The New York Knicks will play against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. The game is set for Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams are looking to improve their standings as the season nears its end.
The Knicks have a record of 50-29. In their recent games, they lost to the Boston Celtics by 2 points. Before that, they secured wins against the Phoenix Suns and Atlanta Hawks. Karl-Anthony Towns has been a key player, scoring 34 points against the Celtics.
The Pistons hold a 43-36 record. They recently lost to the Sacramento Kings and Memphis Grizzlies. However, they won against the Toronto Raptors. Cade Cunningham has been performing well, scoring 35 points against the Kings.
Pistons Preview
The Detroit Pistons are led by head coach J.B. Bickerstaff. They have a record of 43 wins and 36 losses. At home, their record stands at 21-18, while on the road, they have 22 wins and 18 losses. The Pistons are ranked 6th in the Eastern Conference and 4th in the Central Division.
In their recent games, the Pistons have had mixed results. They lost to the Sacramento Kings by 10 points, scoring 117. Cade Cunningham was a standout player with 35 points. Against the Memphis Grizzlies, they lost by 6 points, with Ausar Thompson scoring 18 points. They secured a win against the Toronto Raptors by 12 points, with Jalen Duren contributing 21 points and 18 rebounds.
Offensively, the Pistons score 115.2 points per game, ranking 11th in the league. They attempt 89.6 field goals per game, with a shooting percentage of 47.4%. Defensively, they allow 113.2 points per game, ranking 14th. They are strong in limiting opponents’ field goal attempts, allowing only 87.8 per game.
Cade Cunningham leads the team with 25.9 points per game. Jalen Duren is a key player in rebounds, averaging 10.4 per game. Malik Beasley contributes with 16.2 points per game, and Dennis Schröder adds 5.4 assists per game. Tobias Harris also plays a significant role, scoring 13.8 points per game.
Knicks Preview
The New York Knicks have a strong record this season. They have won 50 games and lost 29. At home, they have a record of 27 wins and 13 losses. Their performance on the road is also solid with 23 wins and 16 losses.
In their recent games, the Knicks have shown good form. They won against the Phoenix Suns with a score of 112-98. In that game, OG Anunoby scored 32 points, and Karl-Anthony Towns added 19 points. Mikal Bridges also contributed with 22 points.
Karl-Anthony Towns is a key player for the Knicks. He averages 24.4 points per game, ranking 11th in the league. He also leads the team in rebounds with 12.8 per game. Jalen Brunson is another important player, averaging 26.2 points and 7.4 assists per game.
The Knicks have a strong defense, allowing 111.8 points per game. They are ranked 2nd in the league for blocked shots per game with 4.0. Their field goal percentage is high at 48.8%, placing them 4th in the league. This makes them a tough team to beat.
Statistical Breakdown for Pistons vs Knicks
The game between the Detroit Pistons and the New York Knicks will be shaped by their offensive and defensive stats. The Pistons score 115.2 points per game, while the Knicks score 116.1 points per game. The Knicks have a strong defense, allowing 111.8 points per game, compared to the Pistons’ 113.2 points allowed. The Pistons excel in limiting opponents’ field goal attempts, while the Knicks are effective in blocking shots. These factors could influence the outcome.
- Detroit Pistons Points Per Game: 115.2 (11th)
- New York Knicks Points Per Game: 116.1 (9th)
- Detroit Pistons Points Per Game Allowed: 113.2 (14th)
- New York Knicks Points Per Game Allowed: 111.8 (9th)
- Detroit Pistons Field Goal Attempts Per Game Allowed: 87.8 (7th)
- New York Knicks Blocked Shots Per Game: 4.0 (2nd)
- Detroit Pistons Field Goal Percentage: 47.4 (13th)
- New York Knicks Field Goal Percentage: 48.8 (4th)
Betting Insights
The New York Knicks and Detroit Pistons have different trends against the spread (ATS) and in over/under results. The Knicks have a losing ATS record, but they are on a 3-game winning streak. The Pistons have a strong ATS record, though they are on a 2-game losing streak. Both teams have more games going over the total than under. Here are the top 5 betting trends for this game:
- The Pistons have a better overall ATS record at 35-22-0 compared to the Knicks’ 26-30-2.
- The Knicks are on a 3-game ATS winning streak.
- The Pistons perform well as underdogs with an 18-10-0 ATS record.
- The Knicks have more overs than unders, with 41 total overs.
- The Pistons have a strong road ATS record at 18-10-0.
Free Betting Prediction for Pistons vs Knicks
The game between the Detroit Pistons and the New York Knicks is expected to be competitive. The Pistons have shown strength at home with a 21-18 record. Their offensive stats, with 115.2 points per game, suggest they can score well. Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren are key players for the Pistons.
The Knicks have a solid road record of 23-16. They also have a strong defense, allowing 111.8 points per game. Karl-Anthony Towns and Jalen Brunson are important for the Knicks. Their ability to block shots could be a factor in the game.
Considering the stats, the Pistons may have a slight edge at home. However, the Knicks’ recent form and defense make them a tough opponent. The game could be close, but the Pistons might come out on top.
- Our Free Prediction: Pistons -4.5
