Knicks Face Pistons in NBA Playoffs Opener

The Knicks battle the Pistons in the NBA playoffs, while the Hawks and Grizzlies shine in Play-In games.

The NBA playoffs have officially commenced, with the New York Knicks set to clash against the Detroit Pistons in Game 1 on April 19 at 6 p.m. ET, broadcasted live on ESPN. This matchup promises to be an electrifying start to the postseason, as both teams look to establish momentum early in the series.

In addition to the playoff action, the NBA Play-In games have been thrilling fans. The Miami Heat narrowly fell to the Atlanta Hawks, with a final score of 93-92, securing the 8th seed in the Eastern Conference for the Hawks. Meanwhile, the Dallas Mavericks faced off against the Memphis Grizzlies for the Western Conference 8th seed, where the Grizzlies held a commanding lead at one point, 48-34.

For real-time updates on player performances and live scoring leaders, fans can visit CBSSports.com for comprehensive coverage of the playoffs. This postseason is shaping up to be a memorable one, with high stakes and intense competition across the league. For more details on the playoffs, check out NBA Playoffs 2025 and for live scoring updates, visit NBA Live Scoring Leaders.

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