The most exciting match of the day arrives between the two most in-form teams in the competition, namely OKC Thunder and New York Knicks, starting at 02:00 in the morning.
The Thunder have a franchise record 13 straight wins, although tonight they will play the from to two after beating the Clippers 116-98.
For their part, the New Yorkers have 9 victories in a row, even if the last three against teams with losing records, such as the Utah Jazz and the Washington Wizards (twice).
Shai, the supposed next NBA MVP if all goes well, faces the most offensive Knicks of their last two decades, led by Towns, and with Brunson’s last-minute doubt due to hamstring discomfort.
Date and time Knicks vs. Thunder
Date: January 3, 2025.
Hour: These are the start times for the Knicks vs. Thunder depending on the time zone.
| Spain (peninsula), France and Italy | 02:00 |
| Dominican Republic, United States (Boston, New York and Miami), Puerto Rico and Venezuela | 20:00 |
| Mexique (center), El Salvador, Costa Rica and Nicaragua | 19:00 |
| Mexico (Pacific) and United States (Los Angeles) | 17:00 |
| Argentina, Chile, Brazil, Uruguay and Paraguay | 22:00 |
| Colombia, Ecuador, United States (Chicago and Texas), Peru and Panama | 20:00 |
Seat: Paycom Center (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma)
Knicks Quintets Vs. Thunder
| Knicks | Thunder |
| Jalen brunson | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander |
| Ponts Mikal | Lu Dort |
| Josh hart | Jalen Williams |
| AND Anunoby | Aaron Wiggins |
| Karl Anthony-Villes | Isaiah Hartenstein |
Latest news for the Knicks: injuries and form
Tom Thibodeau’s team only has the confirmed absence of Mitchell Robinson, and the last minute doubts of Jalen Brunson and Deuce McBride.
Both missed the last game against the Utah Jazz, and it is assumed that they will be ready to return to action. If in the end both don’t dress in shorts, Cameron Payne once again points to the starting point guard with more minutes in the rotation for Landry Shamet recovered.
Player to watch: Josh Hart
Josh Hart takes a step forward this year, particularly in directing. The guard has the best numbers of his NBA career in points (14.5) and rebounds (8.8), and also has four triple-doubles, making Knicks history.
If Brunson ultimately can’t play, it will all come down to Josh Hart and his momentum on both ends of the court.
- Last five matches: 17.2 points, 13 rebounds and 7.2 assists while shooting 52% from the field.
Latest news for the Thunder: injuries and form
The confirmed victims are the young Chet Holmgren (hip) and his teammate Nikola Topic, absent for the entire 2024-25 season.
Likewise, recently re-signed Alex Caruso will be a last-minute doubt due to some hip discomfort.
For the rest, everything begins and ends with Shai and his great moment of play, voted best player of the month of December alongside Towns in the East.
Player to watch: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Perhaps we are talking about the most decisive player in the entire NBA with Nikola Jokic. But the Thunder’s record is overwhelming compared to the Nuggets.
- Last five matches: 34.2 points, 6.2 assists and 4.2 rebounds with an exceptional shooting rate of 62% from the field.
Knicks vs Thunder: Match History
The Thunder have their finger on the pulse of the Knicks and in their last five games, they are 4-1 favorably.
The last of them, played on March 31, 2024, won by a close score of 113-112 with 33 points and 8 assists from Jalen Williams.
The highlight of this game was Isaiah Hartenstein’s reunion with his old team, the Knicks.
Since the center returned to the field after overcoming his injury, The Thunder are unstoppable with a 17-1 record.
Where to watch Knicks vs. Thunder
The match between the New York Knicks and OKC Thunder can be seen in Spain through the NBA League Pass subscription.
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