The New York Knicks (3-2) had beaten the Detroit Pistons (1-5) fifteen straight times before tonight. Word on the street was that the Motor City Club is playing tougher defense and shooting more threes, and their young talent is finally blossoming. Could be a trap game.
Ha! New York surged to their best offensive start of the season, shooting 63% in the first quarter and building a 26-point lead with balanced contributions from the first five guys. By halftime, they led by 23 points, powered by Karl-Anthony Towns’ all-around play and Jalen Brunson’s relentless 26-point effort.