Carmelo Anthony returns to NY as Thunder face the Knicks
By Yams
Predicted lineups
OKC Thunder starters
Point Guard: Russell Westbrook
Shooting Guard: Andre Roberson
Small Forward: Paul George
Power Forward: Carmelo Anthony
Center: Steven Adams
New York Knicks starters
Point Guard: Jarrett Jack
Shooting Guard: Courtney Lee
Small Forward: Tim Hardaway Jr.
Power Forward: Kristaps Porzingis
Center: Enes Kanter
Injury notes/Suspensions:
Kristaps Porzingis is listed as day-to-day after an injury he sustained when the Knicks faced the Nets on Thursday. His status for tonight’s game is questionable.
Game Specifics
History
The Thunder/SuperSonics are 64-65 all-time against the New York Knicks. Since moving to Oklahoma City, the Thunder have a commanding 13-5 record and have an active four-game winning streak against Knicks.
Fan data
The venue: Madison Square Garden
Tipoff time: 7:30 PM ET
TV: Fox Sports Oklahoma
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Prediction
This is likely going to be a close game. Its outcome depends heavily on whether Kristaps Porzingis plays. Should he miss the game, the Thunder might be at risk of losing because of their tendency to play to the level of their opponents. However, should he start, expect the Thunder to walk out with a win. It might sound crazy, but that’s the reality with this OKC team.
Thunder: 106, Knicks: 102