New York Knicks vs. Detroit Pistons Game 2 Preview- Can the Pistons Tie the Series 1-1?

The New York Knicks will play the Detroit Pistons in Game 2 of the first round of the playoffs. The Pistons are currently down 1-0 in the series, and the question to be asked is if the Pistons can tie the series or if the Knicks will take a 2-0 lead against them? Let’s find out more.

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New York Knicks’ Outlook

The New York Knicks came into the series as the third seed in the East, into the playoffs, and their playoff experience over the Pistons clearly showed. Jalen Brunson led the way for the Knicks with his scoring and ended up with 34 points, 8 assists, on 44.4 percent shooting from the field, and shot 40% from the beyond the arc. While the Pistons were close the entire game, Knicks’ guard Cameron Payne came off the bench, and immediately torched the Pistons with his scoring as he finished the game with 14 points in 15 minutes. Karl Anthony Towns also played a huge role in securing the win for the Knicks as he dropped 23 points and grabbed 11 boards. The Knicks clearly looked like the superior team between the two, and as of this moment, the Knicks looks like they could win the series in 5 or 6 games.

Detroit Pistons’ Outlooks

The Detroit Pistons came into the first of the playoffs as the sixth seed in the East, and after struggling for years, the Pistons finally entered the playoffs with their current group. In the first game of the series, the Pistons played well for the first three quarters of the game. However, the Pistons’ lack of inexperience showed in the fourth quarter as they allowed the opposition to score 40 points. Their star Cade Cunningham did not have the best of either as he dropped 21 points on 38.1 percent shooting from the field, and shot 25.0 percent from beyond the arc. The Pistons just cannot give up 40 points in a quarter, as that could result in them going home after the very first round of the playoffs.

With Game 2 starting tonight, the Pistons need to get a win in Madison Square Garden to tie the series at 1-1. However if the Pistons lose, they will go back home and all the pressure will be on them to win both the home game matches at Detroit.

Detroit Pistons vs. New York Knicks Injury Report

Detroit Pistons

The Pistons are missing one of the essential pieces in Jaden Ivey who could put up points on the board in a hurry. Ivey is currently out and will not return anytime soon as he’s dealing with a left fibula fracture. Another big blow to the Pistons is if Isaiah Stewart misses tonight’s game as he is listed as questionable and is dealing with a right knee inflammation.

New York Knicks

Everything is going right for the Knicks as they have nobody listed on the injury report.

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Where to Watch New York Knicks vs. Detroit Pistons Tonight?

Catch the New York Knicks face the Detroit Pistons in Game 2 of the first round of the NBA playoffs. The two teams will square off on Monday, April 21, 2025. at 7:30 p.m. ET. Tune in on TNT, truTV, FanDuel Sports Network Detroit, and MSG Network. You can also stream the game on HBO Max, Prime Video, and Sling TV.