A packed Friday night sports slate features two high-profile NBA matchups and a trio of college football games, with betting markets offering insights on each contest.
Knicks at 76ers
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET | Location: Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia | TV: Prime Video
The New York Knicks (2-3) look to extend a two-game winning streak against the Philadelphia 76ers (4-1), who won the season opener between the teams 106-100. New York enters as a 1.5-point favorite. The SportsLine Projection Model gives the Knicks a 62% chance to cover the spread, while expert David Bearman leans toward the Under on New York's team total of 114.5 points, citing the 76ers' third-ranked defense and the Knicks' limited scoring depth. New York will again be without Jose Alvarado (ankle).
Lakers at Warriors
Time: 10 p.m. ET | Location: Chase Center, San Francisco | TV: Prime Video
Los Angeles is a 2.5-point favorite over Golden State. The SportsLine model assigns a 58% cover probability to the Lakers. Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg has emerged as a Rookie of the Year contender, averaging at least 24 combined points and assists over his last four games and sitting second in ROY odds at +280. Expert Doug "Prop Bet Guy" Kralstein recommends Lendeborg Over 21.5 total points and assists, noting his increased usage as the Warriors let him run the offense.
Tulane at Charlotte
Time: 7 p.m. ET | Location: Charlotte, N.C. | TV: ESPN2
Tulane is an 8.5-point road favorite against Charlotte (1-6). The 49ers snapped a 15-game losing streak two weeks ago behind quarterback Conner Harrell's 281-yard, two-touchdown performance. However, Tulane's defense ranks 122nd nationally (416.3 yards allowed per game). Expert Tom Fornelli likes Charlotte +10.5, but the SportsLine model strongly favors Tulane with a 68% cover probability and an 'A' grade.
Baylor at UCF
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET | Location: Orlando, Fla. | TV: ESPN
Baylor (4-3) travels to face UCF (4-3) after the Bears fired coach Dave Aranda following a blocked-field-goal loss to Kansas. UCF has been explosive at home, averaging 44.3 points per game (15th nationally). The SportsLine model projects a high-scoring affair, giving a 63.1% chance to the Over 48.5 total with an 'A' grade.
Kent State at Sacramento State
Time: 10:30 p.m. ET | Location: Sacramento, Calif. | TV: ESPN2
Sacramento State (1-7) hosts Kent State (3-5) as a 7.5-point home underdog. Kent State has been blown out in all four road games this season, losing by a combined 183-12. Expert Mike Tierney and the SportsLine model (67% cover probability, 'B' grade) both back Sacramento State +7.5, citing the late-night cross-country trip for Kent State.
