Utah Jazz vs New York Knicks Prediction and Picks - December 5, 2025
Friday night inter-conference NBA action, and we have a Utah Jazz vs New York Knicks prediction locked and loaded for you. Utah enters this game off a 123-110 road win over the Nets to move to 7-13 on the year. The Knicks enter this game off a 119-104 home win over Charlotte to move to 14-7 on the year. These teams split the two meetings a year ago. Read on to see our Jazz vs Knicks prediction.
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Jazz Pound The Nets On The Road
Utah’s victory over Brooklyn was defined by their late push, outscoring the Nets 42–20 in the final quarter to secure the win. Markkanen was efficient, hitting 11 of 18 shots while grabbing eight rebounds, and George controlled the offense with his playmaking, finishing with a double‑double. The Jazz shot 51% from the field and knocked down 14 threes, showing balance and resilience after dropping four straight road games. That kind of finish was exactly what Utah needed to regain confidence heading into a tough matchup with the Knicks.
On the season, the Jazz average 118.5 points per game (12th) but remain inconsistent with efficiency, shooting 45.4% from the field (22nd) and just 33.5% from three (28th). Markkanen continues to be the centerpiece of the offense, scoring nearly 28 points per game, while George has emerged as a reliable secondary scorer and facilitator. Jusuf Nurkic (Injured) adds rebounding and interior presence, and rookie Ace Bailey has shown flashes of scoring ability. Utah’s strength lies in its rebounding (46.2 per game, 9th) and free‑throw shooting (81.4%, 6th), which often keeps them competitive even when their perimeter shooting falters.
Defensively, Utah remains one of the league’s weakest units, allowing 125.4 points per game (29th) and opponents to shoot 48.5% from the field (26th). Their perimeter defense has been shaky, giving up 36.8% from three (21st), and foul discipline continues to be a problem. Against the Knicks, Utah will need Markkanen and George to replicate their Brooklyn performance while leaning on their rebounding edge to offset defensive lapses. If they can sustain that offensive rhythm and avoid giving up easy looks, they’ll have a chance to keep this one close.
Towns Leads Knicks To Easy Home Win Over The Hornets
The Knicks’ last game was a 119–104 win over the Charlotte Hornets on December 3, where Karl‑Anthony Towns dominated with 35 points and 18 rebounds, while Jalen Brunson added 26 points. New York improved to 11–1 at Madison Square Garden this season, continuing to show why they’ve been one of the toughest home teams in the league.
Offensively, the Knicks have been excellent, averaging 120.2 points per game (5th) while shooting 47.2% from the field (15th) and 37.2% from three (7th). Brunson has been the steady hand at point guard, averaging nearly 28 points per game, while Towns provides a dominant inside presence with over 22 points and 11 rebounds per night. Mikal Bridges adds perimeter scoring and spacing, and Josh Hart contributes across the board with rebounding and playmaking. The Knicks also excel at the free‑throw line, hitting 80.2% (10th), and they rebound well at 45.7 per game (13th), giving them balance on both ends.
Defensively, New York has been one of the league’s best, allowing just 113 points per game (5th) and ranking top‑five in rebounding defense. They hold opponents to 46.7% shooting (14th), though their perimeter defense has been vulnerable at times, giving up 37.2% from three (24th). Still, the Knicks’ ability to control tempo and dominate the glass makes them a tough matchup for Utah. With Brunson and Towns leading the way, New York will look to extend their home dominance and exploit Utah’s defensive shortcomings.
Utah Jazz vs New York Knicks Pick
Jazz vs Knicks Spread Pick
- New York -15.5 (4 Units)
The Knicks -15.5 looks justified because New York has been dominant at home and comes in off a convincing 119–104 win over Charlotte, where Karl-Anthony Towns dropped 35 points and 18 rebounds while Jalen Brunson added 26. That kind of balance between inside power and perimeter scoring has made them one of the league’s most efficient offenses, averaging 120.2 points per game (5th) while shooting 47.2% from the field and 37.2% from three (7th). Against a Utah team that just gave up 110 to Brooklyn and still ranks near the bottom defensively at 125.4 points allowed per game (29th), the Knicks’ firepower should overwhelm quickly.
Utah’s win over the Nets was a nice bounce-back, but their defensive issues remain glaring, and New York is built to exploit them. The Knicks not only score efficiently but also defend at a high level, holding opponents to 113 points per game (5th) and ranking top-five in rebounding defense. With Brunson orchestrating the offense and Towns dominating the paint, New York has the tools to control tempo and pull away. Utah relies heavily on Markkanen and George, but against a disciplined Knicks defense and a deep roster that thrives at home, the gap in talent and consistency makes laying -15.5 a strong angle.
Jazz vs Knicks Over/Under Pick
- Over 241 (5 Units)
The Over 241 makes sense here because both Utah and New York bring high‑powered offenses and contrasting styles that can push the pace. Utah just dropped 123 points on Brooklyn, with Lauri Markkanen and Keyonte George combining for 59, and they average 118.5 points per game despite shaky efficiency. The Knicks, meanwhile, are one of the league’s most consistent scoring teams at 120.2 points per game (5th), with Jalen Brunson and Karl‑Anthony Towns leading a balanced attack that shoots 37.2% from three (7th). While New York defends well, Utah’s porous defense (125.4 points allowed per game, 29th) often turns games into shootouts, and the Jazz’s rebounding strength ensures extra possessions. With both teams capable of explosive quarters — Utah’s 42‑point fourth vs Brooklyn being the latest example — this matchup has all the ingredients to clear the 241 mark.