Pistons Trail Knicks 2-1 After Close Game 3

The Detroit Pistons ended a 15-game playoff losing streak but now trail the New York Knicks 2-1 in their first-round series after a narrow 118-116 loss in Game 3. Coach J.B. Bickerstaff and the team remain optimistic, focusing on resilience and learning from their close defeat as they prepare for a must-win Game 4. The atmosphere at Little Caesars Arena reflected Detroit's renewed playoff excitement, with former Piston Ben Wallace commending the team's hard play and emerging identity. Management’s choice to keep the core roster intact has fostered strong team chemistry. In Game 3, the Pistons’ bench outperformed the Knicks' reserves, but New York’s Jalen Brunson made decisive plays late. Detroit’s togetherness and grit remain central to their postseason hopes for a comeback.