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Bill Simmons cannot believe ESPN expert’s comments on Jalen Brunson legacy with New York Knicks

Bill Simmons has lashed out at an ESPN analyst’s comment on Jalen Brunson’s legacy after the New York Knicks’ win in Game 6 against the Detroit Pistons.

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Jalen Brunson News / Last Word On Sports / May 2

Why Jalen Brunson is the Greatest Modern-Day Knick

In Game 6 vs. the Pistons, Jalen Brunson hit the shot heard ’round the world, stunning a raucous Detroit crowd. He sent home the upstart Pistons with a near buzzer-beating pull-up three with 4.3 seconds left after hitting Ausar Thompson with a filthy between-the-legs crossover.

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The 'Multiple 20-rebound playoff games in the NBA three-point era' quiz

How many of the 29 NBA players to haul in at least 20 rebounds in two or more playoff games in the Three-Point Era can you name in five minutes?

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Mikal Bridges News / New York Knicks on SI / May 2

Mikal Bridges' Advice Helps Knicks Solve Third Quarter Woes

Finding the solution to the New York Knicks' third quarter woes was, apparently, a layup. New York had lost of the first five third periods staged in its Eastern Conference quarterfinal series against the Detroit Pistons.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Hollywood and hoops: Which films had the best and worst ballers?

Hollywood loves basketball movies and basketball players, which succeed on the big screen at about the same rate as Shaq at the free throw line, which is to say infrequently.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 2

NBA’s L2M report confirms clean ending to Knicks-Pistons Game 6

The New York Knicks advance to the second round of the NBA Playoffs after eliminating the Detroit Pistons in a 116-113 Game 6 win. However, the contest was a bit controversial in the end, as fans believed some late calls were mistakenly made.

Josh Hart News / Larry Brown Sports / May 2

Josh Hart trolls Pistons with 2-word post after series victory

Josh Hart is happily taking his victory lap around the Detroit Pistons. Hart and the New York Knicks officially won their first-round series against the Pistons with a 116-113 victory in Thursday’s Game 6 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Mich.

New York Knicks News / Athlon Sports / May 2

Bill Simmons Calls Out Former NBA Guard After Jalen Brunson, Knicks Take

The New York Knicks overcame a fourth-quarter deficit yet again to defeat the Detroit Pistons and advance to the second round of the NBA Playoffs. OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges were essential in the win, combining for 47 points.

Tom Thibodeau News / New York Knicks on SI / May 2

Knicks' Tom Thibodeau Moves Up in Coach Longevity Rankings

It won't bring about a "bang!" from Mike Breen, but New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau has hit a big three. Gregg Popovich's step down from the on-court

Karl-Anthony Towns News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 2

Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns issues 2-word message after defeating Pistons

After a historic game six performance from Jalen Brunson, New York Knicks center Karl Anthony Towns had a simple response to the Detroit Pistons. “On notice, his tweet read.” Towns was a major factor in the next series win.

New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / May 2

Jalen Brunson's late-game efficiency could help Knicks capture elusive NBA championship

Knicks star Jalen Brunson has been the NBA's best clutch scorer all season and flashed his late-game brilliance once more with a game-winning three-pointer to send New York to the conference semifinals.

Watch: Jalen Brunson dispatches Pistons with clutch three-pointer for Game 6 win

Jalen Brunson's Game 6 heroics further his case as Knicks playoff legend

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Magic Johnson News / Fastbreak on SI / May 2

NBA Legend Magic Johnson Was Right About The New York Knicks

On Thursday evening, the New York Knicks beat the Detroit Pistons by a score of 116-113. With their Game 6 victory, the Knicks have now advanced to the second round of the NBA playoffs.