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Knicks Defeat Nets 103-90 at Madison Square Garden

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Monday, November 2, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Madison Square Garden

New York Knicks 103, Brooklyn Nets 90, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Brooklyn Nets vs New York Knicks?

New York Knicks beat Brooklyn Nets 103-90 at Madison Square Garden on November 2, 2026.

Who was favored in Brooklyn Nets vs New York Knicks?

New York Knicks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1020 (about 91% implied). The favorite won.

The New York Knicks secured a decisive 103-90 victory against the Brooklyn Nets at Madison Square Garden, extending their lead in the season series to 2-0. The Knicks, now with a record of 4-4, showcased a strong performance against a struggling Nets team, which fell to 1-7 on the season. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it highlighted the Knicks' ability to capitalize on their home court advantage, improving their home record to 4-3.

In the lead-up to the game, the Knicks had been experiencing mixed results, with a recent record of 5-5 over their last ten games. They had averaged 107.0 points scored while allowing 106.2 points per game during this span. Their last five games showed a slightly less favorable trend, as they recorded a 2-3 record with an average of 108.4 points scored and 108.0 points allowed. The Knicks entered this game on a one-game losing streak, having lost to the Philadelphia 76ers 93-98 in their previous outing.

On the other hand, the Nets had been struggling significantly, holding a 2-8 record over their last ten games and averaging 104.8 points scored while allowing a troubling 117.0 points. They had just snapped a six-game losing streak with a win against the Indiana Pacers, where they won 98-90. However, their overall form had been concerning, particularly on the road, where they had a record of 1-4.

The Knicks' home performance has been relatively strong, especially in the context of their recent games against the Nets. Historically, the Knicks have dominated this matchup, winning the last four meetings against the Nets, including a 120-66 blowout earlier in the season. This trend continued as they maintained their upper hand in this rivalry.

In terms of injuries, the Nets were without Egor Demin and Tyler Bilodeau, both of whom were ruled out prior to the game. Their absence was felt as the Nets struggled to keep pace with the Knicks, particularly in the second half.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, favored the Knicks heavily, with a spread of -14.5 and a moneyline of -1020. The total for the game was set at 218.5, with odds of -113 for the over and -107 for the under. This indicated a strong expectation for the Knicks to dominate the game, which they ultimately did.

Conditions at Madison Square Garden were typical for a late fall evening in New York, with a lively atmosphere that undoubtedly energized the home team. Fans witnessed a competitive first half, but the Knicks pulled away in the second half, maintaining control of the game.

Key moments in the fourth quarter included a series of scoring plays that helped the Knicks extend their lead. Jordan Clarkson made a floating jump shot, and Andre Drummond followed with a layup, but the Nets could not close the gap. Julius Randle contributed crucial free throws, and Landry Shamet sealed the game with a layup, bringing the score to 103-87 before Nolan Traore hit a three-pointer for the Nets, finalizing the score at 103-90.

Overall, this game reinforced the Knicks' status as a competitive team in the Eastern Conference, while the Nets will need to regroup and address their ongoing struggles as they continue the season.

What we said beforehand

The New York Knicks will face off against the Brooklyn Nets at Madison Square Garden on November 3, 2026, in a highly anticipated matchup between two teams looking to improve their early-season records. The Knicks enter this game with a home record of 2-4, while the Nets are struggling at 1-5 on the road. This fixture is particularly noteworthy as both teams are part of the competitive New York basketball scene, and the rivalry adds an extra layer of intensity to the game.

In their last five games, the Knicks have recorded two wins and three losses. They recently defeated the Detroit Pistons 111-97 and the Chicago Bulls 133-127, but suffered losses to the Boston Celtics, Orlando Magic, and Philadelphia 76ers. Their scoring average over these games is approximately 108.4 points, while they have allowed an average of 108.0 points per game. The Knicks' last home game resulted in a loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, where they scored 93 points against 98.

The Brooklyn Nets, on the other hand, have had a challenging stretch, with a record of 1-4 in their last five games. They managed to secure a win against the Indiana Pacers, winning 98-90, but prior to that, they lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers, Indiana Pacers again, Boston Celtics in overtime, and the Detroit Pistons. The Nets have averaged 109.2 points scored and 117.2 points allowed in their last five games. Their most recent outing saw them lose to the Pistons by a score of 94-110.

When it comes to home versus away performance, the Knicks have a balanced overall record of 5-5 in their last ten games, with a home record of 3-3. The Nets have struggled significantly on the road, with a record of 1-4 in their last five away games. The Knicks have won all four previous meetings against the Nets this season, including a decisive 120-66 victory at home on January 22, 2026.

In terms of injuries, the Nets will be without Egor Demin and Tyler Bilodeau, both of whom are out due to leg and shoulder injuries, respectively. The absence of these players could impact the Nets' performance, especially as they continue to seek consistency in their lineup.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, has priced the Knicks as heavy favorites with a spread of -14.5 and a moneyline of -970. The total for the game is set at 218.5, with odds of -113.0 for the over and -107.0 for the under. This indicates a strong expectation for the Knicks to perform well at home against their city rivals.

As the game approaches, conditions at Madison Square Garden are expected to be conducive to a lively atmosphere, with fans eager to see a competitive matchup between these two teams. Viewers should watch for Jalen Brunson, who leads the Knicks in scoring with an average of 25.5 points per game, as well as Michael Porter Jr. for the Nets, averaging 21.2 points. Additionally, Tyler Kolek's playmaking abilities, leading the Knicks in assists with 6.2 per game, will be crucial in setting the pace for New York. The performance of both teams' defenses will also be a focal point, especially given the Nets' struggles to contain opponents in recent games.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	NY -14.5	218.5 o -113 / u -107	Brooklyn Nets +660 · New York Knicks -1020

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Injury report

Egor DeminOutLegBrooklyn Nets
Tyler BilodeauOutShoulderBrooklyn Nets

Leaders

PointsLandry Shamet22New York Knicks
AssistsJosh Hart7New York Knicks
ReboundsKarl-Anthony Towns16New York Knicks
PointsJulius Randle21Brooklyn Nets
AssistsNolan Traore4Brooklyn Nets
ReboundsJulius Randle11Brooklyn Nets

Recent form

New York Knicks

Last 10: 5-5Streak L1107 scored · 106.2 allowed per game3-3 at home

L93-98at Philadelphia 76ersOct 30
W133-127at Chicago BullsOct 29
W111-97vs Detroit PistonsOct 28
L102-111vs Orlando MagicOct 25
L103-107at Boston CelticsOct 23
L100-106vs Philadelphia 76ersOct 20
L96-110vs Charlotte HornetsApr 12
W112-95vs Toronto RaptorsApr 10
W112-106vs Boston CelticsApr 9
W108-105at Atlanta HawksApr 6

Brooklyn Nets

Last 10: 2-8Streak W1104.8 scored · 117 allowed per game1-4 away

W98-90at Indiana PacersNov 1
L94-110vs Detroit PistonsOct 30
L124-125at Boston CelticsOct 27
L109-136vs Indiana PacersOct 25
L121-125at Cleveland CavaliersOct 24
L103-110vs Charlotte HornetsOct 21
L101-136at Toronto RaptorsApr 12
L108-125at Milwaukee BucksApr 11
L94-123vs Indiana PacersApr 9
W96-90vs Milwaukee BucksApr 7

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Philadelphia	-	1	W4	.875	7
Boston	1	1	W5	.833	5
Toronto	3	3	L2	.500	3
New York	3.5	4	W1	.429	3
Brooklyn	5.5	6	L1	.143	1

Box score

Stat	Brooklyn Nets	New York Knicks
Field goals	29-76	31-75
Field goal %	38	41
Three-pointers	13-38	17-44
Three-point %	34	39
Free throws	19-27	24-29
Free throw %	70	83
Rebounds	38	43
Offensive rebounds	12	11
Defensive rebounds	26	32
Assists	20	24
Steals	7	8
Blocks	7	5
Turnovers	13	15
Team turnovers	3	1
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	21	15
Fast-break points	2	13
Points in the paint	26	24
Fouls	20	26
Largest lead	5	16
Lead changes	9	9
Time in front	16	74

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter58-62Jordan Clarkson makes driving layup
3rd Quarter59-62Michael Porter Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter60-62Michael Porter Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter60-64Jalen Brunson makes 9-foot two point shot (Karl-Anthony Towns assists)
3rd Quarter60-67Karl-Anthony Towns makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jalen Brunson assists)
3rd Quarter60-68OG Anunoby makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter60-69OG Anunoby makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter62-69Mikel Brown Jr. makes 1-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter64-69Mikel Brown Jr. makes two point shot
3rd Quarter67-69Michael Porter Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Noah Clowney assists)
3rd Quarter70-69Moritz Wagner makes 23-foot three point jumper (Michael Porter Jr. assists)
3rd Quarter73-69Michael Porter Jr. makes 25-foot three pointer (Moritz Wagner assists)
3rd Quarter73-72Landry Shamet makes 25-foot three point jumper (Miles McBride assists)
3rd Quarter74-72Mikel Brown Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter75-72Mikel Brown Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter76-72Julius Randle makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter77-72Julius Randle makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter77-75Landry Shamet makes 24-foot three point jumper (Miles McBride assists)
3rd Quarter78-75Julius Randle makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter79-75Julius Randle makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter79-78Josh Hart makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tyler Kolek assists)
4th Quarter79-81OG Anunoby makes 24-foot running jump shot (Josh Hart assists)
4th Quarter79-84OG Anunoby makes 24-foot three point jumper (Josh Hart assists)
4th Quarter81-84Julius Randle makes driving layup (Mikel Brown Jr. assists)
4th Quarter81-86Tyler Kolek makes layup (Josh Hart assists)
4th Quarter81-88Josh Hart makes running layup
4th Quarter81-91Jordan Clarkson makes 24-foot running jump shot (OG Anunoby assists)
4th Quarter84-91Nolan Traore makes 24-foot three point jumper (Chaney Johnson assists)
4th Quarter84-92OG Anunoby makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter84-93OG Anunoby makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter84-95Karl-Anthony Towns makes 3-foot two point shot
4th Quarter84-96Jalen Brunson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter84-98Jordan Clarkson makes 13-foot floating jump shot (Jalen Brunson assists)
4th Quarter84-100Andre Drummond makes 1-foot layup (Jalen Brunson assists)
4th Quarter85-100Julius Randle makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter86-100Julius Randle makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter87-100Julius Randle makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter87-101OG Anunoby makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter87-103Landry Shamet makes 2-foot layup (Karl-Anthony Towns assists)
4th Quarter90-103Nolan Traore makes 27-foot three point jumper (Mikel Brown Jr. assists)