NBA · Final

Knicks Dominate Nuggets in Convincing Victory

142

103

Friday, March 6, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Ball Arena

New York Knicks 142, Denver Nuggets 103, 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 New York Knicks vs Denver Nuggets?

New York Knicks beat Denver Nuggets 142-103 at Ball Arena on March 6, 2026.

Who was favored in New York Knicks vs Denver Nuggets?

Denver Nuggets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -115 (about 53% implied). The underdog won.

The New York Knicks secured a commanding victory over the Denver Nuggets with a final score of 142-103 at Ball Arena. This win marked the Knicks' third consecutive victory against the Nuggets this season, having already triumphed in their previous two meetings. The Knicks have now won the series 3-0 against the Nuggets, showcasing their dominance in this matchup.

In terms of recent form, the Nuggets have struggled with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games, including a two-game winning streak prior to this loss. They averaged 120.7 points scored per game while allowing 114.7 points during that stretch. Their last five games saw them posting an average of 116.0 points scored and 113.2 points allowed. At home, the Nuggets have a record of 3-2 in their last five games.

Conversely, the Knicks have been performing well with a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, although they are currently on a one-game losing streak. They averaged 114.2 points scored and allowed only 105.1 points during that period. In their last five games, the Knicks averaged 109.2 points scored and 98.8 points allowed, indicating a strong defensive effort.

The Nuggets faced challenges at home, where they have a home record of 3-2 in their last five games. The Knicks, on the other hand, have been effective on the road, boasting a 4-1 record in their last five away games.

In terms of injuries, both teams had players listed as Day-To-Day. The Nuggets had Aaron Gordon dealing with a calf issue and Trevon Brazile with an undisclosed injury. The Knicks had Mohamed Diawara with a finger injury and Jalen Brunson dealing with a wrist issue. The status of these players could have influenced the teams' performances, particularly for the Nuggets, who were missing key contributors.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Nuggets favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 229.5. The odds reflected the competitive nature of the matchup, although the Knicks' performance on the court clearly outmatched the expectations set by the odds.

Conditions in Ball Arena were typical for a late-season NBA game, with a lively atmosphere as both teams aimed to solidify their playoff positions. The Knicks capitalized on their opportunities, with standout performances from players like Tyler Kolek, who assisted multiple scoring plays in the fourth quarter, including a running dunk by Pacome Dadiet and a driving floating jump shot by Jordan Clarkson.

As the game progressed, the Knicks maintained control, extending their lead significantly in the final quarter. The Nuggets struggled to keep pace, and their defense faltered against the Knicks' offensive onslaught. The final scoring plays featured a mix of dunks and three-point shots that highlighted the Knicks' offensive prowess and the Nuggets' inability to respond effectively.

Overall, this game serves as a significant indicator of the Knicks' current form and their ability to perform against playoff-caliber teams, while the Nuggets will need to reassess their strategies moving forward as they prepare for the remainder of the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	DEN -1.5	229.5 o -110 / u -110	New York Knicks -105 · Denver Nuggets -115

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Injury report

Aaron GordonDay-To-DayCalfDenver Nuggets
Trevon BrazileDay-To-DayUndisclosedDenver Nuggets
Mohamed DiawaraDay-To-DayFingerNew York Knicks
Jalen BrunsonDay-To-DayWristNew York Knicks

Leaders

PointsNikola Jokic38Denver Nuggets
AssistsNikola Jokic5Denver Nuggets
ReboundsNikola Jokic8Denver Nuggets
PointsOG Anunoby34New York Knicks
AssistsJalen Brunson15New York Knicks
ReboundsKarl-Anthony Towns13New York Knicks

Recent form

Denver Nuggets

Last 10: 5-5Streak W2120.7 scored · 114.7 allowed per game3-2 at home

W120-113vs Los Angeles LakersMar 6
W128-125at Utah JazzMar 3
L108-117vs Minnesota TimberwolvesMar 1
L121-127at Oklahoma City ThunderFeb 28
W103-84vs Boston CelticsFeb 26
L117-128at Golden State WarriorsFeb 22
W157-103at Portland Trail BlazersFeb 21
L114-115at LA ClippersFeb 20
W122-116vs Memphis GrizzliesFeb 12
L117-119vs Cleveland CavaliersFeb 10

New York Knicks

Last 10: 6-4Streak L1114.2 scored · 105.1 allowed per game4-1 away

L100-103vs Oklahoma City ThunderMar 5
W111-95at Toronto RaptorsMar 4
W114-89vs San Antonio SpursMar 1
W127-98at Milwaukee BucksFeb 28
L94-109at Cleveland CavaliersFeb 25
W105-99at Chicago BullsFeb 23
W108-106vs Houston RocketsFeb 22
L111-126vs Detroit PistonsFeb 20
W138-89at Philadelphia 76ersFeb 12
L134-137vs Indiana PacersFeb 11

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Boston	-	26	W2	.683	56
New York	3	29	L1	.646	53
Toronto	10	36	W1	.561	46
Philadelphia	11	37	W2	.549	45
Brooklyn	36	62	L3	.244	20
Oklahoma City	-	18	L2	.780	64
Denver	10	28	W12	.659	54
Minnesota	15	33	W2	.598	49
Portland	22	40	W2	.512	42
Utah	42	60	L1	.268	22

Box score

Stat	New York Knicks	Denver Nuggets
Field goals	55-95	37-83
Field goal %	58	45
Three-pointers	16-34	8-40
Three-point %	47	20
Free throws	16-21	21-30
Free throw %	76	70
Rebounds	50	31
Offensive rebounds	14	8
Defensive rebounds	36	23
Assists	44	30
Steals	11	6
Blocks	4	1
Turnovers	10	15
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	1	0
Technical fouls, total	1	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	24
Fast-break points	22	8
Points in the paint	76	46
Fouls	24	19
Largest lead	42	9
Lead changes	1	1
Time in front	69	28

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter89-70Josh Hart makes two point shot (Jalen Brunson assists)
3rd Quarter92-70Josh Hart makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jalen Brunson assists)
3rd Quarter92-73Nikola Jokic makes 25-foot three point jumper (Christian Braun assists)
3rd Quarter94-73Jalen Brunson makes 19-foot pullup jump shot
3rd Quarter96-73Karl-Anthony Towns makes running layup (Jalen Brunson assists)
3rd Quarter96-75Bruce Brown makes 12-foot driving floating jump shot (Nikola Jokic assists)
3rd Quarter98-75Mohamed Diawara makes tip shot
3rd Quarter101-75Jalen Brunson makes 25-foot three pointer
3rd Quarter101-77Spencer Jones makes tip shot
3rd Quarter103-77Karl-Anthony Towns makes layup (Jalen Brunson assists)
3rd Quarter105-77OG Anunoby makes 3-foot dunk (Mohamed Diawara assists)
3rd Quarter105-79Nikola Jokic makes 11-foot fade away jump shot (Bruce Brown assists)
3rd Quarter105-80Nikola Jokic makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter105-83Tim Hardaway Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Aaron Gordon assists)
4th Quarter108-83OG Anunoby makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jalen Brunson assists)
4th Quarter111-83OG Anunoby makes 23-foot three point jumper (Mikal Bridges assists)
4th Quarter111-86Cameron Johnson makes 28-foot three point jumper (Tyus Jones assists)
4th Quarter114-86Mikal Bridges makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jalen Brunson assists)
4th Quarter114-88Bruce Brown makes running layup (Cameron Johnson assists)
4th Quarter116-88Jose Alvarado makes 12-foot pullup jump shot (Jeremy Sochan assists)
4th Quarter118-88Mohamed Diawara makes two point shot (Tyler Kolek assists)
4th Quarter118-91Tyus Jones makes 25-foot three pointer
4th Quarter118-92Cameron Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter118-95DaRon Holmes II makes 23-foot three point jumper (Zeke Nnaji assists)
4th Quarter121-95Pacome Dadiet makes 28-foot three point jumper (Tyler Kolek assists)
4th Quarter122-95Jordan Clarkson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter125-95Pacome Dadiet makes 29-foot running jump shot (Tyler Kolek assists)
4th Quarter128-95Pacome Dadiet makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jeremy Sochan assists)
4th Quarter128-96DaRon Holmes II makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter128-97DaRon Holmes II makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter130-97Jordan Clarkson makes 11-foot driving floating jump shot (Tyler Kolek assists)
4th Quarter132-97Ariel Hukporti makes 1-foot running dunk (Tyler Kolek assists)
4th Quarter134-97Pacome Dadiet makes running dunk (Tyler Kolek assists)
4th Quarter136-97Jordan Clarkson makes 1-foot dunk (Tyler Kolek assists)
4th Quarter138-97Tyler Kolek makes two point shot
4th Quarter138-99DaRon Holmes II makes layup (David Roddy assists)
4th Quarter138-100DaRon Holmes II makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter140-100Jeremy Sochan makes 1-foot dunk (Tyler Kolek assists)
4th Quarter142-100Jordan Clarkson makes 6-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter142-103DaRon Holmes II makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jalen Pickett assists)