The New York Knicks (25-15, 55 points, 2nd in Eastern Conference) face the Golden State Warriors (22-19, 53 points, 8th in Western Conference) in an interconference clash. The Knicks have been one of the league’s hottest teams, riding a 5-game win streak before a recent loss, with elite offense led by Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns. The Warriors, dealing with key injuries including Stephen Curry out, have relied on depth and home court to stay competitive, but their defense has slipped lately. This matchup pits New York’s scoring prowess against Golden State’s transition game, with potential playoff seeding implications as both teams vie for top spots in their conferences.
Venue Location
Chase Center, San Francisco, CA (Capacity: 18,064).
Tipoff is scheduled for 10:00 PM ET (Broadcast: Prime Video).
Injury Report
Both teams are dealing with significant absences, which could impact depth and rotations. The Warriors are particularly hit hard with Stephen Curry sidelined, forcing adjustments in their backcourt.
New York Knicks:
PG Jalen Brunson (ankle): Day-to-day; missed the Jan. 14 game against Sacramento, game-time decision for Jan. 15.
SG Landry Shamet (shoulder): Questionable; game-time decision.
Golden State Warriors:
SG Seth Curry (thigh/sciatica): Out; expected to miss at least two more weeks.
PF Draymond Green (ankle): Probable; listed as probable for Jan. 15.
SG LJ Cryer (G League): Out.
Key
Player Matchups to Watch
With Stephen Curry sidelined for Golden State and Jalen Brunson questionable for New York, this game could shift focus to secondary scorers and frontcourt battles. Key matchups include:
PG Jalen Brunson (NYK) vs. PG Brandin Podziemski (GSW): Brunson (28.2 PPG, 6.1 APG, questionable with ankle) is New York’s lead playmaker with elite scoring (47.3% FG). Podziemski (stepping up sans Curry; ~10 PPG, 5 APG) must contain Brunson’s mid-range game while facilitating.
C Karl-Anthony Towns (NYK) vs. PF Draymond Green (GSW): Towns (21.0 PPG, 11.2 RPG) stretches the floor (46.8% FG, 47.7% 3PT). Green (probable with ankle; ~9 PPG, 6 RPG) is Golden State’s defensive anchor, tasked with limiting Towns’ post and pick-and-pop game.
SF Mikal Bridges (NYK) vs. SF Jonathan Kuminga (GSW): Bridges (~15 PPG, strong defense) brings versatility. Kuminga (emerging; ~20 PPG in recent games) uses athleticism for drives and transition scoring.
SG OG Anunoby (NYK) vs. SG Andrew Wiggins (GSW): Anunoby (defensive specialist, 15 PPG) locks up wings. Wiggins (18 PPG) must create off the dribble against Anunoby’s length.
Recent Team Forms
New York Knicks (5-5 in last 10 games, -1 point differential):
The Knicks have been balanced but vulnerable on the road, averaging 117.7 PPG in their last 10 while allowing 118.7. Road form: 8-11. They’re on a 1-game losing streak after a 101-112 loss to Sacramento on Jan. 14, where they struggled in the second half.
| Date | Opponent | Result |
| Jan 14 | @ SAC | L 101-112 |
| Jan 11 | @ POR | W 123-114 |
| Jan 9 | @ PHX | L 107-112 |
| Jan 7 | vs LAC | W 123-111 |
| Jan 5 | @ DET | L 90-121 |
| Jan 3 | vs PHI | L 119-130 |
| Jan 1 | vs ATL | L 99-111 |
| Dec 30 | @ SA | L 132-134 |
| Dec 29 | @ NOP | W 130-125 |
| Dec 27 | @ ATL | W 128-125 |
Golden State Warriors (6-4 in last 10 games, +2.7 point differential):
The Warriors have improved defensively, averaging 118.5 PPG in their last 10 while allowing 115.8. Home form: 14-6. They’re on a 1-game losing streak after a 124-111 loss to the Kings on Jan. 14, but had won 5 straight prior.
| Date | Opponent | Result |
| Jan 14 | vs SAC | L 111-124 |
| Jan 11 | vs MIL | W 103-137 |
| Jan 9 | @ LAC | W 113-120 |
| Jan 7 | vs UTA | W 102-103 |
| Jan 5 | vs OKC | W 114-123 |
| Jan 3 | @ CHA | L 94-131 |
| Jan 1 | @ BKN | W 125-132 |
| Dec 30 | @ TOR | W 107-120 |
| Dec 29 | vs DAL | L 127-141 |
| Dec 27 | vs MIA | W 116-126 |
Series History
The Warriors lead the all-time regular-season series 187-165 in 352 games (53.1% win rate for GSW). In playoffs, no meetings. The Knicks have a 165-187 record against the Warriors historically. Golden State has won 29 of the last 41 head-to-head, including a 141-127 victory on Dec. 28, 2025. At Chase Center, the Warriors are 4-2 vs. the Knicks. Recent games average 228.4 points, trending over in 6 of the last 10.
Betting Trends
Moneyline: GSW is 14-6 as home favorites; NYK is 8-11 as road underdogs.
Spread (ATS): GSW covers 45.2% as favorites (19-23 ATS overall); NYK covers 53.7% as underdogs (22-19 ATS).
Total (Over/Under): Over has hit in 57.5% of GSW games (23-18); 57.5% of NYK games (23-17).
Trends: Knicks are 5-5 ATS in last 10, 3-7 ATS on road lately; Warriors are 19-22 ATS overall, but 10-10 ATS at home. NYK is 1-4 ATS in last 5 vs. GSW; over in 5 of last 7 head-to-head.
Game Odds
New York Knicks 229.5
Golden State Warriors – 6.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, January 14, 2026
