NBA · Final

Pistons Dominate Knicks at Madison Square Garden

126

111

Thursday, February 19, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Madison Square Garden

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Quick answers

Who won Detroit Pistons vs New York Knicks?

Detroit Pistons beat New York Knicks 126-111 at Madison Square Garden on February 19, 2026.

Who was favored in Detroit Pistons vs New York Knicks?

New York Knicks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -162 (about 62% implied). The underdog won.

The Detroit Pistons continued their strong performance against the New York Knicks, securing a decisive victory with a final score of 126-111 at Madison Square Garden. This win marks the Pistons' fourth consecutive victory and extends their dominance over the Knicks in their recent matchups, having won all three meetings this season.

Entering the game, the Pistons boasted an impressive away record of 41-13, while the Knicks held a home record of 35-21. The Pistons have been in excellent form, winning eight of their last ten games, with an average of 118.7 points scored and 106.4 points allowed. Their recent success included a convincing 113-95 win against the Toronto Raptors just days before facing the Knicks. In contrast, the Knicks had an 8-2 record in their last ten games, averaging 119.0 points scored and 103.7 points allowed, but they had suffered a loss to the Pistons earlier in February, where they were defeated 80-118.

Historically, this matchup has favored the Pistons, who have won all three encounters this season and five of the last six overall. The Knicks, despite a strong home record, struggled against the Pistons, as evidenced by their previous meetings, including a close game on January 14, 2025, where they lost 119-124 at home.

In terms of injuries, the Knicks had two players listed as day-to-day: Mohamed Diawara, dealing with a finger issue, and Jalen Brunson, who had a wrist concern. Their statuses could have impacted the Knicks' performance, particularly Brunson's, as he is a key player in their lineup.

The betting odds from DraftKings indicated the Knicks as 3.5-point favorites, with a total set at 218.5 points. The market reflected a belief in a competitive game, but the Pistons' recent form and their previous victories against the Knicks suggested otherwise.

The game conditions were typical for a mid-season NBA matchup at Madison Square Garden, where the atmosphere often favors the home team. However, the Pistons quickly established their dominance, leading from the outset and maintaining control throughout the game.

Key moments in the game included a series of scoring plays in the fourth quarter, where Daniss Jenkins made a driving layup to extend the Pistons' lead to 120-103. OG Anunoby followed with a three-pointer, further pushing the Pistons ahead. Despite a late push from the Knicks, including a running pullup jump shot from Jalen Brunson, the Pistons' lead proved insurmountable.

As the game concluded, the Pistons showcased their offensive prowess and defensive resilience, allowing them to continue their winning streak and solidify their position in the league. The Knicks, on the other hand, will need to regroup and address their struggles against the Pistons as they move forward in the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	NY -3.5	218.5 o -112 / u -108	Detroit Pistons +136 · New York Knicks -162

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Injury report

Mohamed DiawaraDay-To-DayFingerNew York Knicks
Jalen BrunsonDay-To-DayWristNew York Knicks

Leaders

PointsJalen Brunson33New York Knicks
AssistsJalen Brunson8New York Knicks
ReboundsKarl-Anthony Towns11New York Knicks
PointsCade Cunningham42Detroit Pistons
AssistsCade Cunningham13Detroit Pistons
ReboundsTobias Harris10Detroit Pistons

Recent form

New York Knicks

Last 10: 8-2Streak W1119 scored · 103.7 allowed per game4-1 at home

W138-89at Philadelphia 76ersFeb 12
L134-137vs Indiana PacersFeb 11
W111-89at Boston CelticsFeb 8
L80-118at Detroit PistonsFeb 7
W134-127vs Denver NuggetsFeb 5
W132-101at Washington WizardsFeb 4
W112-100vs Los Angeles LakersFeb 2
W127-97vs Portland Trail BlazersJan 31
W119-92at Toronto RaptorsJan 29
W103-87vs Sacramento KingsJan 28

Detroit Pistons

Last 10: 8-2Streak W3118.7 scored · 106.4 allowed per game4-1 away

W113-95at Toronto RaptorsFeb 12
W110-104at Charlotte HornetsFeb 10
W118-80vs New York KnicksFeb 7
L117-126vs Washington WizardsFeb 6
W124-121vs Denver NuggetsFeb 4
W130-77vs Brooklyn NetsFeb 1
W131-124at Golden State WarriorsJan 31
L96-114at Phoenix SunsJan 30
W109-107at Denver NuggetsJan 28
W139-116vs Sacramento KingsJan 25

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Detroit	-	22	W3	.732	60
Cleveland	8	30	W1	.634	52
Milwaukee	28	50	L1	.390	32
Chicago	29	51	L2	.378	31
Indiana	41	63	L2	.232	19
Boston	-	26	W2	.683	56
New York	3	29	L1	.646	53
Toronto	10	36	W1	.561	46
Philadelphia	11	37	W2	.549	45
Brooklyn	36	62	L3	.244	20

Box score

Stat	Detroit Pistons	New York Knicks
Field goals	48-93	41-87
Field goal %	52	47
Three-pointers	13-30	8-35
Three-point %	43	23
Free throws	17-20	21-28
Free throw %	85	75
Rebounds	44	38
Offensive rebounds	11	11
Defensive rebounds	33	27
Assists	30	24
Steals	9	9
Blocks	8	7
Turnovers	14	12
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	12	10
Fast-break points	18	16
Points in the paint	58	56
Fouls	20	22
Largest lead	19	7
Lead changes	1	1
Time in front	86	14

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter88-75Ronald Holland II makes two point shot (Cade Cunningham assists)
3rd Quarter88-77Mikal Bridges makes 12-foot fade away jump shot (Jose Alvarado assists)
3rd Quarter90-77Caris LeVert makes two point shot (Ronald Holland II assists)
3rd Quarter90-78Jalen Brunson makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter90-79Jalen Brunson makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter91-79Javonte Green makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter91-81Karl-Anthony Towns makes 1-foot two point shot (Jose Alvarado assists)
4th Quarter93-81Paul Reed makes layup (Daniss Jenkins assists)
4th Quarter94-81Paul Reed makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter97-81Caris LeVert makes 26-foot three point jumper (Paul Reed assists)
4th Quarter97-83Josh Hart makes driving layup (Jose Alvarado assists)
4th Quarter99-83Paul Reed makes 1-foot reverse layup (Caris LeVert assists)
4th Quarter99-85Jeremy Sochan makes 1-foot dunk
4th Quarter102-85Caris LeVert makes 23-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter104-85Daniss Jenkins makes tip shot
4th Quarter104-88Landry Shamet makes 26-foot three pointer (Jalen Brunson assists)
4th Quarter106-88Javonte Green makes 1-foot running dunk (Cade Cunningham assists)
4th Quarter107-88Javonte Green makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter107-90Jalen Brunson makes 4-foot two point shot
4th Quarter107-91Josh Hart makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter109-91Cade Cunningham makes 3-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter109-93Jalen Brunson makes 2-foot two point shot
4th Quarter109-95Jalen Brunson makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
4th Quarter109-97Landry Shamet makes running layup (Jeremy Sochan assists)
4th Quarter112-97Cade Cunningham makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter114-97Daniss Jenkins makes dunk (Cade Cunningham assists)
4th Quarter115-97Daniss Jenkins makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter116-97Daniss Jenkins makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter116-100Landry Shamet makes 24-foot three pointer (Karl-Anthony Towns assists)
4th Quarter118-100Cade Cunningham makes two point shot
4th Quarter118-102Karl-Anthony Towns makes driving layup (Jalen Brunson assists)
4th Quarter118-103Karl-Anthony Towns makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter120-103Daniss Jenkins makes driving layup
4th Quarter120-106OG Anunoby makes 25-foot three point jumper (Karl-Anthony Towns assists)
4th Quarter120-109Jalen Brunson makes 26-foot running pullup jump shot
4th Quarter122-109Paul Reed makes 1-foot layup (Cade Cunningham assists)
4th Quarter122-111Karl-Anthony Towns makes two point shot
4th Quarter123-111Paul Reed makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter124-111Paul Reed makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter126-111Ausar Thompson makes running layup (Cade Cunningham assists)