nba Game Recap
Knicks Down Detroit 104-102 - Match Report
New York got 21 points from RJ Barrett en route to a 104-102 victory over Detroit on Sunday at Little Caesars Arena.
New York won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -4.5-point spread. The game went UNDER the consensus closing total of 218.5.
New York got 20 points from Julius Randle and another 18 points from Alec Burks. Julius Randle contributed 5 assists, while RJ Barrett cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
The Pistons got a 27-point performance from Marvin Bagley III, who was supported by 18 points from Cade Cunningham. Cade Cunningham had 7 assists in a losing cause for Detroit, while Isaiah Stewart grabbed 10 rebounds.
The Knicks hit the break winning 59-47 before taking care of business in the second half.
New York had a 50-37 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, New York takes its act home to face Chicago looking for another win. For Detroit, they head on the road to face Brooklyn.