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Two New York Knicks stars came to ‘close out’ series vs Pistons, ex-star praises duo despite loss

The New York Knicks took the Detroit Pistons down to the wire in Game 5, and two players stood out for their winning effort in the loss. The Detroit Pistons bounced back from their controversial Game 4 loss to beat the New York Knicks in Game 5 at Madison Square Garden, winning 106-103.

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Knicks Don't Blame Officials for Game 5 Predicament

Unlike superfan Ben Stiller in his hit film "Madagascar," the New York Knicks aren't blaming any zebras for their current predicament. Officiating controversies

New York Knicks News / Last Word On Sports / April 30

Knicks Playoff Chances Take Huge Hit With Game 5 Loss

Tuesday’s Game 5 against the Detroit Pistons was a chance for the New York Knicks to accomplish something they hadn’t in almost 26 years. The Knicks had the opportunity to clinch a playoff series victory on the Madison Square Garden floor for the first time since their Eastern Conference Finals win over the Pacers in 1999.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30

Earl ‘The Pearl’ Monroe speaks about the passing of Dick Barnett

HBCU alumnus and basketball Hall of Famer Earl ‘The Pearl’ Monroe took to his X account to release a statement about the passing of Dick Barnett. Barnett was his teammate on the New York Knicks as well as a fellow HBCU alumnus.

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

Knicks Stars Address Statuses After Game 5 Injury Scares

The medical nightmare may be over for the New York Knicks. Metropolitan hearts stopped on Tuesday night when the team lost both Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart to separate incidents in the same minute of fourth quarter action of the Eastern Conference quarterfinals against the Detroit Pistons.

New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / April 30

Knicks second half woes continue to be their Achilles heel

The New York Knicks tend to come out firing on all cylinders in fourth quarters, which makes for exciting comebacks and showcases resilience. However, the reason it gets to that point in the first place is because they continue to have lackluster third quarters.

Mitchell Robinson News / Empire Sports Media / April 30

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.

New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30

3 mistakes Knicks must correct to avoid a Game 7

The New York Knicks failed to seize an opportunity to advance to the Eastern Conference Semifinals, dropping Game 5 at home to the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night, 106-103.

NBA News / Empire Sports Media / April 30

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.

Charles Barkley News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30

Charles Barkley bashes Knicks after Game 5 loss to Pistons

The New York Knicks failed to close out the Detroit Pistons in Game 5 on Tuesday evening at Madison Square Garden, and Charles Barkley let them hear about it.

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.

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.

Jalen Brunson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30

Knicks’ Jalen Brunson reveals true status after Game 5 injury scare

New York Knicks fans held their breath in the fourth quarter of Game 5 when Jalen Brunson appeared to tweak his ankle and briefly exited the court. But

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.

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 / 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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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.

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 / 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

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.

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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