Detroit Pistons vs New York Knicks Predictions, Picks and Odds for Monday, January 5

The Detroit Pistons will welcome the New York Knicks in a highly-anticipated Eastern Conference clash on Monday, January 5. The hosts, Pistons, lead the conference with a 26-9 record, and are entering the matchup on the back of a victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers in the front-leg of their back-to-back. The Knicks, on the other hand, are seeded second in the East, are currently on a three-game losing skid.

The Pistons are 2.5 point home underdogs, with the moneyline around Knicks -144 and total around 235.5. These NBA odds tonight suggest a tight battle, resulting in the Knicks’ favor. We have got our Best Bet, a same-game parlay, and some favorite player props for the matchup.

Here’s how we are betting Pistons vs Knicks.

Best Bet for Detroit Pistons vs New York Knicks

Best Bet: New York Knicks -2.5 (-112)
Book: Best price at FanDuel

Our best bet for Pistons vs Knicks is Knicks -2.5 (-112) against the spread.

The New York Knicks are among top-five teams in terms of offensive rating, while sitting mid-rack when it comes to defensive rating. They are scoring 120.5 points per game, while allowing their rivals to score 115.0 points. On the other hand, the Pistons rank eighth in offensive rating and have the second-best defensive rating. However, they have Topias Harris and Jalen Duren listed out, weakening their front-court.

The spread at -2.5 is accurate for the Knicks against a defensively-elite team. The Knicks cover well as slight favorites.

Considering New York’s scoring, and form as well as Pistons’ absences, we are taking the Knicks -2.5 and expect them to cover the number tonight.

Same-Game Parlay Picks for Detroit Pistons vs New York Knicks

3-Leg SGP (Safer)

Leg 1: New York Knicks -1.5 alternate spread
Leg 2: Jalen Brunson Over 29.6 Points
Leg 3: Cade Cunningham Over 9.5 assists

Combined odds: +441

We are building this same-game parlay around the Knicks to register a close victory over the Pistons. Brunson thrives offensively, leading his team with a notable average, while Cunningham shoulders responsibility for his team, which further boosts up considering key injuries.

These legs co-relate if the Knicks maintain an edge over Detroit, Brunson gets more volume, while Cunningham creates dimes for his team. This is our safer SGP option.

Longshot SGP (+5963)

Cade Cunningham to score 40+ points
Karl-Anthony Towns to record 12+ rebounds
Jalen Brunson to record 10+ assists

Detroit Pistons vs New York Knicks Odds and Top Player Props

Here are the latest Pistons vs Knicks odds from top sportsbooks. Shop around for the best NBA odds before locking in your bets.

Team	Spread	Moneyline	Total
New York Knicks	-2.5 (-112)	-144	O 235.5 (-110)
Detroit Pistons	+2.5 (-108)	+122	U 235.5 (-110)

Odds updated: Sunday, January 4, 2025 at 11:17 pm ET. Lines may move throughout the day.

Top Player Props for Detroit Pistons vs New York Knicks

Given how prop-heavy NBA betting is, we are also eyeing these player props for tonight’s game.

Cade Cunningham Over 28.5 Points (-108)
Paul Reed to record 8.5 rebounds (-102)
Ausar Thompson to record 2.5 assists (+116)

These picks fit well with usage, volume and players’ averages. Cade Cunningham leads the Pistons in scoring, while Paul Reed can grab boards and control the game from that end. Thompson is dishing out around 3 assists per game.

For more markets, check out our dedicated Best NBA player props today page.

Trends to Know for Pistons vs Knicks

Here are a few betting trends to keep in mind for Pistons vs Knicks

The Pistons are 19-16-0 ATS this NBA season.
Under has hit the Pistons in 17 of their 35 games this season.
Over has hit the New York Knicks in 20 of their 36 games this season.

Latest Injuries and NBA Injury Report for Detroit Pistons vs New York Knicks

Before betting this game, it’s important to check the NBA injury report, as late scratches and minutes limits can swing spreads and totals in a hurry.

Team	Player	Injury	Status
Detroit Pistons	Wendell Moore Jr.	Hamstring	Questionable
Detroit Pistons	Caris LeVert	Knee	Questionable
Detroit Pistons	Tobias Harris	Hip	Out
Detroit Pistons	Jalen Duren	Ankle	Out
New York Knicks	Landry Shamet	Shoulder	Out
New York Knicks	Josh Hart	Ankle	Out

In the NBA, late injury news and minutes restrictions have a huge impact on spreads and totals, so re-check the injury report and final inactives about an hour before tip-off.