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Knicks get first win of the season with a 111-97 victory over the previously unbeaten Pistons
Karl-Anthony Towns had 27 points and 20 rebounds as New York outscored Detroit 63-25 in the second and third quarters.
- On Tuesday, October 27, 2026, the New York Knicks defeated the previously undefeated Detroit Pistons 111-97 at Madison Square Garden, securing their first victory of the season.
- The defending champion Knicks faced pressure following an 0-3 start, while the Pistons played without starting center Jalen Duren due to a right hamstring strain.
- Knicks forward Karl-Anthony Towns anchored the team with 27 points and 20 rebounds, while guard Jalen Brunson added 23 points as New York overcame a 13-point deficit.
- Detroit's offense collapsed after the first quarter, shooting 9-for-42 from the field through the second and third quarters as the Knicks outscored them 65-25 in those frames.
- Both teams return to action Wednesday, October 28, 2026, with the Knicks hosting the Chicago Bulls and the Pistons hosting the Charlotte Hornets.
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