Overview

• The New York Knicks defeated the Detroit Pistons 123-112 in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series after a 21-0 fourth-quarter run.
• Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 34 points, including 12 in the final quarter, despite dealing with an ankle tweak during the game.
• Key contributions came from Karl-Anthony Towns, who posted 23 points and 11 rebounds, and OG Anunoby, who added 23 points and strong defense on Cade Cunningham.
• The Pistons, playing in their first playoff game since 2019, led 98-90 early in the fourth quarter but committed eight turnovers in the final period, extending their postseason losing streak to 15 games.
• Game 2 of the series is scheduled for Monday night at Madison Square Garden, with the Knicks leading the best-of-seven series 1-0.