Pistons Lose Narrowly to Knicks Amid Controversial No-Call, Referee Admits Error

The New York Knicks edged the Detroit Pistons 94-93 in Game 4 of their playoff series, but the victory was marred by a controversial no-call in the final seconds. With the Pistons trailing by one, Tim Hardaway Jr. appeared to be fouled by Knicks defender Josh Hart on a last-second three-point attempt, but no foul was called, sparking outrage from Detroit's coach J.B. Bickerstaff and fans. After the game, NBA officiating crew chief David Guthrie admitted that, upon review, Hart made more than marginal contact and a foul should have been called, which could have given Hardaway a chance to win the game at the free-throw line. The missed call contributed to the Knicks securing a 3-1 series lead. Pistons players and coaches also expressed frustration with what they perceived as inconsistent officiating throughout the series, particularly regarding physical play and limited free-throw opportunities for Cade Cunningham. The Pistons now face elimination as the series returns to New York for Game 5.