The Miami Heat have a chance to close the series against the New York Knicks at the Madison Square Garden tonight, with them leading 3-1.
Before Betting on Heat vs. Knicks Game 5
Many are questioning whether Jimmy Butler will play tonight in New York, because he is still a game-time decision, according to the injury report. Be sure that Jimmy B won’t miss tonight’s clash no matter what because his team could easily win and close the series, which would give him more time to rest and recover for the East finals.
The Heat is coming off a 109-101 victory in Game 4, in which Butler scored 27 points and had ten assists, with six boards, two steals, and two blocks. Bam Adebayo also had a double-double of 23 points and 13 boards, while Max Strus ended the night with 16 buckets.
On the other side, the Knicks are back against the wall and have no other options but to win, otherwise, their season is over. Apart from the leading three players, Randle, Barrett, and Jalen Brunson, they don’t have worthy contributors.
In Game 4, their bench scored 10 points and had three boards combined, and against the Heat, that won’t work. Julius Randle isn’t as dominant as expected, and his five free throws show that he isn’t close to the basket enough, which is why he receives criticism.
Heat vs. Knicks Game 5 Offshore Betting Odds
| Offshore Sportsbook | Moneyline | Total | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|
| BetOnline | Heat (2.50) | Knicks (1.59) | 209.5 | Heat +4 (1.91) | Knicks -4 (1.91) |
| Bovada | Heat (2.45) | Knicks (1.59) | 209.5 | Heat +4 (1.91) | Knicks -4 (1.91) |
| BetUS | Heat (2.50) | Knicks (1.59) | 209.5 | Heat +4 (1.91) | Knicks -4 (1.91) |
| SportsBetting.ag | Heat (2.50) | Knicks (1.59) | 209.5 | Heat +4 (1.91) | Knicks -4 (1.91) |
| Pinnacle | Heat (2.47) | Knicks (1.61) | 209.5 | Heat +4 (1.93) | Knicks -4 (1.97) |
| MyBookie | Heat (2.45) | Knicks (1.59) | 209.5 | Heat +3.5 (1.91) | Knicks -3.5 (1.91) |
The line for this event is at 208 points, and given that the Knicks are fighting for their lives, and play at home, this is under. Thibodeau will demand a strong and very aggressive defense.
