Detroit Pistons: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

JB Bickerstaff Again Has Work To Do After Pistons Drop Slugfest To Knicks

DETROIT — That wasn’t just a playoff game. That was a street fight in a suit and tie. The Pistons scrapped, clawed, shoved, and stared down the Knicks for 48 full minutes in Game 3 — and for 47:59, it felt like they were right there.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

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

At the end of the Knicks' 118-116 Game 3 win, Jalen Brunson intentionally missed a free throw with 0.5 seconds left to prevent the Pistons from getting a scoring chance. The timekeeper made sure they got one anyway.

Jalen Brunson puts clutch factor on display in Knicks' Game 3 win

Brunson under fire for eye poke

Watch: Paul Reed, Mitchell Robinson get into shoving match

Grizzlies' Ja Morant exits Game 3 vs. Thunder with hip injury

NBA News / Detroit Pistons on SI / April 24

NBA Official Explains Controversial Decision in Pistons-Knicks Game 3

As the Detroit Pistons looked to avoid a Game 3 loss on their home court on Thursday night, they were reaching the intentional fouling stage of the game.

NBA News / Detroit Bad Boys / April 24

Detroit loses Game 3 to New York’s Big Four

It came down to the final possession, but Detroit couldn’t pull out the victory - and New York now leads the series 2-1. That was a playoff basketball game.

Kawhi Leonard News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 30-point games in NBA playoff history' quiz

How many of the NBA players with at least 30 games with 30 points in the postseason can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

The 'NBA postseason assist leaders' quiz

The 'Multiple NBA scoring titles' quiz

Dwane Casey News / Detroit Pistons on SI / April 24

14-Year NBA Head Coach Reacts to Detroit Pistons’ Situation

After spending time with the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Toronto Raptors as the head coach, Dwane Casey took over for the Detroit Pistons in 2018-2019.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 24

Jalen Brunson under fire for eye poke on Pistons player

Jalen Brunson pulled a Rowdy Roddy Piper during his team’s playoff game on Thursday.

Knicks' Jalen Brunson beats out Nikola Jokic, Stephen Curry for major NBA award

Watch: Pistons' Paul Reed, Knicks' Mitchell Robinson get into shoving match

NBA stars from the Jordan era you may have forgotten

The '2024 NBA All-Stars' quiz

NBA News / Detroit Pistons on SI / April 24

Techs Fly in Chippy First Quarter of Pistons vs Knicks Game 3

On Thursday night, the Detroit Pistons were playing host in the NBA Playoffs for the first time since 2019. As expected, the energy in the building at Little Caesars Arena was electric as Detroit has waited years to have playoff basketball back in Michigan.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / April 24

Steve Nash breaks down why Dennis Schroder did not fit Warriors and has thrived on the Pistons, ‘a little polarizing…’

Whatever happens from here, 2024-25 will go down as a memorable one for Dennis Schroder. Dennis Schroder began the season on the Brooklyn Nets, earning a trade to the Golden State Warriors in mid-December.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 24

Watch: Pistons' Reed, Knicks' Robinson get into shoving match

Watch: Pistons' Paul Reed, Knicks' Mitchell Robinson get into shoving match

Paul Reed and Mitchell Robinson got into a shoving match during Game 3 of the Eastern Conference first-round playoff series between the New York Knicks and Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit on Thursday night.

Knicks need star performance from Karl-Anthony Towns in Game 3 vs. Pistons

Pistons veteran gives Knicks bulletin board material ahead of Game 3

Knicks' Jalen Brunson wins Clutch Player of the Year

NBA stars from the Jordan era you may have forgotten

The 'Detroit Pistons & the Bad Boy era' quiz

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / April 24

Former Pistons Coach Assesses First Two Games vs Knicks

Prior to the 2025 NBA Playoffs, the Detroit Pistons haven’t been to the postseason since Dwane Casey was running the team. For the first time since 2019, the Pistons are in a first-round series against the New York Knicks under first-year head coach JB Bickerstaff.

NBA News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / April 24

Detroit Pistons vs. New York Knicks DFS Start Em’ Sit Em | April 24th, 2025

One of the tightest series in the NBA right now is that between the Detroit Pistons and the New York Knicks. Each team with a game apiece, and both teams are fighting tooth and nail to end the fourth quarter with a lead.

Malik Beasley News / Detroit Pistons on SI / April 24

Former Detroit Pistons Forward Echoes Malik Beasley's Bold Take

Following a pair of competitive matchups in New York, the Detroit Pistons are heading home to continue their first-round series with the Knicks. Before the action gets underway Thursday night, one former player is expecting an energetic atmosphere.

Cade Cunningham News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 24

Analyst says Cade Cunningham is Pistons-Knicks series ‘best player’

The Detroit Pistons are back at home with the series tied 1-1 against the New York Knicks, and some think they have a good chance of upsetting them. Game 2 showed that the Pistons have a fighting chance, and Cade Cunningham was the star in that one, finishing with 33 points.

Isaiah Stewart News / Detroit Pistons on SI / April 24

Detroit Pistons Will Miss Key Veteran for Game 3 vs Knicks

The Detroit Pistons are going to have to hit the court without a key player once again on Thursday night for Game 3. According to the official NBA injury report, the Pistons have ruled out Isaiah Stewart due to knee inflammation.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 24

Pistons Make Major Announcement on Key Player Before Game 3 vs. Knicks

Game 3 between the Detroit Pistons and New York Knicks on Thursday is just a little over an hour away from tipping off. Of course, Thursday’s matchup is a massive one for both teams with the series tied up at a game apiece as one team looks to gain control of the series.

NBA News / Detroit Pistons on SI / April 24

Knicks Star Gives Blunt Response on Refs Ahead of Game 3 vs Pistons

Through the first two games, officiating has been a major topic of the Detroit Pistons' series with the New York Knicks. Ahead of a crucial Game 3 matchup, one key player opened up on a change of approach when it comes to the refs.

Detroit Pistons News / The Lead / April 24

How Did the Pistons Snap Their 17-Year Playoff Drought?

The Detroit Pistons made history on Monday night— and this time, for all the right reasons. With a gritty 100-94 victory over the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden, the Pistons secured their first playoff win since 2008, ending a brutal 15-game postseason losing streak that spanned 17 years.

Detroit Pistons News / Athlon Sports / April 24

Carmelo Anthony Has Suggestion, Offer For Cade Cunningham

The Detroit Pistons are one of the better stories in basketball this season. After finishing in last place in the Eastern Conference a season ago, the Pistons completely turned things around this season.

Tobias Harris News / Larry Brown Sports / April 24

Pistons veteran gives Knicks bulletin board material ahead of Game 3

Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris provided the New York Knicks with some bulletin board material ahead of Thursday’s pivotal Game 3. Harris seemed to question the Knicks’ toughness during a media session Thursday morning.

Detroit Pistons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 24

Pistons’ Tobias Harris earns ‘safety blanket’ label from JB Bickerstaff

The Detroit Pistons recently tied their first round playoff series with the New York Knicks at a game apiece with a narrow Game 2 win on the road. The

Cade Cunningham News / Detroit Pistons on SI / April 24

Cade Cunningham Joins Pistons Legend in Exclusive Stat Group

Following their late-game collapse in Game 1 Saturday night, the Detroit Pistons found themselves with their backs against the wall in Game 2. Thanks to the stellar play of a familiar hero, they managed to take back control of the momentum in this series.

Cade Cunningham News / Yardbarker / April 22