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New York Knicks vs Detroit Pistons (Image via Getty)
The New York Knicks visit Little Caesars Arena on Friday with a chance to strengthen their position near the top of the Eastern Conference. They arrive with several injuries that could affect rotations and minutes against a Detroit team that has been steady for most of the season.The Pistons hold the conference’s best record at 37-13 and have been consistent on both ends of the floor. Their injury list is shorter, but a few decisions before tipoff could still influence the matchup. With the All-Star break approaching, both teams are focused on seeding and maintaining form.
New York Knicks injury report vs Detroit Pistons (February 6, 2026)
| Player | Status | Injury/Reason | Expected Impact |
| Miles McBride (PG) | Out | Left ankle injury; core-muscle management | Missed multiple games; reduces guard depth |
| Jose Alvarado (G) | Out | Not with team | Unavailable for rotation |
| Dillon Jones (G) | Out | G-League two-way assignment | Not active |
| Karl-Anthony Towns (C) | Doubtful | Right-eye laceration | Highly unlikely to play; major offensive absence |
| OG Anunoby (F) | Questionable | Right-toe soreness | Key defensive piece; status affects wing coverage |
| Josh Hart (G) | Probable | Left-ankle sprain | Likely to play; important for rebounding and playmaking |
Karl-Anthony Towns is unlikely to play, which would remove one of New York’s primary scoring options. Jalen Brunson is expected to handle a larger share of the offense if Towns sits.
OG Anunoby’s status matters on defense, especially against Detroit’s wings. Josh Hart is expected to play and should help with rebounding and ball movement.
Detroit Pistons injury report vs New York Knicks (February 6, 2026)
| Player | Status | Injury/Reason | Expected Impact |
| Dario Saric (F) | Out | Not injury related | Limits frontcourt depth |
| Tolu Smith (F) | Out | G-League two-way assignment | Not active |
| Jalen Duren (C) | Questionable | Right-knee soreness | Rim protection and rebounding at stake |
| Tobias Harris (PF) | Probable | Left-hip soreness | Expected to play |
| Duncan Robinson (G/F) | Probable | Left-quadriceps contusion | Provides floor spacing |
Jalen Duren’s availability is the main concern for Detroit. His presence helps protect the rim and control rebounds. Tobias Harris and Duncan Robinson are both expected to play, giving Detroit stability in the rotation.
New York Knicks vs Detroit Pistons Head-to-head history
| Category | Record |
| All-time regular-season meetings | Knicks lead 222-180 (402 games) |
| Last three seasons (2023-24 to 2025-26) | Knicks lead 8-5 |
| Notable trend | New York previously held a 16-game winning streak |
Recent meetings have often been close, with several games decided late.
New York Knicks vs Detroit Pistons Team stats and performance outlook
New York Knicks (33-18 - 1st Atlantic, 2nd East)
| Category | Stat |
| Points scored | 6,028 |
| Points allowed | 5,719 |
| Leading scorer | Jalen Brunson - 1,260 points (27.4 PPG) |
| Karl-Anthony Towns | 19.9 PPG, 11.9 RPG |
| Mitchell Robinson | 9.1 RPG plus multiple blocks |
| Steals leader | Mikal Bridges - 76 |
New York has maintained a positive scoring margin this season. Brunson leads the offense, while Mitchell Robinson provides interior defense. Mikal Bridges has been active on the perimeter. If Towns does not play and Anunoby is limited, New York will rely more on guard play and defensive discipline.
Detroit Pistons (37-13 - 1st Central, 1st East)
| Category | Stat |
| Points per game | 117.5 (7th in NBA) |
| Field goal percentage | 48.0% |
| Three-point percentage | 35.0% |
| Points allowed | 109.9 (4th in NBA) |
| Rebounding margin | +4.2 |
| Block differential | +5.7 |
Detroit scores efficiently and defends at a high level. The team rebounds well and protects the paint. If Duren plays, that interior defense becomes stronger.
What this game means entering the All-Star stretch
A win for Detroit would help maintain its lead in the conference. For New York, a road win against the top seed would reduce the gap and show it can compete despite injuries.The Knicks are likely to depend on Brunson, Hart, Bridges, and Robinson, along with whoever fills Towns’ minutes. Detroit will try to use its defense and rebounding to control the pace. Player availability shortly before the game may ultimately shape how this matchup unfolds.
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