In a hard-fought matchup between the New York Knicks and the Detroit Pistons, free throw woes loomed large for the Knicks as they fell 100-94 in Game 2 of their Eastern Conference first-round series. Despite a valiant effort, the Knicks found themselves at a disadvantage, with the Pistons shooting a staggering 34 free throws compared to the Knicks' 19 attempts. Head coach Tom Thibodeau voiced his concern over the significant free throw difference and emphasized the need for more consistency in officiating.
Thibodeau pointed out the disparity in calls received by his point guard Jalen Brunson compared to Pistons' star Cade Cunningham. While both players had a similar number of free throw opportunities, Thibodeau stressed the importance of a level playing field when it comes to foul calls. Despite the frustrations with officiating, Brunson acknowledged the need for the team to adapt and adjust to the circumstances during the game. As the series deadlock persists, the Knicks will aim to regroup and find ways to overcome the challenges posed by the Pistons in the upcoming games.