Pistons vs Knicks Prediction, Odds & Game Preview 4/27/2025

With the Knicks holding a slim 2-1 series lead, Game 4 at Little Caesars Arena becomes a pivotal moment as Detroit seeks to even the series after Thursday's narrow 118-116 defeat.

New York's experience proved crucial in Game 3 with Karl-Anthony Towns' 31-point performance leading the way, while the Pistons continue to rely heavily on Cade Cunningham's all-around excellence (24 points, 7 rebounds, 11 assists in Game 3).

Both teams have traded punches throughout this physical series, with the winner of Sunday's matchup gaining significant momentum in what has become one of the most competitive first-round matchups of the postseason.

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Detroit Pistons vs. New York Knicks preview

The Knicks are eyeing a commanding 3-1 series lead when they visit Detroit for Game 4 on Sunday, having narrowly escaped with a 118-116 victory in Game 3 behind Karl-Anthony Towns' 31-point performance.

Detroit showed tremendous fight in the last outing, storming back from a 14-point deficit to pull within one in the final seconds, but couldn't complete the comeback after a costly turnover on their final possession.

Cade Cunningham has been Detroit's engine throughout the series, averaging a near triple-double with 26 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 8.7 assists, while consistently challenging New York's defense.

The series has featured wild swings in momentum – from New York's 21-0 run in Game 1 to Detroit's stunning upset in Game 2 – showcasing the Pistons' fearlessness despite their youth and inexperience compared to the battle-tested Knicks.

With Mitchell Robinson questionable due to illness and Isaiah Stewart's knee injury clouding his availability, the frontcourt battle between Towns and Jalen Duren could prove decisive in a contest where Detroit's home crowd will be desperate to see their team level the series.

The teams have played at the third-fastest pace among first-round matchups, suggesting Sunday's clash at Little Caesars Arena could again deliver the high-scoring affair we saw in Games 1 and 3.

Key stats

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The Knicks sit 3rd in the Eastern Conference with a 51-31 record, making them a top-tier team this season

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Detroit holds the 6th position in the East with a respectable 44-38 record, slightly overperforming expectations

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New York has struggled with consistency lately, showing a mixed recent form (WLLLW) heading into this matchup

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The Pistons enter on a downward trend despite their solid position, losing 3 of their last 5 games (LLWLL)

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