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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Our expert prediction for Thursday's New York Knicks vs Detroit Pistons Game 3 matchup.
The Detroit Pistons and New York Knicks are scheduled to meet in the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena on Thursday, with tipoff at 7:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results and today’s injury updates, Dimers' proven NBA model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Knicks as the most likely winner of Game 3.
"Using the latest data, our experts simulated Thursday's New York-Detroit game 10,000 times," said Damien Souness from Dimers.
"Taking into account recent updates and various additional inputs, we forecast the Knicks with a win probability of 56% and the Pistons with 44%."
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Pistons lineup will feature stars like Cade Cunningham, Tobias Harris and Malik Beasley, while the Knicks will rely on Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby.
For expanded analysis of Thursday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Knicks vs. Pistons predictions page.
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Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NBA Playoffs game between the Knicks and Pistons 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Knicks a 56% chance of beating the Pistons in Game 3 of the series. Our predicted final score has the Knicks winning 109-108.
According to our model, the Knicks (-1.5) have a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the 216.5-point over/under has a 52% chance of going over.
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Knicks vs. Pistons Game 3 Odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Knicks | Pistons |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -1.5 (-110) | +1.5 (-106) |
| Moneyline | -125 | +114 |
| Total | o216.5 (-110) | u216.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Knicks vs. Pistons Picks and Best Bets for Game 3
Our model's strongest edge in today's Knicks vs. Pistons matchup is on the moneyline.
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Knicks vs. Pistons Game 3 Player Props
NBA prop bets are an enjoyable way to wager on the Knicks vs. Pistons game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Little Caesars Arena.
Jalen Brunson is expected to lead the Knicks in scoring, while Cade Cunningham is projected to be the top scorer for the Pistons.
Dimers Pro users can access a full range of player props and projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and more, for every NBA game this season.
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Knicks vs. Pistons Game 3 Updates and Essential Details
Thursday's Game 3 between the Pistons and Knicks in the NBA Playoffs is scheduled to start at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: New York Knicks vs. Detroit Pistons
- Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Little Caesars Arena
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The NBA Playoffs is an annual elimination tournament held to determine the league's champion.
A total of 16 teams, including the Knicks and Pistons, made the 2025 NBA Playoffs, which consists of four rounds: the First Round, Conference Semifinals, Conference Finals, and NBA Finals.
Each round of the NBA Playoffs is played as a best-of-seven series, with the first team to four wins advancing to the next round until a champion is crowned. Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Thursday's Knicks vs. Pistons matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any New York vs. Detroit picks, be sure to check out the latest NBA predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Knicks, with a 56% win probability, will likely beat the Pistons on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Knicks vs. Pistons insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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