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New York Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction & Picks (Dejounte Murray Key Factor): Stat-Based Insights
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As the New Orleans Pelicans roll into Madison Square Garden, all eyes should be on Dejounte Murray, particularly for his points and rebounds combined total. Averaging 22 points and 5 rebounds over his last five games, Murray has been a force, especially away from home, where he's hitting nearly 20 points and over 6 rebounds. Against the Knicks, he's found even more success, with an impressive average of 18.6 points in their previous encounters. The numbers don't lie: he's hit the over on this combined total in 8 of his last 9 games, and remarkably, he's done so in every one of his last 11 away games. With an expected stat value pushing 25, betting on Murray to clear 19.5 points and rebounds feels not just safe, but like a smart play as he continues to shine on the road.
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As the New York Knicks gear up to face the New Orleans Pelicans, all eyes will be on Karl-Anthony Towns and his rebounding prowess. However, there's a compelling case for betting the under on his rebounds at 12.5. While Towns has averaged a solid 14 boards at home recently, he's only managed 10 against the Pelicans in their last matchup at Madison Square Garden. His recent performances have shown some inconsistency, hitting the under in two of his last three home games, and averaging just 11.61 rebounds when we factor in his overall performance. The Pelicans are known to crash the boards but have held Towns to 11.8 rebounds in their last five encounters. With the Knicks' defensive strategy likely to limit his opportunities, this could be the perfect storm for Towns to fall short of that 12.5 mark. Betting under here feels like a savvy move.
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