Jeremiah Fears (New Orleans Pelicans) Over 9.5 Points + Rebounds (-143)

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As we dive into Tuesday's matchup between the Knicks and Pelicans, all eyes should be on Jeremiah Fears. He's been a revelation lately, racking up impressive performances that make the Over on his points plus rebounds at 9.5 look tantalizingly attainable. In fact, Fears has hit this mark in 4 of his last 5 games and an eye-popping 15 of the last 20 he's played away from home.Considering the Knicks' defensive struggles this season, particularly against versatile guards, Fears is primed to exploit that weakness. With an expected stat value of 14.29, he's not just flirting with the Over; he's consistently surpassing it. When you take into account the 58.8% implied probability and his recent surge, betting on Fears to clear the 9.5 threshold feels like a smart play. In a game where opportunities abound, expect him to shine bright on the Garden floor.

Dejounte Murray (New Orleans Pelicans) Over 19.5 Points + Rebounds (-175)

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When the New Orleans Pelicans face off against the New York Knicks, keep an eye on Dejounte Murray for an Over on points and rebounds at 19.5. Murray has been on a tear, averaging an impressive 22 points and 5 rebounds over his last five games. Even more compelling is his performance on the road, where he's been exceptionally consistent, logging 19.8 points and 6.2 rebounds in his last five away outings. Against the Knicks, he typically elevates his game, with an average of 18.6 points when playing in New York. With an overall hit rate of 8 out of 9 in his last games and a perfect record of 11 straight hits when away, the signs are all pointing to a strong night for Murray. Given these factors, betting on Murray to clear 19.5 seems like a savvy move for this matchup.

Karl-Anthony Towns (New York Knicks) Under 12.5 Rebounds (-106)

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As the Knicks prepare to face the Pelicans, all eyes will be on Karl-Anthony Towns and his rebounding prowess. However, taking the under on his total of 12.5 boards might just be the savvy play. Over his last five outings, Towns has averaged 12.2 rebounds, but at home, that number dips to 14, suggesting he may have been riding a bit of a homecourt high. When facing New Orleans, his average falls to 11.8 boards, and notably, at home against them, he's managing just 10. This trend places him firmly under the threshold we're eyeing. With a hit rate of 4 out of his last 6 games but only 2 of 3 at home, the evidence mounts that he may struggle to hit that 12.5 mark. In a matchup that could see a lot of fast breaks, expect Towns to be more focused on offense than cleaning the glass.

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