The New York Knicks (13 – 17) play host to the Detroit Pistons (5 – 24) at 7:30pm EST on Tuesday 21st December 2021.
New York open as 9.5 point favorites. So far this season the Knicks are 12-18-0 against the spread (ATS) and 4-11-0 ATS when playing at home. The Knicks are looking to bounce back from their 114-107 loss to the Boston Celtics.
The visiting Pistons are 14-15-0 ATS and 7-7-0 ATS on the road. They’re 1-9 in their last 10 games and are seeking to put together two wins in a row.
Knicks vs Pistons Betting Odds
Betting Odds: Knicks Spread
Knicks Spread -9.5 at Bovada
| Knicks Spread | -9.5 |
| Pistons Spread | +9.5 |
| Over/Under | 206.5 |
| Time | 7:30pm EST |
| TV | NBA TV |
The New York Knicks are -114 and the Detroit Pistons are -117 to cover the spread. Use our calculator to estimate your potential winnings.
Knicks and Pistons Betting Trends
- The Knicks are 2-8 in their last 10 games.
- New York are 12-18-0 ATS and 4-11-0 ATS at home.
- Totals have gone under in 16 of the Knicks’ 30 games
- The Pistons are 1-9 in their last 10 games.
- Detroit are 14-15-0 ATS and 7-7-0 ATS on the road.
- Totals have gone over in 15 of the Pistons’ 29 games
Knicks and Pistons Head to Head
- Apr 3, 2021: New York Knicks 125 @ Detroit Pistons 81
- Mar 4, 2021: Detroit Pistons 104 @ New York Knicks 114
- Feb 28, 2021: New York Knicks 109 @ Detroit Pistons 90
Knicks vs. Pistons Team Statistics
 | Statistics |  |
|---|---|---|
| 105.9 23rd | Points Per Game | 100.4 29th |
| 43.7% 25th | Field Goal % | 41.6% 29th |
| 36.4% 7th | 3PT % | 30.9% 30th |
| 44.7% 17th | Rebounds | 42.2% 28th |
| 21.4% 29th | Assists | 21.7% 27th |
| 13.7% 11th | Turnovers | 15.4% 26th |
| 7% 25th | Steals | 8% 10th |
| 5.5% 6th | Blocks | 4.8% 18th |
| 19.3% 16th | Fouls | 20.4% 28th |
Knicks vs. Pistons Injury Report
New York Knicks Injuries
| Player | Position | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luka Samanic | PF | Foot | Game Time Decision |
| Kevin Knox II | SF | Covid-19 | Game Time Decision |
| R.J. Barrett | SF | Covid-19 | Game Time Decision |
| Derrick Rose | PG | Ankle | Game Time Decision |
| Obi Toppin | PF | Covid-19 | Game Time Decision |
| Quentin Grimes | SG | Covid-19 | Game Time Decision |
| Miles McBride | PG | Covid-19 | Expected to be out until at least Dec 25 |
| Immanuel Quickley | SG | Covid-19 | Expected to be out until at least Dec 25 |
Detroit Pistons Injuries
| Player | Position | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Smith | SF | Knee | Expected to be out until at least Dec 25 |
| Kelly Olynyk | PF | Knee | Expected to be out until at least Dec 26 |
| Jerami Grant | PF | Thumb | Expected to be out until at least Feb 1 |
Key players to watch
New York Knicks Key Player
Julius Randle 19.8 ppg, 5.2 apg, 9.8 rpg
Detroit Pistons Key Player
Cade Cunningham 15.2 ppg, 4.5 apg, 6.4 rpg, 1.3 spg
Who plays tonight in the NBA?
The New York Knicks are hosting the Detroit Pistons at 7:30pm EST on Tuesday 21st December 2021.
What TV channel is Knicks vs Pistons game on?
The Knicks vs Pistons game is available on NBA TV.
What time is the Knicks vs Pistons NBA game tonight?
Tonight’s NBA game between the New York Knicks and Detroit Pistons is at 7:30pm EST.
Who is the betting favorite in the Knicks vs Pistons NBA game tonight?
New York Knicks are the -626 betting favorites. Calculate your potential winnings from a $100 bet using our NBA odds calculator.
Is Luka Samanic playing in tonights NBA game?
A game-time decision will be made. Luka Samanic is dealing with Foot .
Is Kevin Knox II playing in tonights NBA game?
A game-time decision will be made. Kevin Knox II is dealing with Covid-19 .
Is R.J. Barrett playing in tonights NBA game?
A game-time decision will be made. R.J. Barrett is dealing with Covid-19 .
Is Derrick Rose playing in tonights NBA game?
A game-time decision will be made. Derrick Rose is dealing with Ankle .
Is Obi Toppin playing in tonights NBA game?
A game-time decision will be made. Obi Toppin is dealing with Covid-19 .
Is Quentin Grimes playing in tonights NBA game?
A game-time decision will be made. Quentin Grimes is dealing with Covid-19 .
Why is Miles McBride not playing in tonights NBA game?
Miles McBride is dealing with Covid-19 and is expected to be out until at least dec 25.
Why is Immanuel Quickley not playing in tonights NBA game?
Immanuel Quickley is dealing with Covid-19 and is expected to be out until at least dec 25.
Why is Chris Smith not playing in tonights NBA game?
Chris Smith is dealing with Knee and is expected to be out until at least dec 25.
Why is Kelly Olynyk not playing in tonights NBA game?
Kelly Olynyk is dealing with Knee and is expected to be out until at least dec 26.
Why is Jerami Grant not playing in tonights NBA game?
Jerami Grant is dealing with Thumb and is expected to be out until at least feb 1.
