The result: A 20-9 run to give the Pistons a double-digit lead over a Knicks team frustrated by both Detroit’s on-point defense and what they clearly felt was an inconsistent whistle for stretches. A late surge would get New York back within three, at 77-74, entering the final frame.

The Detroit Pistons and New York Knicks continue their fantastic first-round playoff series battle at Madison Square Garden with Game 5 on Tuesday night. The Knicks wrestled control of the series in Game 4 in Detroit on April 27. Now, the pressure is on the Pistons to keep their dream season alive.