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Knicks backup center puts in tremendous effort in Game 5

The New York Knicks fell short of clinching a trip to the second round on Tuesday, but they got a highly impactful performance from center Mitchell Robinson despite the loss in Game 5 to the Detroit Pistons to force a Game 6.

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Good news and bad news from 106-103 loss to Pistons

The New York Knicks were unable to finish their first-round series at home on Tuesday, losing to the Detroit Pistons 106-103. The series will now head back to Detroit for a Game 6 with the Knicks holding a 3-2 series advantage.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / April 30

Knicks Praise Center's Energy After Breakout Playoff Performance

It perhaps wasn't the throwback performance that New York Knicks fans were truly yearning for. But one center's step back in time was no doubt one the most pleasant metropolitan surprise Game 5 of an Eastern Conference quarterfinal set with the Detroit Pistons had to offer.

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The 'Youngest 25/5/5 with five threes in a playoff game by NBA franchise' quiz

How many of the youngest players for each NBA franchise to score 25 points with five made three's to go with at least five rebounds and assists can you name in five minutes?

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Tom Thibodeau News / Athlon Sports / April 30

Knicks' Tom Thibodeau Under Fire After Huge Game 5 Blunder

To be fair to Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau, it was a dicey situation as the seconds wore down at the end of Game 5 at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / April 30

Knicks Seek to Solve Post-Halftime Woes

Comeback victories no doubt make for good basketball theater, but the New York Knicks hinted that they might want to be a little more boring as they postseason journey continues.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / April 30

Malik Beasley mocks Mikal Bridges with message after Detroit Pistons beat New York Knicks in Game 5

The Detroit Pistons took a major step towards turning the series around against the New York Knicks. A controversial and incorrect ‘no call’ in Game 4, the Detroit Pistons re-entry in the NBA Playoffs looked to be on life support.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / April 30

Three Potential First Round Picks Compared to Knicks

The New York Knicks are currently focused on the playoffs, but the NBA Draft is inching closer as the calendar turns to May. The Knicks don't have a first-round pick in this year's draft, but three potential first-round picks earned comparisons to current players on New York's roster from Bleacher Report writer Zach Buckley.

Jalen Brunson News / Fastbreak on SI / April 30

Jalen Brunson Makes Very Honest Statement After New York Knicks Lose Game 5

On Tuesday night, the New York Knicks hosted the Detroit Pistons at Madison Square Garden for Game 5. They lost by a score of 106-103, so the Pistons were able to stay alive (the series is now 3-2).

Charles Barkley News / Athlon Sports / April 30

Charles Barkley Reveals ‘Worst' Feeling in the World After Knicks Loss

The New York Knicks returned home to Madison Square Garden on Tuesday for Game 5 of their first-round playoff series versus the Detroit Pistons after a close and controversial win in Game 4.

NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / April 29

Knicks Miss Chance to Advance, Fall to Pistons in Game 5

New York Knicks fans entered Madison Square Garden on Tuesday hoping to clinch their Eastern Conference quarterfinal series against the Detroit Pistons at home.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 29

Cade Cunningham comes alive to stave off elimination vs. Knicks

Pistons' Cade Cunningham comes alive in fourth quarter to stave off elimination vs. Knicks

Jalen Brunson may be the NBA's Clutch Player of the Year, but it was Cade Cunningham who took over late to keep his Detroit Pistons from going home.

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

Bill Simmons takes major shot at ESPN over Jalen Rose treatment

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The 'Most points in a playoff game by NBA franchise' quiz

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29

New York Knicks legend Dick Barnett passes away

NBA legend and Tennessee State University alumnus Dick Barnett has passed away at age 88, per a report by HBCU Gameday.. Barnett was a New York Knicks star and a two-time NBA champion.

New York Knicks News / Last Word On Sports / April 29

Knicks Can Clinch Series At Home For First Time Since 1999

Since the New York Knicks began this stunning organizational turnaround in 2020-21, they’ve checked off many boxes. In 2021, they broke an eight-year playoff drought.

NBA News / The SportsRush / April 29

Shaquille O’Neal Lambasts NBA Referees for LeBron James’ Foul on Anthony Edwards, Pistons-Knicks Game 4

Shaquille O’Neal was never one to be excited about a trip to the free-throw line, but he understands the recent frustrations from players regarding late-game no-calls.

Mikal Bridges News / Empire Sports Media / April 29

Knicks’ backup guard encouraged Mikal Bridges’ in unconventional way in Game 4

New York Knicks forward Mikal Bridges had a rough first three quarters in Game 4 against the Detroit Pistons. He started the game shooting just 1-for-10 from the field, and looked to be in for another long night shooting.

NBA News / Empire Sports Media / April 29

Knicks could target Thunder backup forward in offseason trade

The New York Knicks have a very strong roster this year, but perhaps they would like to have more depth available. Outside of the starting five, the rest of the roster leaves little to be desired, so there is a possibility that they will make depth moves this summer.

New York Knicks News / Hardwood Heroics / April 28

New York Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns Gets Compared to Dirk Nowitzki

New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns has always been criticized and called “soft.” However, Towns is proving the doubters wrong in his first season with the Knicks.

New York Knicks News / Athlon Sports / April 28

Knicks Receive Unfavorable $202 Million News Amid NBA Playoffs

As the New York Knicks chase a return to the Eastern Conference semifinals, off-court financial news threatens to dampen their momentum. On Monday, a

New York Knicks News / Hoops Rumors / April 28

Former Knicks guard Dick Barnett dies at 88

Dick Barnett, a former NBA guard who won a pair of championships with the Knicks, has died at age 88.

New York Knicks News / Hoops Rumors / April 28

Knicks Notes: Hart, Towns, Bridges, Payne, Thibodeau

Josh Hart has maximized his value to Knicks by putting aside any personal dreams of stardom, writes James L. Edwards III of The Athletic. Throughout his

Mikal Bridges News / Empire Sports Media / April 28

Knicks’ Mikal Bridges stepped up at the biggest time in Game 4

New York Knicks forward Mikal Bridges had gotten off to a rough start in Game 4 against the Detroit Pistons. He was just 1-for-10 through the first three quarters, and it looked like he was heading for another brutal night.

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 / 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.

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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The 'NBA franchise leaders in single-season triple-doubles' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 27