Pistons vs. Knicks Prediction & Odds
The Knicks did not get off to a good start but will have an opportunity to even their record when they host the Pistons at 7:30 p.m. ET.
With New York laying 7 points as a home favorite and the total sitting at 218.5, what’s the best play on the board tonight at Madison Square Garden?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
543 Detroit Pistons (+7) at 544 New York Knicks (-7); o/u 218.5
7:30 p.m. ET, Friday, October 21, 2022
Madison Square Garden
Pistons vs. Knicks Public Betting Information
Our NBA Public Betting Information page indicates that 70% of public bettors are currently backing the 76ers when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
Detroit Pistons DFS Spin
Cade Cunningham notched 18 points (6-of-16 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs) with 10 assists, two boards, two triples and three turnovers in 35 minutes. Cade is stepping up as a leader this season, telling James Edwards of The Athletic that he’s willing to make some individual sacrifices for the good of the team. “Maybe I have to sacrifice 50 shots a game to make sure the chemistry is good, we’re flowing, whatever. We need to know how we’re going to play,” Cade said. “So, when it gets that time, everyone is confident, everyone is ready to go. That’s how I see things.” Cade got off to a slow start tonight but eventually settled into a groove to help the Pistons pull out the win. Improving his FG% will be the biggest thing he can do this season to take the next step as a fantasy player.
New York Knicks DFS Spin
RJ Barrett played 38 minutes in Wednesday’s loss to the Grizzlies, tallying 11 points (3-of-18 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), eight rebounds, and three assists. Barrett’s scoring average has increased in each of his first three seasons, but efficiency has long been a concern. Let’s just say that Wednesday’s effort did not alleviate those concerns. Barrett missed all six of his 4-point attempts while failing to provide any defensive stats. Hopefully, he’ll be able to rebound from this disappointing effort in Friday’s home opener against the Pistons.
Pistons vs. Knicks NBA Betting Trends
Under is 6-2 in the last 8 meetings
Under is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings in New York
Over is 5-1 in Pistons last 6 road games
Pistons vs. Knicks NBA Prediction:
The Pistons are just 1-7 against the spread in their last eight games versus the Knicks and are 9-25 against the number in their last 34 games at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks, meanwhile, are 5-1 against the spread in their last six games versus an opponent with a winning percentage above .600, are 4-1 against the spread in their last five games overall and are 7-2 at the betting window in their last nine games coming off a loss.
NBA BETTING PREDICTION: NEW YORK KNICKS -7