Detroit Pistons vs New York Knicks Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 01/11/2024, 04:39  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 01/11/2024 at 04:43 in NBA Predictions

The Detroit Pistons will play host to the New York Knicks at the Little Caesars Arena on Saturday morning. The Pistons are bottom of the Eastern Conference standings, while the Knicks are in fifth place. Let’s get into the match prediction.

After suffering four defeats in a row at the start of the season, the Detroit Pistons finally got themselves in the win column by beating the 76ers 105-95 in their last outing. 

Jaden Ivey led the side with 23 points, Cade Cunningham finished with 22 points and seven assists, while Tobias Harris added 18 points and 14 rebounds in the victory. 

The Pistons are now averaging 106.2 PPG which ranks 26th in the league to date, though they have been better in defence, allowing 110.6 points per outing (10th in the NBA).

Meanwhile, the Knicks have split their first four games of the season and come into this match following a 116-107 victory over the Miami Heat on Thursday morning. 

Karl-Anthony Towns had a massive night, scoring 44 points on 17 of 25 shooting, while he also pulled down 17 rebounds. Jalen Brunson chipped in with 22 points and nine assists. 

The Knicks are now averaging 113.0 PPG (16th in the NBA) with an impressive 50% shooting conversion, while they are allowing 111.8 at the other end, ranking 13th overall in the league.