22.04.2025 16:00
The Detroit Pistons defeated the New York Knicks 100-94 in the second game of the NBA playoffs, leveling the series at 1-1. With this victory, Detroit ended a 15-game losing streak and achieved its first playoff win since 2008.
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The playoff season in the NBA continued at full speed with two matches played last night. In one of these matches, a first occurred after many years.
DETROIT WINS IN THE PLAYOFFS AFTER 17 YEARS
The Detroit Pistons defeated the New York Knicks 100-94 at Madison Square Garden, leveling the series at 1-1. This victory marked the Pistons' first playoff win since 2008 and ended a 15-game losing streak.
CUNNINGHAM SHINED
Cade Cunningham was the star of the match with 33 points and 12 rebounds, while Dennis Schröder sealed the victory with a crucial three-pointer in the final moments. Tobias Harris contributed with 15 points and 13 rebounds, and Jalen Duren added 12 points and 13 rebounds. On the Knicks side, Jalen Brunson fought hard with 37 points, but the team's overall struggles with rebounds and outside shooting led to the defeat. Detroit dominated the rebounds 48-34 and gained a significant advantage with 34 free throw attempts compared to the Knicks' 19 attempts. The third game of the series will be played on April 24, Thursday, in Detroit.
CLIPPERS DEFEAT DENVER
The Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Denver Nuggets 105-102 on the road, leveling the series at 1-1. Kawhi Leonard was the architect of the victory with 39 points on 15/19 shooting. James Harden contributed with 18 points and 7 assists, while Ivica Zubac added 16 points and 12 rebounds.
TRIPLE-DOUBLE FROM JOKIC
Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets achieved a triple-double with 26 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists, while Jamal Murray scored 23 points. Michael Porter Jr. contributed with 15 points and 15 rebounds. However, Jokic's 7 turnovers and missed three-pointers in the final moments led to the defeat. The third game of the series will be played on April 24, Thursday, in Los Angeles.
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