Spurs and Jazz, the Trail Blazers acquired Joe Ingles from Utah, while Portland shopped Nickeil Alexander-Walker. For those tuning in for the first time, Ingles is out for the remainder of the season.

Eric Bledsoe (left Achilles; tendinopathy), Joe Ingles (left knee; ACL tear), Keon Johnson (right ankle; sprain), Damian Lillard (core muscle recovery), Nassir Little (left shoulder recovery) and Didi Louzada (left knee; recovery) are out for Saturday’s game vs. Knicks.

— Casey Holdahl (@CHold) February 12, 2022

Knicks vs Trail Blazers NBA Betting Trends | NBA Picks

• New York is 1-4 ATS in the team’s past five games played.
• The Knicks are 1-4 SU in their previous five contests.
• And, the total has gone over in four of the Knicks’ last five games.
• As for the Trail Blazers, they are 1-6 ATS in their past seven contests played.
• Not to mention, the total has gone under in nine of Portland’s previous 11 matchups versus Portland.
• The Trail Blazers are 1-5 SU in their last six home games.

Projected New York Knicks Starting Lineup

PG Evan Fournier | SG Kemba Walker | SF Quentin Grimes | PF Julius Randle | C Mitchell Robinson

Projected Portland Trail Blazers Starting Lineup

PG Anfernee Simons | SG Ben McLemore | SF Justise Winslow | PF CJ Elleby | C Jusuf Nurkic

Knicks vs Trail Blazers Prediction | NBA Picks

Furthermore, New York is 18-11 as a favorite, 7-20 as an underdog and 13-15 ATS away, while Portland is 14-11 as a favorite, 8-23 as an underdog and 14-17 ATS at home. Both teams have not played well over their previous 10 contests, but they are coming off rare wins. Of course, the Knicks have the healthier roster. Similar to any other game, the winner of this matchup will have to limit turnovers and generate points during crunch time.

New York is a 4.5-point favorite over Portland. The Knicks are striving to turn their season around, and this is evident due to the trade moves. In conclusion, contemplate picking the Knicks to win, they will cover the spread and the total will go over 217. If you have never placed a bet, check out our handicap betting guide. Other NBA Picks are on the main page.

All betting lines were retrieved from BetOnline. Click below to claim a free bet, if you’re a new customer.  

50% up to $1000 Welcome Bonus

Play Now