The New York Knicks will host the Detroit Pistons at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. The game will start at 7:30 PM and will be broadcast on TNT. This is the fifth game in the Eastern Conference First Round of the NBA Playoffs. The Pistons are trailing 1-3 in the series. They lost their last game against the Knicks by just one point, with a score of 93-94. Cade Cunningham has been a key player for the Pistons, scoring 25 points in the last game. The Knicks lead the series 3-1. They won their last game against the Pistons with a score of 94-93. Jalen Brunson played a significant role, scoring 32 points in that game.
Knicks Preview
The New York Knicks are playing Game 5 of the Eastern Conference First Round in the NBA Playoffs. They have a postseason record of 3-1. Their away record is 2-0, while their home record is 1-1. The team is led by Head Coach Tom Thibodeau.
In their recent games, the Knicks won against the Detroit Pistons by one point, with a score of 94-93. Jalen Brunson scored 32 points and had 11 assists. Karl-Anthony Towns added 27 points and 9 rebounds. Josh Hart contributed with 14 points and 10 rebounds.
During the regular season, the Knicks had a record of 51-31. They ranked 3rd in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Atlantic Division. Their home record was 27-14, and their away record was 24-17. In their last 10 games, they went 6-4.
Jalen Brunson is a key player in the postseason, averaging 33.2 points per game. Karl-Anthony Towns is also performing well, with 22.8 points and 8.5 rebounds per game. Josh Hart is contributing with 10.8 points and 8.8 rebounds per game. Mikal Bridges and OG Anunoby are also important players for the team.
Pistons Preview
The home team has shown strong performance in their regular season. They have a record of 44 wins and 38 losses. Their home and away records are both 22-19. This consistency has placed them 6th in the Eastern Conference.
In the postseason, the team is currently in the Eastern Conference First Round. They have a record of 1-3. Their home record in the playoffs is 0-2, while their away record is 1-1. The team has struggled in their last 10 games, with a record of 1-3.
Offensively, the team averages 105.2 points per game, ranking 11th in the league. They excel in free throws, making 19.8 per game, which is 2nd in the league. Their field goal percentage is 45.2%, placing them 9th overall.
Defensively, the team allows 107.2 points per game, ranking 10th. They are strong in rebounds, allowing only 37 per game, which is the best in the league. The team also ranks 6th in effective field goal percentage allowed, at 51.3%.
Statistical Breakdown for Knicks vs Pistons
The game between the New York Knicks and their opponent will be influenced by several key stats. The Knicks have a strong postseason record, with Jalen Brunson leading in scoring. Their opponent has struggled in the playoffs, with a 1-3 record. Both teams have similar offensive stats, but the Knicks have a slight edge in defense. Rebounding could be a deciding factor, as the Knicks allow more rebounds than their opponent.
- Knicks Postseason Record: 3-1
- Opponent Postseason Record: 1-3
- Jalen Brunson Postseason Average: 33.2 points per game
- Knicks Points Per Game: 107.2 (8th)
- Opponent Points Per Game: 105.2 (11th)
- Knicks Rebounds Allowed Per Game: 45.5 (17th)
- Opponent Rebounds Allowed Per Game: 37.0 (1st)
Betting Insights
The Detroit Pistons and New York Knicks are set to meet in a postseason game. Both teams have shown different trends against the spread (ATS) and in over/under outcomes. The Pistons have struggled in the postseason, while the Knicks have found more success. Here are the top five betting insights for this game:
- The Pistons have a postseason ATS record of 1-3-0, with a current 2-game losing streak.
- The Knicks hold a postseason ATS record of 3-1-0, with a current 2-game winning streak.
- In the regular season, the Pistons had a strong ATS record of 36-24-0.
- The Knicks struggled in the regular season with an ATS record of 26-33-2.
- Both teams have an even postseason over/under record of 2 overs and 2 unders.
Free Betting Prediction for Knicks vs Pistons
The New York Knicks have a strong postseason record of 3-1. They have shown solid performance, especially with Jalen Brunson leading the scoring. The Knicks’ defense is slightly better than their opponent’s, which might give them an edge in this game. Their home record in the playoffs is 1-1, and they will look to improve this in Game 5.
The Pistons have struggled in the postseason with a 1-3 record. They have not won at home and have only one win away. Their defense is strong in rebounding, but they have allowed more points than they score. This could be a challenge against the Knicks, who have been consistent in scoring.
Considering the Knicks’ strong postseason form and the Pistons’ struggles, the Knicks are likely to win this game. The game might be close, but the Knicks’ defense and scoring ability should help them secure a victory. The betting odds favor the Knicks, and they are expected to cover the spread.
- Our Free Prediction: Knicks -5.5
