Game 5 Preview: Pistons vs Knicks Odds, Picks, and Props to Consider

• The New York Knicks are 5.5-point home favorites in Game 5 of their first-round series vs the Detroit Pistons
• New York is looking to advance to the second round with their commanding 3-1 series lead over Detroit
• See my Pistons vs Knicks Game 5 predictions and odds on April 29

It might not be as easy as the 3-1 series lead suggests but the New York Knicks (43-42-1 ATS) look to close out the Detroit Pistons (43-40-3 ATS) in their first-round series. Despite having seven fewer wins, Detroit won the season series 3-1, but the Knicks have flipped the script with three victories in four contests, but they haven’t come without controversy, particularly in Game 4.

In the NBA odds, the books are leaning towards the home team advancing to the second round. Tuesday’s game tips off at 7:40 pm ET from famed Madison Square Garden in New York, with TNT and Max carrying the broadcast in the United States and TSN in Canada.

DET Pistons vs NY Knicks Game 5 Odds

Detroit is a 5.5-point road underdog in the Pistons vs Knicks odds, and +194 on the moneyline. The Knicks are the favorite with a -235 moneyline price, indicating an implied win probability of 70.15%. The total checks in at 213.5 points. A $235 wager on New York to win would pay out $100 if it hits. Conversely, a $100 wager on the Pistons would net you $194 if they pull off the upset.

Our SBD formula indicates it’ll be a tight tilt, won 116.3-114.1 by the Knicks. That points to Detroit covering the 5.5-point spread and the over 213.5 point total hitting.

Odds as of April 28 at FanDuel. Be sure to check out the best FanDuel promo code before placing a bet on any NBA game on Tuesday.

Both teams continue their series relatively healthy. For the road unit, Center Isaiah Stewart (knee), is questionable after missing the last three affairs. Guard Jaden Ivy is out with a broken fibula, and he’s shooting and doing drills, but his status won’t be updated for a few more weeks. As for the home squad, Center Mitchell Robinson is day-to-day with an illness, though it hasn’t kept him from missing any games in the series.

The Knicks are sporting the seventh-best NBA Championship odds with the best odds of +4500 on DraftKings, while the Pistons are massive +150000 longshots at BetMGM.

Detroit Pistons vs New York Knicks Pick

• Pistons vs Knicks pick: Pistons +5.5 (-112)

After the two squads split the first two games of the series in the Big Apple, New York held off a late rally attempt to take Game 3 118-116, then in Game 4, Detroit lost their ninth straight home playoff game (dating back to 2008), tying an NBA record set by Philadelphia from 1968 to 1971.

That contest ended in the slimmest of margins, a 94-93 Knicks victory that was marred in controversy. Tim Hardaway Jr. shot a 3-pointer just before the buzzer and drew contact from Josh Hart that wasn’t called a foul. David Guthrie, the crew chief for the game, said afterward that the officials made a mistake, but the damage was done.

Jalen Brunson put up 32 points, his fourth straight 30+ point game in the series, and Karl-Anthony Towns had 27, as the Knicks erased an eleven-point fourth quarter deficit. Detroit’s Cade Cunningham posted his first career playoff triple-double and the third in franchise history, but he missed two shots and turned the ball over in the final minute.

I do believe the Knicks will likely squeak past the upstart Pistons yet again, but not enough to cover the 5.5 point spread. After all, in the last seven meetings, either Detroit has won (4), and the Knicks have failed to cover 5.5 points in two of their three triumphs.

Pistons vs Knicks Game 5 Player Props

For a player prop to select, I’m looking directly at Jalen Brunson, who has put up at least 30 points in all four games of the series. In nine of his last eleven outings versus Detroit, he’s gone over that number, which would be enough to win this prop bet set at 29.5 points.

DET-NYK Player-Prop Pick:

• Jalen Brunson over 29.5 points (-118)

 
The Detroit Pistons will be facing off against the New York Knicks in Game 5 of their NBA playoff series, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. With both teams tied at 2-2 in the series, this game will be crucial in determining who will advance to the next round.

When it comes to the odds, the Knicks are currently favored to win Game 5. According to sportsbooks, the Knicks have a -3.5 point spread, meaning they are expected to win by at least 4 points. The over/under for the game is set at 215 points, indicating that oddsmakers are expecting a relatively high-scoring affair.

As for picks, many experts are leaning towards the Knicks to come out on top in Game 5. The Knicks have been playing well throughout the series, and their home-court advantage could give them the edge they need to secure a victory. However, the Pistons have shown that they are a resilient team, and they will be looking to pull off an upset on the road.

When it comes to props to consider, there are a few options that could be worth looking into. One prop bet to consider is the total points scored by Derrick Rose. Rose has been a key player for the Knicks in this series, and if he has a big game, it could greatly impact the outcome of Game 5.

Another prop bet to consider is the total rebounds for Jerami Grant. Grant has been a force on the boards for the Pistons throughout the series, and if he can continue his strong play in Game 5, it could give Detroit a significant advantage.

Overall, Game 5 between the Pistons and Knicks is shaping up to be a highly competitive and exciting matchup. With both teams fighting for their playoff lives, fans can expect a thrilling game that could go down to the wire. Be sure to tune in and see which team will come out on top in this pivotal game.