During the regular season, the Knicks' inability to effectively guard the 3-point line was highlighted in their games against the Pistons, where they lost three of four matchups. The Pistons shot an impressive 41.3 percent from beyond the arc against the Knicks, despite being middle-of-the-pack shooters themselves. The Knicks, ranked fifth worst in allowing 3-point shooting percentage, faced challenges in defending opponents, especially Cade Cunningham, who led in scoring during their matchups. This reflected a concerning trend as the Knicks struggled on defense compared to the previous season.
The Pistons showcased the Knicks' defensive weaknesses, particularly against the 3-point shot, where they shot an impressive 41.3 percent in their matchups.
Despite the Pistons not being traditionally strong from 3, the Knicks struggled to defend the shot, allowing high percentages throughout the season.
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