As the NBA season resumes post-All-Star break, the Detroit Pistons are gearing up for a crucial stretch with 29 games left on their schedule. They kick off this final phase against the New York Knicks at the iconic Madison Square Garden.
Tonight's matchup tips off at 7:30 p.m. ET and will be available for streaming on Prime Video.
The Pistons currently hold a solid lead in the Eastern Conference standings, sitting 5½ games ahead of Boston and six over New York. With a 94% chance to secure the top seed, according to playoffstatus.com, Detroit is in a strong position.
The Pistons have dominated the Knicks in their previous meetings this season, securing victories by 31 and 38 points at Little Caesars Arena. As they face off for the last time in the regular season, Detroit will aim to replicate their playoff success from last spring, where they won two out of three games at Madison Square Garden.
However, the Pistons will be without key players Isaiah Stewart and Jalen Duren, both suspended following a skirmish with Charlotte earlier this month. This opens the door for Paul Reed to step up at center, where he'll face a challenging matchup against the likes of Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson.
Here's what you need to know for tonight's game:
Matchup Details:
- Teams: Pistons (40-13) vs.
Knicks (35-20)
- Date: Thursday, Feb.
19
- Time: 7:30 p.m.
ET
- Location: Madison Square Garden, New York
How to Watch:
- Streaming: Available on Amazon Prime Video
Injury Report:
- The NBA's official injury report updates every 15 minutes, so keep an eye out for any last-minute changes.
Betting Odds:
- The Knicks are favored at home, with odds provided by BetMGM.
Upcoming Pistons Schedule:
- Feb. 21: at Bulls, 8 p.m.
(Jalen Duren returns)
- Feb. 23: vs.
Spurs, 7 p.m.
- Feb. 25: vs.
Thunder, 7 p.m.
- Feb. 27: vs.
Cavaliers, 7 p.m.
- March 1: at Magic, 6 p.m.
- March 3: at Cavaliers, 7 p.m. (Isaiah Stewart returns)
As the Pistons aim to maintain their momentum, tonight's game promises to be a thrilling contest. Whether you're tuning in for the strategic plays or the high-stakes drama, this matchup is one you won't want to miss.