Denver Nuggets vs New York Knicks Head-to-Head

Nuggets built their historical edge pre-1996, winning 20 of 46 decided meetings (43%). In the modern era they are 32-25 against each other (56% Nuggets). Knicks currently hold a 4-game winning streak between the teams. Games average a 11.0-point winning margin, with the largest decided blowout coming via Knicks' 39-point win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Nuggets hold a 12-8 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 2010s produced the deepest sample with 20 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series and the era that anchors most of its statistical character. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1976, so the rivalry has now spanned 50 seasons of league history. Most recent result: Knicks won 142-103 on Mar 6, 2026. Through the 2020s Knicks have led 7-5 between the teams.