The San Antonio Spurs roll into Madison Square Garden riding an 11‑game winning streak, looking to extend their dominance against the New York Knicks. San Antonio sits at 43‑16, while New York is 38‑22 and eager to defend home court.
Oddsmakers have the Spurs as slight 1.5‑point favorites, with the total set at 228.5. This clash features two of the league’s most balanced teams: the Spurs averaging 118.5 points per game, and the Knicks close behind at 117.3.
Victor Wembanyama’s inside presence and Jalen Brunson’s perimeter scoring headline a matchup that promises drama. With both teams combining for 235.8 points per game, bettors must weigh San Antonio’s hot streak against New York’s strong home record.
Best Bet: Knicks +1.5 (-110) at DraftKings Sportsbook
The Knicks have proven resilient at home, posting a 19‑11 ATS record in Madison Square Garden. San Antonio’s winning streak is impressive, but their ATS record when favored by 1.5 points or more (17‑19‑4) shows vulnerability.
New York’s offense, averaging 117.3 points per game, matches up well against San Antonio’s defense, which allows 111.7 points. The total of 228.5 leans toward the over, given both teams combine for 235.8 points per game, but the stronger angle is New York covering the spread.
Brunson’s scoring and Towns’ rebounding give the Knicks the tools to keep pace, making Knicks +1.5 the best bet in this marquee matchup.
Combined Odds: +210
This safer parlay ties together New York’s ability to cover at home, Brunson’s steady scoring, and Wembanyama’s offensive consistency.
If the Knicks keep the game close, Brunson will be central to their attack, while Wembanyama ensures San Antonio stays competitive.
Combined Odds: +700
This longshot parlay banks on San Antonio covering, Wembanyama dominating inside with a double‑double, and Brunson delivering a big scoring night.
The correlation is clear: if the Spurs win, Wembanyama’s impact will be decisive, while Brunson’s production keeps the Knicks close enough to push the pace.
The above odds are sourced from FanDuel.
Odds updated: March 1, 2026 – 12:00 a.m. ET. Lines may move throughout the day.
| Team | Player | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio Spurs | Mason Plumlee | Reconditioning | Out |
| San Antonio Spurs | Harrison Ingram | — | Day‑to‑Day |
| San Antonio Spurs | David Jones Garcia | Ankle | Out |
| New York Knicks | Miles McBride | Core Muscle | Out |
The San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks tip off on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. ET.
The game will be played at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York.
Fans can watch the game on ABC.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, March 1, 2026 |
| Time | 1:00 p.m. ET |
| Arena | Madison Square Garden, New York City |
| TV/Streaming | ABC |
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