NBA Playoffs: Knicks Beat Pistons in Game 4 After Controversial No-Call
The New York Knicks secured a narrow one-point victory over the Detroit Pistons, advancing to a 3-1 lead in their opening-round playoff series. The game, held at Little Caesars Arena, concluded with a contentious no-call in the final seconds, sparking outrage from Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff.
With 11.1 seconds remaining and the Pistons trailing by a point, Cade Cunningham’s shot missed, leading to a scramble for the ball. Tim Hardaway Jr. received the pass in the corner and attempted a buzzer-beater, but was fouled by Josh Hart. Despite significant contact, no foul was called, allowing the Knicks to win 94-93.
Post-game, the officials admitted their error. Crew chief David Guthrie stated, “After postgame review, we observed that Hart makes body contact that is more than marginal to Hardaway Jr. and a foul should have been called.” Hart acknowledged the contact but questioned its legality.
Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 32 points and 11 assists, while Karl-Anthony Towns added 27 points and nine rebounds. Despite the win, the Pistons outrebounded the Knicks by 16 and outscored them in the paint by 16 points. Cade Cunningham recorded a triple-double with 25 points, 10 assists, and 10 rebounds for Detroit.
The Knicks have the opportunity to close out the series in Game 5 at Madison Square Garden.
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