Knicks Edge Pistons in Heated Game 3

The New York Knicks narrowly defeated the Detroit Pistons 118-116 in Game 3 of their first-round NBA playoff series, reclaiming a 2-1 lead in Detroit's first home playoff game in six years. Karl-Anthony Towns led the Knicks with 31 points, while Jalen Brunson, recently named the NBA’s Clutch Player of the Year, added 30, including 12 crucial points in the fourth quarter. OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges each contributed over 20 points, giving the Knicks balanced scoring. Detroit was led by Cade Cunningham and Tim Hardaway Jr., who both scored 24 points, but the Pistons could not overcome New York's late-game execution. The game was marked by a physical and emotional atmosphere, featuring multiple technical and flagrant fouls, and ended with Detroit failing to convert a final inbounds play with 0.5 seconds remaining. Game 4 is scheduled for Sunday in Detroit.