Knicks vs. Heat NBA Preview (4/2/24): Odds, Lineups & Injuries

Written By Editorial Team on April 2, 2024 - Last Updated on April 3, 2024
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Knicks vs. Heat Preview

The New York Knicks are scheduled to play against the Miami Heat on April 2, at 7:30 PM ET. The game will take place at Kaseya Center in Miami, FL, and will be broadcast on BSSU. NBA Betting Odds have a spread of -3.0 in favor of the Heat, with an over/under set at 207.5. Moneyline odds are +125 for the Knicks and -150 for the Heat.

Knicks vs. Heat pregame odds for Tuesday night

The pregame NBA betting odds for the Heat vs. Knicks game are available from various sportsbooks. Most Massachusetts sportsbooks list the Heat at -148 odds and the Knicks at +124, with a point spread of -3/+3 and an over/under of 207.5.

Odds are subject to change and may vary between sportsbooks for the Knicks vs Heat. 

Knicks vs. Heat projected starting lineups (4/2/24)

New York Knicks starting lineup tonight

  • PG: Jalen Brunson
  • SG: Donte DiVincenzo
  • SF: Josh Hart
  • PF: Precious Achiuwa
  • C: Isaiah Hartenstein

Miami Heat starting lineup tonight

  • PG: Terry Rozier
  • SG: Jimmy Butler
  • SF: Jaime Jaquez Jr.
  • PF: Caleb Martin
  • C: Bam Adebayo

Projected lineups and injuries are pulled from Sportsdata.io

Knicks vs. Heat injuries for tonight’s game

Miami Heat’s Tyler Herro (foot) remains out for the upcoming game. The Knicks’ Julius Randle (shoulder) and OG Anunoby (elbow) are unlikely to return this season. Mitchell Robinson (ankle) of the Knicks is questionable.

Team standings & stats for April 2

New York Knicks team stats

The New York Knicks stand with 44-30, securing the fourth spot in the Eastern Conference and second in the Atlantic Division. Their last game ended in a loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, 119-113. Before that, the Knicks won to the Toronto Raptors last Wednesday. Dig into these season stats for more details.

  • PPG: 112.6
  • PPG Allowed: 107.9
  • Rebounds per game: 45.8
  • Assists per game: 24.2
  • FG%: 46.3
  • 3PT%: 36.5

Miami Heat team stats

The Miami Heat, with a current record of 41-33, are positioned seventh in the Eastern Conference and second in the Southeast Division. Their latest victory came against the Wizards with a score of 119-107. Before that, the Heat lost to the Warriors last Tuesday, giving the team the overall season averages below.

  • PPG: 109.9
  • PPG Allowed: 108.5
  • Rebounds per game: 42.1
  • Assists per game: 25.7
  • FG%: 46.4
  • 3PT%: 37.0

Player Stats for Knicks vs. Heat for April 2

On the Knicks’ side, their recent game against the Thunder showcased key performances from Jalen Brunson.

New York Knicks leaders before tonight’s game

The Knicks had an exciting game against the Thunder, losing 113-112. Brunson had a game-high 30 points and seven assists.

  • Jalen Brunson (PG): 30 PTS, 2 RBS, 7 ASTS
  • Miles McBride (PG): 19 PTS, 4 RBS, 3 ASTS
  • Isaiah Hartenstein (C): 17 PTS, 12 RBS, 5 ASTS
  • Donte DiVincenzo (SG): 15 PTS, 1 RB, 2 ASTS
  • Josh Hart (SF): 13 PTS, 15 RBS, 6 ASTS

Throughout the season, Knicks’ leaders have been:

  • Jalen Brunson (PG): 27.9 PPG, 3.6 RPG, 6.5 APG
  • Josh Hart (SF): 9.0 PPG, 8.3 RPG, 4.0 APG
  • Julius Randle (PF): 24.0 PPG, 9.2 RPG, 5.0 APG
  • Donte DiVincenzo (SG): 15.0 PPG, 3.5 RPG, 2.6 APG
  • Isaiah Hartenstein (C): 7.5 PPG, 8.4 RPG, 2.3 APG

Miami Heat leaders before tonight’s game

Miami cruised to a 119-107 win over the Wizards in their last game, led by both Terry Rozier and Bam Adebayo.

  • Terry Rozier (PG): 27 PTS, 4 RBS, 2 ASTS
  • Bam Adebayo (C): 22 PTS, 10 RBS, 5 ASTS
  • Jimmy Butler (SF): 17 PTS, 7 RBS, 4 ASTS
  • Nikola Jovic (SF): 12 PTS, 8 RBS, 4 ASTS
  • Haywood Highsmith (SF): 10 PTS, 4 RBS

For the season, the Heat’s performance has been led by:

  • Bam Adebayo (C): 19.8 PPG, 10.7 RPG, 4.0 APG
  • Terry Rozier (PG): 19.9 PPG, 4.2 RPG, 5.8 APG
  • Jimmy Butler (C): 21.0 PPG, 5.4 RPG, 4.9 APG
  • Jaime Jaquez Jr. (SF): 12.2 PPG, 3.9 RPG, 2.6 APG
  • Duncan Robinson (SG): 13.4 PPG, 2.6 RPG, 2.9 APG
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