<p>The NBA Regular Season is underway with an exciting game at Little Caesars Arena. The New York Knicks will play against the Detroit Pistons on Monday, January 5, 2026, at 7:00 PM. The game will be broadcast on Pea.</p> <p>The Knicks come in with a 23-12 record. They have recently faced a tough stretch, losing their last three games. The Pistons hold a 26-9 record and are ranked first in the Eastern Conference. They recently won against the Cleveland Cavaliers.</p> <h2>Knicks vs Pistons Game Day Info</h2> <ul><li>Sport: NBA</li><li>Teams: New York Knicks vs. Detroit Pistons</li><li>Venue: Little Caesars Arena</li><li>Date: Monday, January 5, 2026</li><li>Betting Odds: Knicks Spread -2.5 (-113), Pistons Spread +2.5 (-108), Knicks MoneyLine -143, Pistons MoneyLine +122, Over/Under 234.5</li></ul> <h2>New York Knicks Team Preview</h2> <p>The New York Knicks have had a rough stretch recently, losing their last three games. In their latest game against the Philadelphia 76ers, they lost 130-119. Jalen Brunson led the team with 31 points, while Karl-Anthony Towns added 23 points and 14 rebounds.</p> <p>The Knicks rank fourth in the league for points per game with 120.5. They are also strong from beyond the arc, making 15.3 three-pointers per game, which ranks third. However, their defense has struggled, allowing 115 points per game.</p> <p>Jalen Brunson is a key player for the Knicks, averaging 29.3 points and 6.5 assists per game. Karl-Anthony Towns also contributes with 22 points and 11.8 rebounds per game. The team will be without Josh Hart and Landry Shamet due to injuries in their upcoming game.</p> <h2>Detroit Pistons Team Preview</h2> <p>The Detroit Pistons recently had a mixed set of games. They secured a win against the Cleveland Cavaliers with a score of 114-110. Cade Cunningham led the team with 27 points, while Daniss Jenkins added 25 points.</p> <p>In their game against the Miami Heat, the Pistons fell short, losing 112-118. Despite the loss, Cade Cunningham put up an impressive 31 points, 8 rebounds, and 11 assists. Marcus Sasser contributed 18 points with a high shooting percentage.</p> <p>The Pistons show strong offensive stats this season, averaging 118.8 points per game. They rank 3rd in rebounds with 46.3 per game. However, they need to improve their free throw shooting, standing at 75.3%, which ranks 29th in the league.</p> <h2>BTB Betting Pick</h2> <p>The Knicks are favored by 2.5 points with odds of -113. They score 120.5 points per game, while the Pistons allow 112.7 points. With the Knicks' strong scoring and the Pistons' defensive stats, picking the Knicks to cover the spread is a solid choice. Projected score: Knicks 122, Pistons 117.</p> <p>The over/under line is set at 234.5. The Knicks and Pistons have shown high scoring potential, with both teams ranking in the top 11 for points per game. Considering these factors, the over is the recommended pick. Projected total: 239 points.</p>

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