The set-up: Two hungry teams collides on Thursday afternoon and in my opinion, points will be plentiful! New York enters off a 108-105 home win over Philadelphia on Sunday, while Washington comes in off a frustrating 140-138 OT loss at home to the Raptors this weekend. The Wizards have taken both meetings between the clubs so far this season. The Knicks won't be lacking motivation here though after losing four straight and 12 of their last 13. Note that New York has seen the total go "over" the number in 15 of 25 on the road this year already. Washington had won three of four previous to its latest setback to the Raptors. The Wizards have seen the total go "over" the number in 14 of 21 at home so far this year.

The pick: Additionally note that New York has seen the total go "over" the number in 20 of its last 30 as an underdog, while Washington has seen the total go "over" in six of its last eight when playing with three or more days rest. This number is low, play the "over."

8* OVER