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Pistons End Playoff Drought with Game 2 Win Over Knicks

Detroit ties the series 1-1 after snapping a 15-game postseason losing streak with a 100-94 victory at Madison Square Garden.

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Jalen Brunson and the Knicks are looking to go up 2-0 in their first-round series against the Detroit Pistons on Monday night.
Cade Cunningham #2 of the Detroit Pistons drives to the basket against Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks during the fourth quarter in Game One of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on April 19, 2025 in New York City.

Overview

  • Cade Cunningham led Detroit with 33 points and 12 rebounds, dominating on both ends in his second career playoff game.
  • Dennis Schroder hit a decisive three-pointer with 55 seconds left, securing the Pistons' first playoff win since 2008.
  • Detroit out-rebounded New York 53-44, creating key second-chance opportunities and controlling the paint throughout the game.
  • Jalen Brunson scored 37 points for the Knicks but lacked sufficient offensive support, with Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby limited to 10 points each.
  • The series shifts to Detroit for Game 3 on Thursday, with the Pistons holding momentum after overcoming New York's late rally.