Knicks vs. Pistons Game 2 live updates: NBA playoffs 2025 scores, news and highlights
Game 2 is here.
The Knicks will face the Pistons on Monday at 7:30 p.m. ET from Madison Square Garden. The Knicks took Game 1 by a score of 123-112 to take a 1-0 series advantage, using a 21-0 fourth quarter run to pull away for the victory.
Jalen Brunson played a crucial role in Game 1 with 34 points and will look to keep the momentum going in this evening's tilt. The Piston's offense was led by veteran Tobias Harris, who had 25 points.
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