Jeremy Sochan began the season as the Spurs Point Guard which to no ones surprise a failed experiment. Sochan has settled into a more traditional role as a forward where he's a much more natural fit and has played well. This is just a brutal spot for the talented young forward against an elite Knicks defense that limits possessions as well as any team in the league, in addition to providing a serious blowout risk as well. I would also contend that Sochan has been performing above expectations and is a natural regression candidate as well.

NYK covered 3 straight big lines lately as they play some of the best ball in the NBA. They are 2nd in net rating and 3rd in +/- (11.0-) this month; SA in 20th net rating. NYK 3rd in road +/- since ASG; SA 21st at home in that span. NYK 10-4 ATS as a road favorite; SA 13-16-1 ATS as home dog. NYK 35-25-1 ATS after day off and barely had to play anyone important in second half of blowout win at TOR. NYK pushing for playoff position and I suspect they bottle up Vassell and SA outside game (7th vs 3 ball since ASG), while also allowed second-fewest points in paint since ASG. Defense travels.