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Knicks Edge Out Pistons Amid Controversial No-Call in Game 4

The Knicks defeated the Pistons 94-93, with a late-game no-call on Tim Hardaway Jr. sparking controversy about the officiating decisions.

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NBA officials admitted to making a mistake after the game was finished.
Pistons coach rages at refs over late no-call in playoff loss to Knicks
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The Knicks took a 3-1 series lead, with Game 5 on Tuesday in Madison Square Garden now becoming a potential closeout scenario.
NBA ref admits blown call on Tim Hardaway Jr. shot that cost Pistons chance at win
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Detroit argued to no avail after time expired.
NBA acknowledges a foul that wasn't called at end of Pistons-Knicks game
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Updated: Apr 27th, 2025, 6:23 PM ET

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In a nail-biting finish, the New York Knicks defeated the Detroit Pistons 94-93, taking a 3-1 lead in the playoff series. Karl-Anthony Towns scored crucial points in the final moments, while Cade Cunningham's missed shot and a disputed foul not called on Tim Hardaway Jr. drew ire from Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff. Officials later admitted a foul should have been called, which could have changed the game's outcome. The Pistons now face elimination in Game 5 as they seek to overcome the odds of being down 3-1 in the series.

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The Knicks secured a narrow victory aided by a controversial no-call on a crucial play at the end of the game.
Both teams exhibited strong performances, with notable contributions from Karl-Anthony Towns and Cade Cunningham.
The officiating crew admitted to a mistake, acknowledging that a foul should have been called, which could have changed the game's outcome.

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