New York Knicks x Miami Heat in the NBA: where to watch this Sunday’s duel live By Janderson Luiz
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New York Knicks and Miami Heat face off this Sunday, December 21, 2025, at 6pm (Nova York local time), at Madison Square Garden. The game concludes the regular season series between the teams, with Heat leading 2-1 so far. Os Knicks arrive as favorites, occupying second place in Conferência Leste with 19 wins and 8 losses.
The match marks the return of Knicks to Madison Square Garden after an intense run, including the Cup NBA title. Heat seeks recovery after recent stumbles and deals with important absences in the squad.
- Live broadcast: No Brasil, the game will be shown on Amazon Prime Video from 8pm (Brasília time).
- Other options include NBA League Pass for complete league tracking.
Where to watch and broadcast details
Brazilian fans can follow the clash between New York Knicks and Miami Heat exclusively on Amazon Prime Video. The platform broadcasts the game live from 8pm (Brasília time), with narration and comments in Portuguese. NBA League Pass also offers the game in streaming, with original audio options and on-demand replays.
On Estados Unidos, local transmission occurs via the MSG channels (for Nova York) and FDSSUN (for Miami). Serviços like FuboTV allow access to these regional channels.
Probable team lineup
The Knicks count on the possible return of key players, while the Heat faces confirmed absences. Lineups must be confirmed closer to game time due to recent injuries.
New York Knicks (probable):
- Jalen Brunson
- Mikal Bridges
- OG Anunoby (if available)
- Karl-Anthony Towns
- Mitchell Robinson
Absences: Landry Shamet (out, shoulder) and Miles McBride (day to day, ankle).
Miami Heat (probable):
- Davion Mitchell
- Norman Powell
- Andrew Wiggins
- Kel’el Ware
- Bam Adebayo
Absences: Tyler Herro (out, toe), Nikola Jovic (out, elbow) and Pelle Larsson (out).
Recent clash history
Knicks and Heat have played three games this season, with Miami winning two at home. The last meeting at Madison Square Garden ended in a 140-132 victory for the Knicks.
In the last 10 games in Nova York, Knicks have won eight times. The historic rivalry is balanced, but the home team has a recent advantage in the New York gym. The matches are usually disputed, with high average points.
Recent team form
The New York Knicks arrive after losing to the Philadelphia 76ers by 116 to 107, interrupting the positive post-NBA Cup streak. Antes In addition, the team won 11 of 13 games, highlighting the attack led by Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns.
Miami Heat lost to Boston Celtics 129 to 116 in the last match. The team is experiencing fluctuations, with six defeats in seven recent games, impacted by injuries to the squad.
- Knicks’s last 5 games: Vitórias over Pacers and others, with a recent loss to the 76ers.
- Heat’s last 5 games: Derrotas to Celtics and previous negative streak.
Weather forecast in Nova York
The game takes place in an indoor gym, with no direct impact from the external weather. Nova York records low temperatures this winter period, with a maximum of around 8°C and a minimum of -3°C on December 21st.
Skies are expected to remain clear, with moderate winds. Não there is a forecast of precipitation that will affect travel to Madison Square Garden.
Curiosities and top scorers
Jalen Brunson leads the Knicks in scoring, averaging more than 28 points per game. Karl-Anthony Towns contributes frequent double-doubles.
In Heat, Norman Powell and Kel’el Ware stand out in the absence of Herro. The season series can be decided in this game, influencing positions in Conferência Leste.
