Pistons Denied a Critical Call That Knicks' Jalen Brunson Often Receives
In a tight playoff battle, the Pistons faced controversy as they were denied a foul call that could have altered the game's outcome against the Knicks.
The New York Knicks secured a narrow victory against the Detroit Pistons with a score of 94-93, putting them ahead in the series 3-1. Nevertheless, the game raised eyebrows due to a controversial no-call with just over a second left. Tim Hardaway Jr. was fouled while attempting a 3-pointer, yet the officials did not make the call, allowing the clock to run out, resulting in a missed shot.
In hindsight, the game’s crew chief David Guthrie admitted that the foul by Josh Hart should have been called, stating, “During live play, it was judged that Josh made a legal defensive play… After postgame review, we observed that Hart makes body contact that is more than marginal to Hardaway Jr. and a foul should have been called.”
Additionally, the league’s focus on 3-point shooting fouls has brought scrutiny to Jalen Brunson, known for earning fouls in similar situations. Cade Cunningham’s potential game-winning shot would have shifted this narrative dramatically had it gone in.
Ultimately, the missed call complicates matters for the Pistons, who find themselves questioning the outcome of the game and series as a whole.
