The New York Knicks are ready for a big win in the Big Apple for game 1.
A 6.5-point favorite, it looks like the Knicks are taking this victory over the Detroit Pistons in game 1 of the series. The Knicks are 3-1 against the Pistons in the regular season. However, something has changed: The Knicks roster is at full strength and healthy.
The Athletic's James Edwards III reported that Knicks head coach, Tom Thibodeau, announced a clean injury report for this Saturday's NBA playoffs matchup.
"Thibs said everyone is healthy and has practiced," Edwards shared on X.
The Detroit Pistons are a good team. But, with the Knicks' Jalen Brunson, KAT, and OG Anunoby ready for Saturday at MSG, the Pistons are in for the fight of their careers. Cue the roars of Spike Lee and the MSG crowd.
Mark my words, the Knicks will advance.
Key Line |
New York Knicks |
Detroit Pistons |
Point Spread |
-6.5 |
+6.5 |
Moneyline |
-285 |
+230 |
Over/Under |
220.5 (O/U) |
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The New York Knicks appear to have a slight edge in this matchup with superior shooting percentages across the board, particularly in field goal percentage (48.6% vs 47.6%) and free throw shooting (80.0% vs 77.4%), though the Pistons hold a significant rebounding advantage (44.8 vs 42.6).
But the kicker lies in these two facts: 1) The Knicks are playing at home 2) The Knicks' roster is healthy
Key Stat |
New York Knicks |
Detroit Pistons |
PPG |
115.8 |
115.5 |
REB |
42.6 |
44.8 |
FG % |
48.6% |
47.6% |
FT % |
80.0% |
77.4% |
3-Point % |
36.9% |
36.2% |
If you can't already tell, everyone thinks the Knicks are sending the Pistons home in the First Round. There are big expectations for a healthy Jalen Brunson to lead the Knicks into a deep playoff run — 2025 is his year to do it.