Detroit Pistons vs New York Knicks Predictions

Duren’s absence strengthens New York’s edge

The Knicks host the Pistons on October 27 at 8:00 p.m. ET as 3.5-point favorites. SportsPicksForum prices New York at -155, Detroit at +130 and the total at 219.5.

The NBA lists Detroit center Jalen Duren as out with a right hamstring strain. His absence weakens the Pistons’ available frontcourt, but there are no confirmed starters or current performance statistics to show how much it should move the matchup.

Detroit’s lineup remains unsettled

The NBA also lists Detroit guard Isaiah Joe as questionable with a right hip contusion and guard-forward Ausar Thompson as questionable with a right ankle sprain. Knicks guard Jose Alvarado is out with a left ankle sprain. Joe’s and Thompson’s status could materially change Detroit’s rotation, making an early bet harder to justify.

Betting verdict

New York is the more likely winner based on the SPF price and Detroit’s injury report. Still, those facts alone do not establish value at -155 or support laying 3.5 points. There is also no sourced line movement or meaningful public-betting information to strengthen either case. Pass.