Knicks break losing streak with victory over Pistons at Madison Square Garden
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 2:51 AM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
The New York Knicks secured a 111-97 victory against the Detroit Pistons on October 27 at Madison Square Garden, marking their first win of the season after losing their first three games. Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns contributed significantly, scoring a combined 50 points. The Knicks came back from a 13-point deficit in the first half, dominating the third quarter with a 37-13 scoring run. Towns led the team with 27 points and 20 rebounds, while Brunson added 23 points despite struggling with his shooting early. The Pistons, who had entered the game undefeated, now sit at 3-1.
- •Knicks win 111-97 against Pistons at Madison Square Garden.
- •New York ends a three-game losing streak after becoming defending champions.
- •Towns recorded 27 points and 20 rebounds in the game.
- •Brunson shook off a slow start to finish with 23 points.
- •Pistons drop to 3-1 after starting the season undefeated.
- 2:51 AMYahoo Sports — Jalen Brunson, Knicks surge past Pistons to end losing streak after NBA Finals win
"The Knicks were the first defending champion in 15 years to drop their first three games of the season.
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