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Magic Johnson says Karl-Anthony Towns is doing something he’s ‘never seen’ before as Knicks take 3-1 lead vs Pistons

NBA Hall of Famer Magic Johnson has shared his thoughts on Karl-Anthony Towns’ performance in the New York Knicks’ win against the Detroit Pistons. Towns and All-Star teammate Jalen Brunson led the Knicks to an important victory in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference First Round series.

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Knicks Can't Get Comfortable For Game 5

The New York Knicks are up 3-1 in their best-of-seven series against the Detroit Pistons, which puts them in a pretty good position. Only 13 teams (4.5 percent) have ever overcome a 3-1 deficit in a seven-game series in NBA history, and no team since 2020 has accomplished the feat.

New York Knicks News / Last Word On Sports / April 28

Knick Champion, Dick ‘Fall Back, Baby’ Barnett Dies At 88

The basketball world mourns today as Knicks champion Dick Barnett dies at 88. A member of both New York Knicks championship teams, Barnett made history with his signature style and relentless spirit.

New York Knicks News / Athlon Sports / April 28

NBA Sends Heartfelt Message After Passing of Hall of Famer

The basketball world was in mourning on Sunday as the sport lost another icon. This is after news emerged that New York Knicks legend Dick Barnett had

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NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / April 28

Referee Admits Mistake in Knicks vs. Pistons Ending

The New York Knicks are leaving the Midwest with a pair of victories against the Detroit Pistons to go up 3-1 in their first-round series, but it isn't without a little bit of controversy.

NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / April 28

Stars Lead Knicks to Game 4 Win vs. Pistons

The New York Knicks needed a spark in the fourth quarter if they wanted to beat the Detroit Pistons in Game 4, and they got it from the least surprising source on the roster.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 27

Knicks’ late heroics inch them closer to ECF—and they’ll need more of it to win Game 5

The New York Knicks snuck out another victory in Detroit on Sunday, beating the Pistons 94-93. That put the Knicks up 3-1 in their first-round series. Karl-Anthony Towns was the team’s biggest hero on Sunday, and the Knicks received a gift from the referees in the form of a no-call on a 3-point shot attempt by Tim Hardaway Jr.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 27

Knicks Announce Tragic News After Pistons’ Game 4 Win

The New York Knicks defeated the Detroit Pistons 94-93 on Sunday to take a commanding 3-1 series lead in the first round of the NBA playoffs. After a back-and-forth battle all game long, things ended in controversy.

New York Knicks News / Field Level Media / April 27

Hall of Famer, Knicks legend Dick Barnett dies at 88

Basketball Hall of Famer Dick Barnett, who played guard in both of the New York Knicks' NBA championship seasons, has died, the team announced on Sunday.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 27

Knicks’ Tom Thibodeau gives deadpan response to Jalen Brunson going off after injury

New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau gave a deadpan response to Jalen Brunson’s epic return from injury against the Detroit Pistons. Game 4 of this first-round clash was not short of drama.

Josh Hart News / Last Word On Sports / April 27

Josh Hart Weighs in On Last-Second Foul Play

The New York Knicks and Detroit Pistons played another down-to-the-wire game. And again, the Knicks were victorious. This time, however, there was a bit of controversy on the last-second play.

New York Knicks News / The Spun / April 27

Legendary New York Knicks Star Died On Sunday

Dick Barnett, a Hall of Famer who won two NBA championships with the New York Knicks, died at age 88. The Knicks announced Barnett's passing on Sunday.

Karl-Anthony Towns News / Knicks X-Factor / April 27

Karl-Anthony Towns levels up, Knicks edge Pistons in Game 4

Sometimes, a feeling is all somebody needs. Whether it’s bitter rage, pure ecstasy, or a mixed bag that’s tough to define, an emotional outburst is what can sometimes get the job done for a collection of humans.

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 27

Officials acknowledge missed call at end of Knicks-Pistons game

An NBA referee crew chief acknowledged that a foul should have been called when Detroit's Tim Hardaway Jr. was bumped while shooting the ball with less than a second remaining in the New York Knicks' 94-93 victory over the host Pistons on Sunday afternoon.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / April 27

Pistons-Knicks Focuses On Refs After Game 4, But There’s More

The New York Knicks will head back home up 3-1 on the Detroit Pistons in their first round series, but they shouldn’t be. No single play is going to be the reason a team lost in a vacuum.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / April 27

Knicks Legend Dick Barnett Passes Away

The New York Knicks announced the passing of franchise legend Dick Barnett on Sunday afternoon at the age of 88. The cause of death was not disclosed. "We are terribly saddened to hear about the passing of Knicks legend Dr.

NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / April 27

Jalen Brunson Makes Feelings Clear About Cade Cunningham After Knicks-Pistons Game

On Sunday afternoon, the New York Knicks beat the Detroit Pistons (in Michigan) by a score of 94-93. They have now have a 3-1 lead in the series. Jalen Brunson finished with 32 points, five rebounds, 11 assists and one block while shooting 13/26 from the field and 4/7 from the three-point range in 39 minutes of playing time.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 27

NBA Referee Makes Statement After Pistons-Knicks Controversy

The Round 1 NBA Playoff series between the Detroit Pistons and New York Knicks has been one of pure entertainment. Well, depending on what side you're on.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 28

NBA addresses no-call that cost Pistons in Game 4

NBA addresses controversial no-call that cost Pistons in Game 4

The Detroit Pistons were on the wrong end of a controversial no-call in their loss to the New York Knicks on Sunday, and the NBA has made a major admission about the play.

Jalen Brunson fuels late rally as Knicks edge Pistons in Game 4

Watch: Brutal no-call dooms Pistons as Knicks take 3-1 series lead

Pistons provide medical update on Jaden Ivey

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Watch: Brutal no-call dooms Pistons as Knicks take 3-1 series lead

A controversial no-call marred the ending of Sunday's Knicks-Pistons playoff thriller, overshadowing an epic 94-93 Knicks comeback victory.

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Jalen Brunson News / Larry Brown Sports / April 27

Jalen Brunson appears to aggravate ankle injury

New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson suffered a concerning injury during Game 4 of his team’s opening-round playoff series against the Detroit Pistons on Sunday.

Josh Hart News / Empire Sports Media / April 27

Knicks’ Josh Hart says it’s ‘idiotic’ to make comparisons to last year’s team

The New York Knicks came into the season with much higher expectations than last season, and despite them having another strong season, many felt that they disappointed in several ways.

New York Knicks News / Fastbreak on SI / April 26

New York Knicks Player Dealing With Illness Ahead Of Pistons Game

On Sunday, the New York Knicks will face off against the Detroit Pistons (in Michigan) for Game 4 of their first-round series. Before the game, Mitchell Robinson was unable to practice (on Saturday) due to an illness.

New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / April 25

Knicks regain identity in Game 3 win over Pistons

The Knicks got away from their free-flowing offensive rhythm in Games 1 and 2 of their first-round playoff series against the Pistons. All that changed in Game 3.

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Timekeeper's error adds drama to end of Knicks-Pistons' Game 3

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / April 24

Knicks, Sixers to play preseason games in Abu Dhabi

The Knicks and Sixers will participate in the NBA’s Abu Dhabi Games 2025 this fall, the league announced today in a press release. New York and Philadelphia will play a pair of preseason contests at Etihad Arena on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, October 2 and Saturday, Oct.