Find the best Knicks vs. Pistons prediction for game 2 here. After a hard-fought Game 1, the New York Knicks look to build on their 1-0 series lead when they host the Detroit Pistons for Game 2 of the first-round matchup.
The Knicks edged out the opener with a gritty defensive performance, and now the pressure is on Cade Cunningham and the Pistons to respond.
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📺 Where to Watch Knicks vs. Pistons Game 2? (Mon, Apr 21 2025)
📍 Location: Madison Square Garden, NYC
📅 Date: Monday, April 21, 2025
🕢 Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
📺 TV: MSG Network
📲 Stream: Fubo
💰 Betting Odds
| Bet Type | Odds |
| Spread | Knicks -6.5 |
| Moneyline | Knicks -270 |
| Pistons +220 | |
| Total (O/U) | 221 points |
🧮 Projected Score: Knicks 116 – Pistons 112
📈 Pick ATS: Pistons +6.5
🔥 Pick Total: Over 221
📊 Team Trends & Insights
📌 New York Knicks
- Record vs Spread (ATS): 40-41-1
- At Home: 117.5 PPG (better than road)
- Defensive Rating: 111.8 (16th)
- 3P Shooting: 12.6 made per game on 36.9%
- Key Trend: 18-19-1 ATS as 6.5+ point favorites
Stat Spotlight: Knicks have a +336 scoring differential and win games by an average of 4.1 points.
📌 Detroit Pistons
- Record vs Spread (ATS): 42-36-4
- On the Road: 116 PPG (slightly better than home)
- Defensive Rating: 110.1 (10th)
- 3P Shooting: 12.8 made per game on 36.2%
- Key Trend: 8-8-1 ATS as 6.5+ point underdogs
Stat Spotlight: Pistons have a +156 scoring margin and are elite at creating spacing and rebounds.
🚑 Injury Report
| Team | Status | Player | Note |
| Knicks | Clean Report | — | All players expected to play |
| Upgraded | Ariel Hukporti | Available after being questionable | |
| Pistons | Questionable | Isaiah Stewart | Knee injury (left Game 1 early) |
| Out | Jaden Ivey | Not expected to return Game 2 |
🩺 The Knicks come in fully healthy. The Pistons, however, will likely miss Jaden Ivey again, and Isaiah Stewart’s availability could impact Detroit’s rebounding and rim protection.
💎 Prop Bet Highlights
🗽 Knicks Props
Karl-Anthony Towns
- Points: 23.5 (Avg: 24.4)
- Rebounds: 11.5 🔥 (Avg: 12.8)
- 3PM: 1.5 (Avg: 2.0)
Jalen Brunson
- Points: 28.5 (Avg: 26.0)
- Assists: 7.5 (Avg: 7.3)
Josh Hart
- Rebounds: 9.5 (Avg: 9.6)
- Assists: 5.5 (Avg: 5.9)
🛠 Pistons Props
Cade Cunningham
- Points: 26.5 (Avg: 26.1)
- Assists: 9.5 (Avg: 9.1)
- 3PM: 1.5 (Avg: 2.1)
Jalen Duren
- Points: 10.5 (Avg: 11.8)
- Rebounds: 10.5 (Avg: 10.3)
- Assists: 2.5 (Avg: 2.7)
🔥 ClutchBuzz Prop Parlay (SGP)
Odds: +425
Towns Over 11.5 Rebounds
Cunningham Over 1.5 Threes
Jalen Duren Over 2.5 Assists
💡 Reasoning: All players are outperforming these lines season-long and trending well against current matchups.
🧠 Final Knicks vs. Pistons Prediction
Game 1 showed the Knicks’ home-court grit, but the Pistons have the tools to punch back. Cade Cunningham is coming off a strong outing, and if Jalen Duren and Malik Beasley can bring more to the table, this game could go down to the wire again.
Expect New York to remain in control, but Detroit should keep it close. Look for the over to hit as both offenses push the tempo late.
📌 Final Prediction:
Knicks 116 – Pistons 112
Best Bets: Pistons +6.5 ✅ | Over 221 ✅ | Towns Rebounds Over ✅
