- Matchup: Detroit Pistons vs New York Knicks
- Scheduled Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
- Venue: Madison Square Garden, New York, NY
- Broadcast: Prime Video
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The Detroit Pistons (40-13) travel to Madison Square Garden this Thursday to take on the New York Knicks (35-20).
In their latest game, the Pistons defeated the Raptors with a commanding score of 113-95. Detroit committed 21 fouls, while Toronto recorded 20. The Pistons connected on 10 of their 32 three-point attempts, while the Raptors achieved a free throw success rate of 91.3%, making 21 out of 23. Toronto secured 35 rebounds (11 offensive, 24 defensive) and recorded 8 blocks. They managed 22 assists and secured 7 steals. On the defensive end, Detroit allowed the Raptors to shoot 42.7% from the field, giving up 32 out of 75 shots. The Pistons distributed 24 assists and forced 17 turnovers, alongside 10 steals. Detroit dominated the boards with a total of 47 rebounds, including 17 offensively. At the free throw line, they converted 17 of 25 attempts, resulting in a shooting percentage of 68.0%. Overall, Detroit wrapped up the contest with a field goal percentage of 46.1%, making 41 out of 89 shots and sinking 14 of 34 three-pointers.
Cade Cunningham delivered an outstanding performance, shooting 64.3% from the field and contributing 9 assists. He logged 30 minutes on the court, grabbed 7 rebounds, and scored 28 points on 9 of 14 shooting.
Entering this matchup, the Pistons hold a stellar record of 40-13. They average 117.2 points per game (10th in the league) with a field goal percentage of 48.0%. Their three-point shooting stands at 34.9% (588 out of 1,685) and they sit at 75.5% from the free throw line. As a collective, Detroit averages 45.6 rebounds per game and has compiled 1,412 assists this season, ranking 16th in the league for pass efficiency. They average 15.3 turnovers and commit 22.4 fouls each game.
Defensively, the Pistons force an average of 17.4 turnovers per game while also drawing 21.9 fouls. They limit opponents to 34.7% shooting beyond the arc and rank 3rd in the NBA for points allowed per game (109.3). Opposing teams shoot 44.1% against them (1,974 out of 4,478) and they average 41.2 rebounds allowed per game, with the Pistons leading the league in assists surrendered, totaling 1,215 this season.
In their most recent outing, the Knicks triumphed over the 76ers, winning decisively 138-89. New York collected 39 defensive rebounds alongside 12 offensive boards, amassing a total of 51 rebounds. They turned the ball over 15 times while achieving 13 steals. The 76ers committed 18 personal fouls, allowing the Knicks 27 free throw attempts, of which they successfully converted 22 (81.5%). From three-point territory, New York made 20 out of 44 attempts (45.5%). Overall, the Knicks shot 52.7%, hitting 48 of 91 from the floor. Defensively, they allowed the 76ers to shoot 33 of 88 for a 37.5% success rate and limited them to 18.8% from distance, making just 6 of 32 attempts. Philadelphia managed to sink 17 out of 21 free throws (81.0%) while grabbing a total of 38 rebounds, 12 of them offensive.
Jose Alvarado stood out for the Knicks, shooting 61.5% by hitting 8 of 13 attempts and contributing 3 rebounds. He netted 26 points in just 19 minutes of play and provided 4 assists.
New York boasts a record of 35-20 this season. They have an offensive field goal percentage of 47.2% (ranked 12th in the league), while scoring 6,491 points overall for an average of 118.0 per game. The Knicks average 46.3 rebounds and dish out 27.2 assists per game (ranked 10th in the NBA). Their turnover average is 13.6, and they commit 20.4 fouls per game, shooting 79.0% from the charity stripe.
Defensively, the Knicks rank 6th in the league for points allowed, conceding 111.9 per game. They force an average of 14.1 turnovers and allow opponents to shoot 45.9% from the field (ranked 7th). Opponents shoot 35.7% from three-point range (759 of 2,128) and convert 77.7% from the free throw line. New York gives up an average of 24.6 assists and 41.6 rebounds per game, ranking 3rd and 5th, respectively, in the league.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NBA showdown against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Detroit
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