The New York Knicks staged a dramatic comeback to secure a 94-93 win over the Detroit Pistons in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference playoff series. Powered by standout play from Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns, the victory propels the Knicks to a commanding 3-1 series lead, putting them one step away from advancing.

Brunson and Towns Lead the Charge

Jalen Brunson delivered a gutsy performance, notching 32 points and 11 assists. Despite a scare with a late-game ankle injury, Brunson returned to the court and made critical plays down the stretch. Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 27 points, including a pivotal deep three-pointer in the final minute, underscoring his ability to perform under pressure. His shooting was instrumental, allowing the Knicks to erase an 11-point deficit early in the fourth quarter.

For an in-depth recap of the game's standout moments—and a closer look at how Brunson and Towns powered the comeback—NBA.com offers five takeaways on the Knicks' Game 4 win.

Controversial Finish: The No-Call on the Final Play

The closing seconds delivered the kind of drama only the NBA playoffs can provide. Detroit had multiple chances to snatch victory, including a corner three attempt by Tim Hardaway Jr. that drew heavy contact from Knicks forward Josh Hart. The officiating crew admitted after the game that a foul should have been called, which might have changed the outcome. However, no whistle sounded, and the Knicks hung on for the win. If you want a breakdown of this controversial ending, see The Guardian’s coverage of the referees’ missed call.

Knicks’ Resilience and Pistons’ Growing Pains

The Knicks’ performance wasn’t flawless. There were scoring droughts and moments of adversity as the Pistons erased a 16-point New York lead and went up by double digits in the final period. Still, the Knicks regrouped with tough defense and timely shot-making. Mikal Bridges added two clutch three-pointers, while Josh Hart filled the stat sheet with hustle plays, rebounds, and steals.

The Pistons showed promise, especially through Cade Cunningham’s triple-double (25 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists). Still, turnovers and missed opportunities plagued Detroit’s young roster—critical errors that the playoff-savvy Knicks were quick to exploit. For more on Detroit’s missed opportunities and the Knicks’ decisive plays, Yahoo Sports recaps the clutch moments and late-game drama.

Looking Ahead: Knicks on the Brink of Advancing

With a 3-1 series lead, the Knicks now return to Madison Square Garden for Game 5, ready to close out the first-round matchup. Their blend of experience, star talent, and gritty defense has set them apart in this hard-fought series. If Brunson and Towns maintain their high level of play and role players like Hart and Bridges continue to contribute, New York will be a formidable team in the Eastern Conference.

Stay tuned as the Knicks aim to punch their ticket to the next round. The Pistons have shown heart, but the momentum is squarely with New York. For more insights and playoff analysis, explore the official NBA playoff coverage here.

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