The New York Knicks look to build on their momentum and take a commanding 2-0 series lead against the Detroit Pistons in their Eastern Conference First Round matchup at Madison Square Garden on Monday night.
After engineering a ferocious 21-0 fourth-quarter run to steal Game 1, Jalen Brunson and the Knicks have showcased why they're heavy favorites despite a resilient Pistons squad that held a nine-point lead heading into the final frame.
With Cade Cunningham and Tobias Harris showing they can produce against New York's defense, Detroit must find a way to close out games if they hope to avoid falling into a 0-2 hole before heading back home.
New York Knicks vs. Detroit Pistons prediction: who will win?
For tonight's New York Knicks vs Detroit Pistons matchup, our predictive model gives the Knicks a 59.67% chance of defeating the Pistons.
New York Knicks: 59.67% win probability
- Superior win record (51-31 compared to Detroit's 44-38)
- Strong recent offense (9494 points scored this season)
- Home court advantage (3rd in Eastern Conference standings)
Detroit Pistons: 40.33% win probability
- Inconsistent recent form (LLWLL in last five games)
- Weaker defensive record (9315 points allowed vs Knicks' 9158)
- Worse conference standing (6th in East vs Knicks' 3rd place position)
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New York Knicks vs. Detroit Pistons odds
Here are the latest odds as the New York Knicks host the Detroit Pistons in NBA action on Monday, April 21.
| New York Knicks | Detroit Pistons | |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -250 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) | +210 (via Caesars Sportsbook) |
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New York Knicks vs. Detroit Pistons preview
The Knicks will look to take command of their first-round series after an impressive Game 1 comeback that saw them erase a nine-point deficit with a devastating 21-0 run in the fourth quarter to secure a 123-112 victory over Detroit.
Jalen Brunson continued his stellar season with 34 points and 8 assists, while the frontcourt duo of OG Anunoby and Karl-Anthony Towns each contributed 23 points in the opener.
The Pistons, despite the collapse, showed they can hang with New York as Tobias Harris delivered an efficient 25-point performance and Cade Cunningham added 21 points with 12 assists.
Detroit's ability to shoot from deep (15-32 from beyond the arc in Game 1) kept them competitive, but their fourth-quarter meltdown raised questions about their ability to close games against playoff-tested opponents.
With Madison Square Garden rocking for a second straight playoff game, the Knicks aim to protect home court before the series shifts to Detroit, while the Pistons desperately need a split to avoid heading home in a 0-2 hole.
The Pistons will need to shore up their fourth-quarter execution as they face a Knicks squad that's won eight of their last nine playoff home games against Central Division opponents.
Key stats
- 1The Knicks sit 3rd in the Eastern Conference with 51 wins, establishing themselves as a playoff contender.
- 2Detroit currently holds the 6th position in the East with a respectable 44-38 record.
- 3New York's recent form (WLLLW) shows inconsistency, winning just 2 of their last 5 games.
- 4The Pistons have struggled lately with a LLWLL recent form, potentially creating value on the Knicks side.
New York Knicks vs. Detroit Pistons form
New York Knicks vs. Detroit Pistons head to head
New York Knicks
20%
Detroit Pistons
80%
Apr 21, 2025
New York Knicks
0 : 0
Detroit Pistons
Apr 19, 2025
New York Knicks
123 : 112
Detroit Pistons
Apr 10, 2025
Detroit Pistons
115 : 106
New York Knicks
Jan 14, 2025
New York Knicks
119 : 124
Detroit Pistons
Dec 8, 2024
New York Knicks
111 : 120
Detroit Pistons
Nov 1, 2024
Detroit Pistons
98 : 128
New York Knicks
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