| MATCHUP | Detroit Pistons | New York Knicks |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 40-13 | 35-20 |
| Spread | +4.5 -115 | -4.5 -105 |
| Moneyline | +150 | -180 |
| Total | Over 223.5 (-112) | Under 223.5 (-108) |
| Where | Madison Square Garden, New York, NY | |
| When | Thursday, February 19, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:30 PM EST | |
| TV | Prime Video | |
The Detroit Pistons travel to Madison Square Garden to battle the New York Knicks on Thursday night. Here’s a Detroit Pistons vs New York Knicks Prediction. This article will include a Detroit Pistons vs New York Knicks Pick.
Detroit Pistons Betting Preview
The Detroit Pistons were on a tear heading into the All-Star break as they have won 15 of their last 19 games and they will be gunning for a fourth straight victory after making light work of the Raptors in a 113-95 road win on Wednesday. Cade Cunningham led the team with 28 points, seven rebounds and nine assists on nine of 14 shooting, Paul Reed added 22 points with three steals and four blocks while Tobias Harris tallied 12 points with 12 rebounds.
As a team, the Pistons shot 46 percent from the field and 14 of 34 from the 3-point line as they set the tone defensively by holding the Raptors to just 19 points in the first quarter, before they exploded for 38 points in the second quarter to take a 15-point lead into halftime. The Pistons cooled off on offense, but they kept getting their rewards on the defensive end to lead by as many as 23 points before they pulled their starters early.
New York Knicks Betting Preview
Meanwhile, the New York Knicks have been on a terrific run as they’ve won 10 of their last 12 games overall and they will be looking to stay hot after blowing past the 76ers in a 138-89 road win last Wednesday. Jose Alverado drained eight 3-pointers to lead the team with 26 points on eight of 13 shooting off the bench, Mikal Bridges added 22 points with six assists while Karl-Anthony Towns tallied 21 points with 11 rebounds and five assists.
As a team, the Knicks shot 53 percent from the field and 20 of 44 from the 3-point line as they swarmed the 76ers from the start and always looked in control after taking a 72-42 lead going into halftime. Jalen Brunson had a quiet game of just eight points while Josh Hart scored just six points on two of nine shooting.
Why the New York Knicks will win
- The Pistons have lost each of their last six road games against Atlantic Division opponents after winning as underdogs.
- The Knicks have won five of their last six home games.
- The Pistons have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven Thursday games.
- The Knicks have covered the spread in six of their last seven games against teams that held a winning record.
Why the Detroit Pistons will win
- The Pistons have won each of their last eight games as road underdogs.
- The Knicks have lost three of their last four games as home favorites against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Pistons have covered the spread in each of their last eight games as road underdogs.
- The Knicks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last five games against Central Division opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Pistons’ last nine night games against Atlantic Division opponents have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Four of the last five games between the Pistons and Knicks have gone UNDER the total points line.
New York Knicks Player Facts
- Josh Hart is the only player to have recorded a triple-double off the bench this season.
- Mikal Bridges is one of only six players in the league to have recorded 7+ steals in a game this season.
Detroit Pistons Player Facts
- Paul Reed ranks 4th amongst qualified players for steals per 36 minutes (2.6) this season.
- Daniss Jenkins is one of only 12 players in the league to have recorded 15+ assists in a game this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Knicks rank 3rd in the league for opponent assists per game this season (24.6).
- The Knicks rank 3rd in the league for offensive rebounds per game this season (13.2).
- The Pistons rank 1st in the league for blocks per game this season (6.3).
- The Pistons rank 1st in the league for opponent turnovers per game this season (17.4).
Detroit Pistons vs New York Knicks Prediction
The Pistons could again be without Ronald Holland II, while the Knicks have already ruled out Miles McBride, with OG Anunoby listed as day-to-day. These teams have already clashed twice this season, with the Pistons smashing the Knicks on both occasions. The Knicks enter this contest as one of the hottest teams in the league right now, and they will surely be out for revenge in this contest, but the Knicks have handled the Knicks on the defensive end, and I think they can earn another upset in this spot.