Knicks vs. Pistons prediction: Detroit to win, Jalen Brunson projected for big game in Friday's NBA matchup [2/6/2026]

NBA action continues on Friday at 7:30 PM ET as the New York Knicks take on the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena.

Based on updated simulation results and today’s injury reports, Dimers' advanced NBA model projects the Pistons as the most likely winner of the Knicks vs. Pistons game.

This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Pistons lineup will feature players like Cade Cunningham, Jalen Duren and Tobias Harris, while the Knicks will be led by Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges.

This article offers further insights into Friday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.

Knicks vs. Pistons prediction: Who will win and cover?

Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Friday's NBA matchup between the Knicks and Pistons 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model currently gives the Pistons a 66% chance of beating the Knicks. Our predicted final score has the Pistons winning 111-107.

According to our model, the Knicks (+5.5) have a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 219.5 points has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.

Knicks vs. Pistons odds

We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Knicks vs. Pistons picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

According to our best NBA bets for Friday, the top play to make on this game is Knicks +5.5 at the spread.

Knicks vs. Pistons player props

NBA prop bets are an exciting way to wager on the New York vs. Detroit matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Little Caesars Arena.

Jalen Brunson is expected to lead the Knicks with 29 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists, while Cade Cunningham is projected to have 25 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists for the Pistons.

Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.

Knicks prediction

Our model's projected player stats for the Knicks are:

Pistons prediction

Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Pistons:

Knicks vs. Pistons game-day updates and essential details

Friday's action between the Pistons and Knicks at Little Caesars Arena is scheduled to commence at 7:30 PM ET.

• Who: New York Knicks vs. Detroit Pistons
• Date: Friday, February 6, 2026
• Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
• Venue: Little Caesars Arena

Conclusion

We predict the Pistons, with a 66% win probability, will likely beat the Knicks on Friday, with Cade Cunningham projected for a game-high 52 fantasy points.

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