The Brooklyn Nets aim for their first home victory of the season and to break a losing streak against the New York Knicks in their upcoming game at Barclays Center. The Nets recently lost to the Toronto Raptors 119-109, with turnovers and defensive struggles highlighted as key issues. Brooklyn is missing key players including Cam Thomas, Ben Saraf, Haywood Highsmith, and Landry Shamet, who suffered a shoulder injury and is out for the game. The Knicks, on the other hand, are coming off a 133-121 loss to the Orlando Magic and are also dealing with injuries, notably OG Anunoby and Shamet. The game is scheduled for Monday night, with the Knicks as 13-point favorites and a total set at 228 points. Jalen Brunson is expected to carry the Knicks offensively, averaging 28.4 points per game. The Nets have not beaten the Knicks since January 28, 2023, and have lost seven straight matchups. Betting predictions favor the Knicks, with a strong focus on player performances like Drake Powell's three-point shooting. The game will be broadcast on YES Network, MSG, and streamed on Gotham Sports.