Brunson limps, Towns clutches, and Hart’s defense sparks controversy as New York takes a 3–1 series lead
April 27, 2025 – In a game that felt more like a rollercoaster than a basketball match, the New York Knicks edged out the Detroit Pistons 94–93, taking a commanding 3–1 lead in their playoff series.
Jalen Brunson, despite nursing an ankle injury, poured in 32 points, including 15 in the fourth quarter. His resilience was on full display as he returned from a third-quarter scare to lead the Knicks’ comeback.
Karl-Anthony Towns added 27 points, with a crucial three-pointer in the final minute that gave New York the lead for good. Josh Hart contributed a double-double and was at the center of a controversial no-call on the game’s final play.
Detroit’s Cade Cunningham recorded a triple-double with 25 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win. The Pistons now face elimination as the series shifts back to Madison Square Garden.
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