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Knicks and Pistons Set for Playoff Clash to Open 2025 NBA First Round

The Knicks, bolstered by offseason acquisitions, face a resurgent Pistons team aiming to break their postseason losing streak in Game 1 at Madison Square Garden.

Pistons center Isaiah Stewart battles for position with the Knicks during the second half at Little Caesars Arena on April 10, 2025.
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DETROIT, MICHIGAN - APRIL 10: Malik Beasley #5 of the Detroit Pistons looks on during the fourth quarter of a game against the New York Knicks at Little Caesars Arena on April 10, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.
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Overview

  • Game 1 of the Knicks-Pistons first-round playoff series tips off on April 19 at Madison Square Garden, with the Knicks entering as heavy favorites.
  • The Pistons, led by All-Star Cade Cunningham, achieved a historic 30-win improvement this season under coach J.B. Bickerstaff.
  • Detroit aims to end its 14-game postseason losing streak, the longest in NBA history, dating back to 2008.
  • Mikal Bridges is expected to play a key role for the Knicks, tasked with defending Cunningham while contributing offensively to ease Jalen Brunson's scoring load.
  • Experts predict a competitive series, with the Knicks' depth and experience contrasting against the Pistons' youth and physicality.