Detroit Pistons vs New York Knicks Prediction 4/19/25 NBA Picks

NY Knicks Betting Preview 

The NY Knicks enter the playoffs splitting their last eight games. The Knicks are in the playoffs for three straight seasons and the fourth time in the last five seasons.

The NY Knicks are averaging 117.2 points on 48.6 percent shooting and allowing 113.1 points on 47.4 percent shooting. Jalen Brunson is averaging 26 points and 2.9 rebounds, while Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 24.4 points and 3.1 assists. Mikal Bridges is the third double-digit scorer, and OG Anunoby is grabbing 4.8 rebounds. The NY Knicks are shooting 36.9 percent from beyond the arc and 80 percent from the free-throw line. The NY Knicks are allowing 36.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.2 rebounds per game.

Why the New York Knicks will win

• The Pistons have lost each of their last 12 Eastern Conference First Round games.
• The Knicks have won seven of their last eight playoff home games against Central Division opponents.
• The Pistons have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six games as road underdogs.
• The favorites have covered the spread in each of the Pistons' last four playoff games.

Why the Detroit Pistons will win

• The Pistons have won each of their last eight night games against Atlantic Division opponents.
• The Knicks have lost four of their last five games as home favorites against Central Division opponents following a win.
• The Pistons have covered the spread in each of their last eight night games against Atlantic Division opponents.
• The Knicks have failed to cover the spread in nine of their last 10 games against Central Division opponents following a win.

New York Knicks Player Facts

• Miles McBride ranks 4th amongst qualified players for assist:turnover ratio (4.6) this season.
• Jalen Brunson ranks 8th amongst qualified players for points per game (26.0) this season.

Detroit Pistons Player Facts

• Ausar Thompson ranks 2nd amongst qualified players for steals per 36 minutes (2.7) this season.
• Cade Cunningham ranks 4th amongst qualified players for assists per game (9.1) this season.

Detroit Pistons vs NY Knicks Injury Report 

Ariel Hukporti is questionable for the Knicks due to a knee injury.

The Pistons will be without Jaden Ivey.

Detroit Pistons vs NY Knicks Prediction

I like the way the Pistons play with their physical style and toughness. The Pistons have a chance to make the Knicks uncomfortable if they can turn this into an ugly series. The Pistons have also won three straight games against the Knicks. However, for game one, it may take the Pistons some time to adjust to playoff-style ball. The Pistons haven’t been in the playoffs in years and the core of this team is young. 12 players on the Pistons roster are in their third year or less. The Knicks are experienced, healthy, and we can’t ignore that MSG crowd. New York has arguably the best atmosphere for an NBA playoff game. I wouldn’t be shocked if the Pistons are a bit rattled to start and come back with a better effort in game two. I’ll lay the points with the Knicks.