Game Overview

The No. 3 seed New York Knicks will play against the No. 6 seed Detroit Pistons in the first round of the 2025 NBA playoffs, with the game occurring on Saturday at 6 p.m. ET at Madison Square Garden. This will be their first postseason encounter since 1992.

Team Performance

Both teams are looking to make a significant playoff run. The Knicks ended the regular season with one additional victory compared to last year but positioned one slot lower in the standings. The Pistons, on the other hand, remarkably improved this season after finishing last before but bounced back to secure their current playoff position.

Betting Odds

• Knicks -7 on FanDuel.
• Over/Under: 220.5 points.
• Money line: Knicks -297, Pistons +238.

Analysis

Knicks Strengths

New York’s lineup adjustments, featuring acquisitions like Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges, have enhanced their ability to score, finishing fifth in offensive efficiency.

Pistons Resilience

Detroit’s turnaround under coach J.B. Bickerstaff was the sixth-largest in NBA history, with Cade Cunningham leading the charge, averaging impressive stats.

How to Make Picks

The SportsLine Projection Model has analyzed the game 10,000 times, projecting a total score of 222 points, leaning towards the over. For detailed picks and betting insights, refer to SportsLine.

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