Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 3
Detroit PistonsPistons
129
away
New York KnicksKnicks
128
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 37 | 30 | 33 | 29 | 129 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 28 | 35 | 35 | 30 | 128 |
After Action Report
The Pistons survived the Knicks 129-128. The breakneck pace played right into Pistons' hands. Fresh off a statement win, the Pistons stayed locked in; the Pistons pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Pistons bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.