The Basketball Power Index (BPI) is a measure of team strength that is meant to be the best predictor of performance going forward. BPI represents how many points above or below average a team is.

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The New York Knicks are the third seed in the Eastern Conference. They are 1-2 SU this season against the Detroit Pistons, with the 'Stones winning both matchups at MSG. Detroit is trying to ...