Detroit Pistons Face Uphill Battle Against New York Knicks Despite Injury Concerns - Will 16.5-Point Underdogs Cover the Spread?
The Detroit Pistons will face the New York Knicks on Monday at Madison Square Garden with tip-off set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Detroit comes into the game with a record of 12-59 SU,
Game outlook
The Detroit Pistons will face the New York Knicks on Monday at Madison Square Garden with tip-off set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Detroit comes into the game with a record of 12-59 SU, 36-35 ATS, and 35-35-1 O/U, having lost to New Orleans on Sunday. The Pistons are 5-28 SU and 17-16 ATS on the road this season. New York, with a record of 42-28 SU, 36-31-3 ATS, and 26-44 O/U, beat Brooklyn on Saturday and holds a record of 23-13 SU and 18-17-1 ATS at home. The Knicks have won their two previous meetings with the Pistons this season. In terms of injuries, Taj Gibson, Simone Fontecchio, and Jalen Duren are questionable for Detroit, while O.G. Anunoby is out for New York. The Knicks are currently the betting favorite at -16.5 with the line remaining unchanged.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Pistons +1,000 | Knicks -2,000
Spread: Pistons +16.5 (-110) | Knicks -16.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 206.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 95%.
Detroit Pistons
In summary, the Detroit Pistons have struggled this season with a power ranking of 23. Offensively, they average 111.4 points per game, shooting 46.9% from the field and 35.2% from three-point range. They are 12-59 this season and rank 24th in offense and 26th in defense. Defensively, they allow 120.2 points per game and opponents shoot 49.0% from the field against them. The Pistons also struggle with turnovers, ranking 29th in the league. For more information on betting opportunities and sportsbook promos, visit the Dunks and Threes website.