New York Knicks vs Detroit Pistons, NBA 2024-25: The NBA 2024-25 playoffs are heating up as the New York Knicks face the Detroit Pistons in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference First Round. With the series tied 1-1, both teams are eager to take the lead.
Game 3 is set for Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, MI. The Knicks, coming off a narrow loss, are looking to bounce back, while the Pistons aim to capitalize on their home-court advantage.

This matchup is crucial in the NBA 2024-25 postseason, with both teams showcasing star power and depth. Fans can expect a high-intensity battle as the Knicks and Pistons fight for a pivotal win in this best-of-seven series.
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| Odds Type | Knicks | Pistons |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -120 | +100 |
| Spread | -1.5 | +1.5 |
| Over/Under | 214 | 214 |
| Team | Last 5 Games (W-L) | Notable Wins/Losses |
|---|---|---|
| New York Knicks | 3-2 | W vs Brooklyn, L vs Detroit |
| Detroit Pistons | 2-3 | W vs New York, L vs Milwaukee |
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The Knicks enter Game 3 at full strength, a significant advantage in the grueling NBA 2024-25 postseason. Their core players, including Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns, are in excellent form. Brunson is averaging 26.0 points and 7.3 assists per game, while Towns contributes 24.4 points and 12.8 rebounds.
| Player | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Brunson | 26.0 | 2.9 | 7.3 | 0.9 | 0.1 |
| Karl-Anthony Towns | 24.4 | 12.8 | 3.1 | 1.0 | 0.7 |
| OG Anunoby | 18.0 | 4.8 | 2.2 | 1.5 | 0.9 |
| Josh Hart | 13.6 | 9.6 | 5.9 | 1.5 | 0.4 |
| Player | Position | Status | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isaiah Stewart | C | Knee | 04-19 |
| Jaden Ivey | SG | Leg | 01-01 |
| Player | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cade Cunningham | 26.1 | 6.1 | 9.1 | 1.0 | 0.8 |
| Jalen Duren | 11.8 | 10.3 | 2.7 | 0.7 | 1.1 |
| Malik Beasley | 16.3 | 2.6 | 1.7 | 0.9 | 0.1 |
| Tim Hardaway Jr. | 11.0 | 2.4 | 1.6 | 0.5 | 0.1 |
| Category | Knicks (Rank) | Knicks (Stat) | Pistons (Rank) | Pistons (Stat) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Points Per Game | 8th | 116 | 8th | 116 |
| Rebounds Per Game | 24th | 42.6 | 11th | 44.8 |
| Field Goal Percentage | 4th | 48.6% | 13th | 47.6% |
| Free Throw Percentage | 5th | 80% | 20th | 77.4% |
| 3-Point Percentage | 8th | 36.9% | 17th | 36.2% |
| Assists Per Game | 11th | 27.5 | 14th | 26.4 |
| Turnovers Per Game | 3rd | 12.2 | 23rd | 14.1 |
| Blocked Shots Per Game | 29th | 4.0 | 8th | 5.3 |
| Steals Per Game | 12th | 8.2 | 17th | 8.0 |