The New York Knicks saw a dominant performance from Karl-Anthony Towns in Game 1 of their playoff series against the Indiana Pacers. Towns scored 35 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, fulfilling the expectations of fans. Despite this, the Knicks faced a heartbreaking overtime loss after leading by 14 points with just 2:45 remaining.

As they prepare for Game 2, set for tonight at Madison Square Garden, our model anticipates another assertive display from Towns. Expect him to be a centerpiece of prop bets as fans look to capitalize on betting opportunities.

Here are the best player props for tonight’s matchup:

1. T.J. McConnell Over 0.5 steals + blocks (+105)
   The model estimates a 55% chance of him achieving a steal and a 20% chance for a block.

2. Karl-Anthony Towns Over 13.5 rebounds + assists (+105)
   With Towns averaging 12.5 rebounds and his increased involvement offensively, this prop offers strong value.

3. Josh Hart Under 10.5 rebounds (-135)
   Given expected adjustments and competition for playing time with Robinson, Hart might find it challenging to meet this total.

The SportsLine Projection Model

This model has been simulating every NBA game 10,000 times and has historically returned more than $10,000 for $100 bettors over the past six seasons. For further insights and analysis, check the Inside The Lines blog.