The New York Knicks (10-7) welcome the Detroit Pistons (2-15) to Madison Square Garden Thursday. Tip is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze'FanDuel Sportsbook’s'lines around the Pistons at Knicks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: First meeting; Knicks won all 4 meetings last season
The Knicks beat the Charlotte Hornets 115-91 Tuesday, covering as an 11.5-point home favorite. New York is 9-6-2 against the spread (ATS) this season and is 1-3 ATS over its last 4 games. It is 4-3-1 ATS at home. The Knicks are led by G Jalen Brunson, who is averaging 24.1 points per game (PPG). They have won 5 of their last 7 games.
The Pistons lost to the Los Angeles Lakers 133-107 Wednesday, failing to cover as a 7.5-point home underdog. Detroit started the season 2-1, but has now lost 14 straight games and is 7-10 ATS on the season. It is 4-10 ATS over its losing streak. The Pistons are led by G Cade Cunningham, who is averaging 22.2 PPG.