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After the Knicks fell just short of mounting a comeback for the second game in a row, they’re in Detroit for Game 3 against the Pistons with the series tied.
The team was outplayed by the Pistons for the second game in a row, but couldn’t replicate the rally that saved them in Game 1; instead, the Pistons won and snapped a 15-game postseason losing streak.
After Monday’s loss, Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau called out referees over a discrepancy in free throws, as the Pistons took 34 to the Knicks’ 19.
With a series lead on the line, tonight’s game is a must-win for the Knicks, who have to rise to the sink-or-swim occasion.
what to know about knicks vs. pistons
Here’s everything you need to know about Knicks vs. Pistons Game 3.
What time is the Knicks game tonight?
Tonight’s Knicks vs. Pistons game tips off at 7 p.m. ET tonight, April 24.
How to watch Knicks vs. Pistons for free:
If you don’t have cable, you’ll need a live TV streaming service to catch tonight’s Knicks game since it’s on TNT. Our favorite live options include DIRECTV (five days free, from $69.99/month with plenty of subscription options).
If you want to tune into the entire series, DIRECTV is the best option since half of the games will air on TNT.
Other ways to stream Knicks vs. Pistons:
You can also stream the Knicks playoff series on Sling TV Orange, which is currently 50% off your first month ($23) and includes both ESPN and TNT among its channels. You can also prepay for three months of Sling TV for $99.99 and save almost $40, (and hundreds when compared to other live TV services).
Follow The Post’s coverage of the Knicks in the 2025 NBA Playoffs
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Knicks vs. Pistons Round 1 schedule:
- Game 1: Pistons (112) at Knicks (123)
- Game 2: Pistons (100) at Knicks (94)
- Game 3: Knicks at Pistons, April 24 at 7 p.m. ET (TNT)
- Game 4: Knicks at Pistons, April 27 at 1 p.m. ET (ABC)
- Game 5: Pistons at Knicks, April 29 at 7:30 p.m. ET (TNT)
- Game 6: Knicks at Pistons, May 1 (time and channel TBD)*
- Game 7: Pistons at Knicks, May 3 (time and channel TBD)*
*Games 6-7 only if necessary
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