Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 3
Detroit PistonsPistons
108
away
New York KnicksKnicks
112
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 26 | 21 | 30 | 31 | 108 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 26 | 26 | 25 | 35 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Knicks survived the Pistons 112-108. The Knicks got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Knicks couldn't shake the cold spell; the Knicks bent the defense out of shape from deep. Early returns: the Knicks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.