Pistons end postseason losing streak with 100-94 victory over Knicks in Game 2, ending 15-game playoff skid. Leading the charge with 33 points and 12 rebounds was Cade Cunningham, who helped the Pistons win their first postseason game since 2008.
Detroit’s historic victory
The Pistons had a 17-year playoff losing record and hadn’t won a postseason game since the 2008 Eastern Conference Finals. However, it all changed at Madison Square Garden on Monday night.
“We’re excited for our fans, and we’re ready to go back home and perform in front of them,” Cunningham said after the game. His play helped the Pistons avoid a late comeback by the Knicks, who overcame a second-half deficit of 15 points.
Key Plays and Contributions
Dennis Schröder made a crucial three-pointer with just 55 seconds remaining to give the Pistons a 97-94 lead.Schröder finished with 20 points off the bench, providing vital support to Cunningham and the team.
Despite leading by eight points going into the fourth quarter, the Pistons had already lost Game 1. But they rallied back in Game 2, with Cunningham dazzling and the squad retaining control amid the Knicks’ tries to rally.
Jalen Brunson Leads Knicks’ Scoring
Jalen Brunson played a standout game for the Knicks, scoring 37 points. However, Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby were held to just 10 points each, after both players contributed 23 points in the series opener.
“It’s on us to respond now,” said Brunson, as the Knicks aim to take back control of the series in Game 3.
Pistons’ Historic Turnaround
The Pistons have undergone one of the most significant turnarounds in NBA history. After finishing with just 14 wins in the 2023-24 season, including a record 28-game losing streak, Detroit bounced back this season with a 44-38 record, earning a playoff spot.
Now tied 1-1 in the series, the Pistons will head back home to Detroit to host Game 3 on Thursday night at 7:00 PM ET.
Source: NBA