Knicks Face Pistons After Brunson's 42-Point Game

New York looks to build on Jalen Brunson's big night as they take on Eastern Conference-leading Detroit.

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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The New York Knicks will travel to Detroit to face the Pistons after Jalen Brunson scored 42 points in the Knicks' 134-127 overtime victory over the Denver Nuggets. The Pistons currently lead the Eastern Conference with a 37-13 record.

Why it matters

This matchup features two of the top teams in the Eastern Conference, with the Pistons looking to maintain their lead and the Knicks hoping to gain ground in the standings with a win over the conference leaders.

The details

Brunson's 42-point performance was a career-high for the Knicks point guard, who has been a key contributor to the team's success this season. The Pistons, led by their deep and talented roster, will look to slow down Brunson and the Knicks' offense as they aim to protect their position atop the Eastern Conference.

  • The game will take place on Friday, February 6, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. EST.

The players

Jalen Brunson

The Knicks' starting point guard, who scored a career-high 42 points in the team's previous game.

Detroit Pistons

The Eastern Conference-leading team, with a 37-13 record, that will host the Knicks.

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What they’re saying

“Jalen was in a zone tonight. When he's playing like that, it's tough to stop him.”

— Tom Thibodeau, Knicks Head Coach (washingtonpost.com)

What’s next

The Knicks will look to build on Brunson's performance and try to hand the Pistons their 14th loss of the season, while Detroit will aim to maintain their lead atop the Eastern Conference standings.

The takeaway

This matchup between two of the top teams in the East should be an exciting and high-stakes affair, with the Knicks looking to prove they can compete with the conference's elite, and the Pistons hoping to solidify their position as the team to beat in the East.