Detroit Stuns New York in Final Minutes
The Knicks vs Pistons series is now heading to a winner-take-all Game 7 after the Detroit Pistons mounted a thrilling comeback to defeat the New York Knicks 112–108 in Game 6. Playing in front of an electric home crowd at Little Caesars Arena, the Pistons clawed back from a first-quarter deficit to extend their playoff hopes.
First Quarter Belonged to the Knicks
The Knicks vs Pistons Game 6 opened with a dominant 37–23 first quarter by New York. Jalen Brunson exploded for 35 points and 7 assists, looking nearly unstoppable in the early stages. OG Anunoby chipped in with 22 points, while Karl-Anthony Towns posted a double-double with 13 points and 13 boards.
But Detroit didn’t panic.
Pistons Respond in Style
Led by a poised Cade Cunningham (23 pts, 7 rebs, 4 asts) and a red-hot Malik Beasley off the bench (18 pts, 6 threes), the Pistons closed the gap before halftime. Jalen Duren also made his presence felt inside, adding 20 points and 6 rebounds.
Detroit outscored New York 31–24 in the final quarter, flipping the script in this back-and-forth Knicks vs Pistons battle.
Key Player Stats: Game 6
Detroit Pistons
| Player | PTS | REB | AST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cade Cunningham | 23 | 7 | 4 |
| Jalen Duren | 20 | 6 | 2 |
| Malik Beasley | 18 | 3 | 1 |
New York Knicks
| Player | PTS | REB | AST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Brunson | 35 | 4 | 7 |
| OG Anunoby | 22 | 5 | 2 |
| Karl-Anthony Towns | 13 | 13 | 3 |
Isaiah Stewart Still Out
A major storyline in the Knicks vs Pistons series has been Isaiah Stewart’s absence. Game 6 marked his fifth straight DNP due to knee inflammation. Though missed, Detroit continues to find ways to stay alive without him.
Game 7 on the Horizon
The Knicks vs Pistons showdown now shifts to Madison Square Garden for a high-stakes Game 7. The Knicks will look to capitalize on their home court, while the Pistons aim to ride their Game 6 momentum to a stunning series win.
This tightly contested matchup has quickly become one of the most thrilling series of the 2025 NBA Playoffs.
