The New York Knicks (45‑25, third in the East) host the Indiana Pacers (15‑53, last in the East) at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday night in a matchup that highlights two teams on opposite ends of the standings.
New York has been steady, winning seven of their last ten, while Indiana has dropped ten straight and continues to spiral toward the lottery. Injuries loom large: the Pacers are dealing with a long list of day‑to‑day players including Tyrese Haliburton, Pascal Siakam, and Obi Toppin, while the Knicks are monitoring Jalen Brunson and Miles McBride.
Oddsmakers have New York heavily favored at ‑16.5, with the total set at 224. This game is less about playoff positioning and more about whether Indiana can compete against one of the East’s elite teams.
Best Bet: Knicks -16.5 (-110) at BetMGM Sportsbook
New York’s balance and defensive consistency make them the sharper side to back. The Knicks rank seventh in defense, allowing just 111.8 points per game, while Indiana’s offense ranks 28th and has struggled to generate efficient looks.
The Pacers are 0‑10 SU in their last ten games and 1‑12 ATS in their last 13 overall. New York has dominated this matchup recently, winning six straight against Indiana.
While the total of 224 leans toward the under given New York’s defensive profile and Indiana’s offensive struggles, the spread is the sharper angle. Knicks -16.5 is the best bet.
This safer parlay leans on the stars to hit their averages while banking on the under, which ties in with Indiana’s offensive limitations and New York’s defensive strength.
The longshot parlay hinges on Brunson having a big scoring night, Siakam returning to form, and New York pulling away late. Given Indiana’s recent struggles, this scenario is plausible.
| Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacers | +16.5 (-110) | +800 | O 224 (-110) |
| Knicks | -16.5 (-110) | -1400 | U 224 (-110) |
Odds updated: March 17, 2026 – 12:00 p.m. ET. Lines may move throughout the day.
| Team | Player | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacers | Tyrese Haliburton | Achilles | Day to day |
| Pacers | Pascal Siakam | Knee | Day to day |
| Pacers | Obi Toppin | Foot | Day to day |
| Pacers | Ivica Zubac | Ankle | Day to day |
| Pacers | Aaron Nesmith | Ankle | Day to day |
| Pacers | T.J. McConnell | Hamstring | Day to day |
| Knicks | Jalen Brunson | Ankle/Neck | Day to day |
| Knicks | Miles McBride | Ankle | Day to day |
The game tips off at 7:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 17.
The matchup will be held at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
The game will be broadcast nationally on TNT, with streaming available via NBA League Pass.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Tuesday, March 17, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 p.m. ET |
| Arena | Madison Square Garden, New York, NY |
| TV/Streaming | TNT / NBA League |
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