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With the Play-In Tournament being nearly halfway completed, the NBA announced the official times for the Knicks' first-round series against the Pistons. The series will tip off on April 19, as the Knicks host the first two games. As the two sides travel to Detroit, they will get extended rest, with an extra day off before Game 3 and Game 4.