Knicks vs. Pistons Picks and Prediction – 4/10/2025

New York Knicks (50-29) vs. Detroit Pistons (43-36)
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Location: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI
TV: NBA League Pass

Previous Games:

  • Knicks: Lost 119-117 in OT to Boston

  • Pistons: Lost 127-117 vs. Sacramento

Head-to-Head:

The Knicks have dominated this matchup historically, winning 16 of their last 18 games against Detroit. New York also covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 meetings, and they’re currently fighting to lock in the No. 3 seed in the East.

New York Knicks Breakdown:

New York has been rolling, winning 7 of their last 10 games and ranking among the league’s top defensive teams. They’re allowing just 107.9 points per game over that span and holding opponents to under 39 rebounds per contest. Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns continue to lead the way, and the Knicks’ ability to slow the pace and control the glass gives them a strong edge in tough road spots.

Key Players:

  • Jalen Brunson: 27 points, 10 assists last game

  • Karl-Anthony Towns: 34 points, 14 rebounds last game

  • OG Anunoby: 26.4 PPG over last 10

Detroit Pistons Breakdown:

The Pistons have been inconsistent, going 5-5 in their last 10 games. They’ve given up over 116 points per game during that stretch and were recently outscored by 20 points in the second half of their loss to Sacramento. While Cade Cunningham remains a scoring threat, Detroit’s poor rebounding and shaky defense raise concerns—especially against a team like New York that punishes defensive lapses.

Key Players:

  • Cade Cunningham: 35 points, 5 assists last game

  • Ausar Thompson: 15 points, 5 rebounds

  • Tim Hardaway Jr.: 19 points, 4 threes

Betting Trends:

New York Knicks:

  • 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games

  • UNDER in 5 of their last 6 games

  • 16-2 SU in last 18 games vs. Detroit

Detroit Pistons:

  • 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games

  • 1-4 SU in their last 5 games

  • OVER in 5 of last 6 vs. New York

Exact Score Prediction:

New York Knicks 112 – Detroit Pistons 108

Our Best Bet:

New York Knicks +5.5 (-110)

This line offers excellent value with a surging Knicks team getting points against a Pistons squad that’s faltering late in the season. New York has consistently covered as an underdog and matches up well with Detroit’s weaknesses—especially on the boards and on defense. With playoff seeding on the line and a strong head-to-head history, we expect the Knicks to keep it close and possibly win outright.

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