Tue Apr 22 07:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Pistons Snap 15-Year Playoff Losing Streak, Defeat Knicks in Game 2
**NEW YORK** – The Detroit Pistons ended their NBA-record 15-game postseason losing streak with a thrilling 100-94 victory over the New York Knicks in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series on Monday night. Cade Cunningham led the charge with 33 points and 12 rebounds, while Dennis Schroder’s clutch three-pointer with 55 seconds remaining sealed the win.
The victory marks the Pistons’ first playoff win since 2008, a remarkable turnaround for a team that endured a 28-game losing streak during the regular season. After losing Game 1, the Pistons showcased resilience, overcoming a late Knicks rally fueled by Jalen Brunson’s 37 points. The Knicks erased a 15-point deficit before Schroder’s decisive shot.
Cunningham’s strong performance, rebounding from a subpar Game 1, and the Pistons’ effective offensive strategy, which resulted in a significant advantage at the free-throw line, proved pivotal. Coach J.B. Bickerstaff lauded his team’s focus and ability to remain in the moment.
The series is now tied 1-1, heading back to Detroit for Game 3 on Thursday. The Knicks, despite Brunson’s impressive scoring, will need to find answers to contain Cunningham and improve their overall defensive strategy. The Pistons, however, are aiming to build on their momentum and extend their surprising playoff run.
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