The Detroit Pistons will visit the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference First Round in the NBA Playoffs. The game is set for Saturday, April 19, 2025, at 6:00 PM and will be broadcast on ESPN. Both teams are looking to gain an early advantage in this best of 7 series.

Pistons vs. Knicks Betting Prediction

• Spread Prediction: Pistons +7.0. The Pistons have a strong ATS record as underdogs at 18-10-0. This suggests they can cover the spread against the Knicks.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 220.5. Both teams have been hitting the over recently, with the Pistons on a 2-game over streak and the Knicks on a 1-game over streak.

Team Trends

• The game is the first in the Eastern Conference First Round of the NBA Playoffs.
• The Detroit Pistons have a 36-24-0 ATS record for the 2025 regular season.
• The New York Knicks have a 26-33-2 ATS record for the 2025 regular season.
• The Pistons are on a 2-game losing streak, while the Knicks are on a 3-game losing streak.
• The game will take place at Madison Square Garden on April 19, 2025, at 6:00 PM.

Pistons vs Knicks Preview

The NBA Playoffs are here, and the Detroit Pistons are set to play the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. This is Game 1 of the Eastern Conference First Round. Both teams are eager to start strong in this best of 7 series. The Pistons will rely on Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren to lead the way. The Knicks will counter with Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns.

The Pistons’ lineup includes Ausar Thompson and Tim Hardaway Jr., who aim to make an impact. Tobias Harris adds experience at the forward position. On the other side, the Knicks have Mikal Bridges and OG Anunoby, who will be key in their defensive strategy. Josh Hart rounds out their starting five, bringing energy and hustle. The game will be broadcast on ESPN at 6:00 PM on April 19, 2025.

Knicks Ready for Playoff Action at Home

The New York Knicks are set to host the Detroit Pistons at Madison Square Garden. This game marks the start of the Eastern Conference First Round in the NBA Playoffs. The Knicks aim to take advantage of their home court. Playing at Madison Square Garden gives the Knicks a familiar setting. The team will look to start the series strong. Fans will be eager to see how the Knicks perform in this playoff opener. The Knicks have had a solid season leading up to the playoffs. The team hopes to carry that momentum into this series. Players and fans alike are ready for this important game.

Detroit Pistons Aim to Make Their Mark

The Detroit Pistons enter the playoffs with a balanced record. They finished the regular season with 44 wins and 38 losses. Their away record stands at 22-19, showing they can compete on the road. Cade Cunningham leads the Pistons in scoring and assists. He averages 26.1 points and 9.1 assists per game. Jalen Duren is a key player in rebounds, securing 10.5 per game. The Pistons will miss Jaden Ivey due to a fibula injury. His absence impacts their lineup. The team looks to adjust and find ways to fill the gap.

Final Betting Pick

The Pistons have shown strength against the spread as underdogs, with an 18-10-0 record. This suggests they can cover the +7.0 spread against the Knicks. Their ability to perform well in such situations makes them a solid pick for this game.

Both teams have been hitting the over recently, with the Pistons on a 2-game over streak and the Knicks on a 1-game over streak. This trend supports the over 220.5 prediction. With both teams likely to continue their scoring momentum, the over is a reasonable choice.

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