The New York Knicks and Detroit Pistons will meet for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference First Round in the NBA Playoffs. The game will take place at Little Caesars Arena on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at 1:00 PM. Fans can watch the game on ABC.
The Knicks lead the series 2-1. In their recent game, they won by 2 points with a score of 118-116. Jalen Brunson scored 30 points, and Karl-Anthony Towns added 31 points. The Knicks have shown strong performances in the series so far.
The Pistons are looking to even the series. They lost the last game by 2 points, with Cade Cunningham scoring 24 points. In Game 2, they won by 6 points. The Pistons will aim to use their home advantage to secure a win.
Pistons Preview
The Detroit Pistons are in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference First Round in the NBA Playoffs. Their current postseason record is 1-2. They have won one away game and lost one at home. J.B. Bickerstaff is the head coach of the team.
In the regular season, the Pistons had a record of 44-38. They ranked 6th in the Eastern Conference and 4th in the Central Division. Their home and away records were both 22-19. In their last 10 regular season games, they went 4-6.
In their recent playoff games, the Pistons lost to the New York Knicks by 2 points at home. Cade Cunningham scored 24 points in that game. They won their previous away game against the Knicks by 6 points. Cunningham scored 33 points in that game.
During the regular season, the Pistons scored 109.3 points per game, ranking 7th. They made 12.3 three-pointers per game and had a free throw percentage of 80.2. Defensively, they allowed 111.7 points per game and ranked 14th in field goal percentage allowed.
Knicks Preview
The home team is playing in the Eastern Conference First Round. They have a postseason record of 2-1. At home, their record stands at 1-1. In their last ten games, they have a record of 2-1. They are currently one game back in the standings.
In the regular season, the team had a record of 51-31. Their home record was 27-14. They ranked third in the Eastern Conference and second in the Atlantic Division. Over the last ten regular season games, they went 6-4.
Offensively, the team scores 111.7 points per game, ranking fifth. They attempt 86.7 field goals per game, with a field goal percentage of 47.3. Their free throw percentage is 87.7, which is the best in the league. Defensively, they allow 109.3 points per game, ranking twelfth.
Key players include Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns. Brunson averages 33.7 points per game in the postseason. Towns contributes 21.3 points and 8.3 rebounds per game. Josh Hart and OG Anunoby also play significant roles. Hart averages 9.7 points and 8.3 rebounds per game, while Anunoby scores 18.3 points per game.
Statistical Breakdown for Pistons vs Knicks
The game between the Detroit Pistons and New York Knicks will focus on scoring and defense. The Pistons score 109.3 points per game, while the Knicks score 111.7. Both teams have strong free throw percentages, with the Knicks leading the league. Defensively, the Pistons allow 111.7 points per game, and the Knicks allow 109.3. Key players like Cade Cunningham and Jalen Brunson will play important roles in shaping the outcome.
- Detroit Pistons Points Per Game: 109.3 (7th)
- New York Knicks Points Per Game: 111.7 (5th)
- Detroit Pistons Free Throw Percentage: 80.2 (9th)
- New York Knicks Free Throw Percentage: 87.7 (1st)
- Detroit Pistons Points Per Game Allowed: 111.7 (14th)
- New York Knicks Points Per Game Allowed: 109.3 (12th)
- Cade Cunningham Playoff Points: 24 and 33 in recent games
- Jalen Brunson Playoff Points Per Game: 33.7
Betting Insights
The New York Knicks and Detroit Pistons are set to meet in the postseason with both teams showing different trends. The Knicks have a slight edge with a 2-1 ATS record in the playoffs, while the Pistons are 1-2 ATS. Both teams have been hitting the over more often than not, with each having two overs and one under in the postseason. Below are the top betting trends for this game.
- The Knicks have a 2-1 ATS record in the 2025 postseason.
- The Pistons have a strong regular season ATS record of 36-24-0.
- Both teams have hit the over in two of their three postseason games.
- The Knicks have a 1-game ATS winning streak in the postseason.
- The Pistons have a 2-game over streak from the regular season.
Free Betting Prediction for Pistons vs Knicks
The Detroit Pistons and New York Knicks are set for Game 4 in the Eastern Conference First Round. The Pistons have a postseason record of 1-2, while the Knicks are 2-1. The Pistons’ home record in the playoffs is 0-1, and they look to even the series at home. Cade Cunningham has been a key player, scoring 24 and 33 points in recent games. The Pistons will rely on him to lead their offense.
The Knicks have been strong in the postseason, with Jalen Brunson averaging 33.7 points per game. Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby also contribute significantly. The Knicks have a better regular season record and a strong free throw percentage. Their defense allows fewer points per game than the Pistons, which could be a factor in this game.
Considering the stats and recent performances, the Knicks have a slight edge. They have a better postseason record and have been solid against the spread. The Pistons are favored, but the Knicks’ strong free throw shooting and defense might help them win. The game could be close, but the Knicks have the potential to cover the spread.
- Our Free Prediction: Knicks +2.5
