Former Tennessee basketball player Tobias Harris started and played 35 minutes for the Pistons. He totaled 18 points, eight rebounds, one steal and one block. Harris converted 6-of-15 field goal attempts and 6-for-6 free throw attempts.

And through the first two games of the series, the Pistons — who have built their reputation during this breakout season on outmuscling opponents — bullied the Knicks in terms of their physicality and aggressiveness. Last year, the Knicks were usually the bullies. That was certainly true when they beat Harris’ 76ers in six games in the first round.

The Pistons will step into the national spotlight Saturday night. It’s been a long time since they were part of the show, which is part of the reason Harris chose to return.