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Pistons Notes: Robinson, Collins, Reed, Thompson, Joe

Duncan Robinson’s $16 million salary becomes fully guaranteed on Jan. 10, but his spot on the Pistons is secure as he leads the team with 19.7 points per game in a 3‑0 start. Coach J.B. Bickerstaff praises Robinson’s shot creation and how defenses must collapse on him, opening opportunities for teammates, while Cade Cunningham calls him “the top in the world at it.” Off‑season signing power forward John Collins adds 15 points and 7.7 rebounds, showing versatile, 40% 3‑point shooting. With Jalen Duren sidelined, Paul Reed steps up with 11 points, 8.3 rebounds and a fully guaranteed $5.6 million salary in January. Ausar Thompson returns after missing the Philadelphia win, and Isaiah Joe sits out with a hip contusion.

Knicks vs Pistons: Where to Watch, Injury Report, and Everything You Need to Know

The defending champion New York Knicks are still looking for their first win. They host a Detroit Pistons team that’s 3-0 on Tuesday at Madison Square Garden, and they’ll do it without the Pistons’ All-Star center. New York is 0-3 after blowing a 10-point fourth-quarter lead to Orlando Magic on Sunday, while Detroit has already […] The post Knicks vs Pistons: Where to Watch, Injury Report, and Everything You Need to Know appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Game Discussion Thread: Knicks vs. Pistons, October 27, 2026

The Knicks host the 3‑0 Pistons on Oct. 27 at Madison Square Garden, sparking a lively game‑day thread. New York, reeling from Mitchell Robinson’s injury, has been shooting poorly and hopes a hot three‑point night can lift their O‑rating from the bottom of the league. Detroit, the East’s last undefeated squad, is missing Ausar Thompson and Jalen Duren due to injuries, leaving the Pistons vulnerable. Tip‑off is set for 8 p.m. EST on NBC, and fans are urged to keep the discussion clean and stream‑free.

How to watch Pistons vs Knicks: NBA, live stream, TV channel

The Detroit Pistons (3-0) face the winless New York Knicks (0-3) Tuesday, Oct. 27, at 8 p.m. ET in Madison Square Garden. Catch the game on MSG or NBCSN Extra 2, or stream it via Fubo (free trial available). Detroit comes off a 106‑93 win over Philadelphia, with Cade Cunningham posting 26 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists. New York looks to bounce back after a 111‑102 loss to Orlando, where Jalen Brunson scored 28. The matchup offers a chance for the Knicks to earn their first victory of the season.

Retired NBA champion not worried about Knicks’ dreadful 0-3 start

The New York Knicks have stumbled out of the gates so far in the 2026-27 NBA season, currently sitting at 0-3 ahead of Tuesday night’s game against the Detroit Pistons. The tough start comes on the heels of the Knicks’ 2026 NBA championship run, and their hopes of becoming the first team to repeat in […] The post Retired NBA champion not worried about Knicks’ dreadful 0-3 start appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Punishment Awaits Malik Beasley as Ex-NBA Star Makes Final Decision on Gambling Charges

Just a year and a half ago, Malik Beasley, while playing for the Detroit Pistons, finished second in the Sixth Man of the Year race and was closing in on a $42 million contract. Now, he is headed to federal court to plead guilty. Beasley has agreed to plead guilty to federal charges stemming from […] The post Punishment Awaits Malik Beasley as Ex-NBA Star Makes Final Decision on Gambling Charges appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Former NBA star Malik Beasley set to enter guilty plea with league for betting scandal

Former NBA guard Malik Beasley, a former Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves player, has agreed to plead guilty to federal charges tied to a sports‑betting and bribery scheme. Indicted in June 2026 alongside ex‑player Ed Davis, Beasley will enter his plea on Dec. 9, 2026 in Brooklyn. Prosecutors allege he deliberately underperformed in four games (Cavaliers, Hornets, Clippers, Nets) during the 2023‑24 season to affect proposition bets, with Davis reportedly loaning him money for the plot. The scandal ended Beasley’s NBA run; Detroit withdrew a $42 million contract after learning of the investigation. The case also involves four other defendants.

Jalen Brunson faces a different Knicks test against Detroit

With the Knicks sitting 0-3, point guard Jalen Brunson says his top priority is organizing the offense before Detroit heads to Madison Square Garden on Tuesday. After posting 28 points against Orlando and 19 versus Boston, Brunson emphasizes clean screens and early decisions rather than forcing every shot. He stresses trusting teammates—Karl‑Anthony Towns has contributed 22 points in each of the last two games—as Detroit, now 3-0, will likely focus its defense on him. Injuries add intrigue: Jose Alvarado is out for New York and Pistons’ center Jalen Duren is sidelined. The upcoming clash tests Brunson’s leadership and the Knicks’ ability to tighten up their offensive flow.

76ers make roster request due to injury that forced LeBron James into center role

LeBron James can literally do it all on the basketball court, and that was evidenced by the fact that he ended up being the Philadelphia 76ers’ starting center against the Detroit Pistons in the absence of Joel Embiid, who was rested. Embiid, just like the 76ers, has started the season strongly but Philadelphia are dealing […] The post 76ers make roster request due to injury that forced LeBron James into center role appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Ben Stiller boldly declares Knicks’ 1st win after 0-3 start

While the defending champion New York Knicks are 0-3, one of the team’s biggest celebrity fans, Ben Stiller, sees them getting their first win soon. Really soon, in fact. Stiller took to X, formerly Twitter, hours before the Knicks play the Detroit Pistons, and he sees his team winning this one. “Knicks fans[,] we get […] The post Ben Stiller boldly declares Knicks’ 1st win after 0-3 start appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Pistons vs. Knicks injury report: Ausar Thompson, Isaiah Joe listed with Jalen Duren already out

Defending NBA champions the New York Knicks will enter their fourth game of the season looking for their first win against the Detroit Pistons, who have begun the season 3-0, on Tuesday. And while Detroit has produced victories against the Boston Celtics, the Miami Heat and the Philadelphia 76ers, they enter this matchup with multiple […] The post Pistons vs. Knicks injury report: Ausar Thompson, Isaiah Joe listed with Jalen Duren already out appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Knicks have a frontcourt opening they cannot afford to waste

The Knicks’ upcoming home game against the Detroit Pistons tests their front‑court strategy, especially how much offense they can generate through Karl‑Anthony Towns. With Detroit’s starting center Jalen Duren listed out, New York has a chance to make Towns a focal point—whether posting inside, catching off the dribble, or setting screens. Towns has already delivered 22‑point outings against Boston and Orlando, grabbing 24 rebounds in two games, but his four assists and four turnovers highlight the need for clean decisions. The article urges the Knicks to use purposeful possessions to gauge Detroit’s defensive response and keep scoring options open beyond Towns.

Game Preview: Knicks vs Pistons, October 27, 2026

The Knicks head into Detroit on Oct. 27 facing a 0‑3 start and a gritty Pistons squad that, despite missing Jalen Duren, Ausar Thompson and sharpshooter Isaiah Joe, still boasts a physical defense anchored by Cade Cunningham, John Collins and a hot Duncan Robinson (53% from three). New York will likely counter Cunningham with OG Anunoby, but the Pistons’ relentless pick‑and‑roll and bench production—especially from Daniss Jenkins (18 points vs. Philly)—make this a tougher test than the odds suggest. Expect a hard‑fought, low‑scoring battle that could expose the Knicks’ offensive woes.

Philon the blank: Sixers rookie fills unexpected role and makes his mark

Rookie Labaron Philon, Jr. steps into the Sixers' lineup on Oct. 25 against the Detroit Pistons after a 15‑1 early deficit and missing Joel Embiid, VJ Edgecombe and Jabari Walker. The 22‑year‑old, the 22nd overall pick, logs 13 minutes, scores five points (including a three), grabs rebounds and dishes an assist, posting a +9 on the floor in a 106‑93 loss. Coach Nick Nurse praises his defense, energy and poise, noting Philon forced a shot‑clock violation and contributed key ball‑handling. Philon says the experience fuels his readiness for a long season, while the Sixers hope his spark can offset injuries and fatigue throughout the year.