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NewsThe GuardianMay 3, 2026United States

Detroit Pistons win first playoff series in 18 years

The Detroit Pistons defeated the Orlando Magic in Game 7 to win their first NBA playoff series since 2008. The victory marks a historic comeback for the team, which overcame a 3-1 series deficit.

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Why It Matters

This result determines which team advances to the next round of the NBA playoffs, impacting the tournament bracket and future game schedules.

Key Facts

  • The Detroit Pistons defeated the Orlando Magic 116-94 in Game 7.
  • This is the Pistons' first playoff series win in 18 years, dating back to 2008.
  • The Pistons are the 15th team in NBA history to overcome a 3-1 series deficit.
  • Cade Cunningham scored 32 points and 12 assists; Tobias Harris scored 30 points.
  • Paolo Banchero scored 38 points for the Orlando Magic.
  • Jalen Duren recorded 15 points and 15 rebounds.
  • The Pistons led 60-49 at halftime and 83-64 at the end of the third quarter.
  • The Orlando Magic averaged 18.8 points per period over the final six quarters of the series.

Who's Mentioned

personPaolo Banchero“Magic player who scored 38 points.”personTobias Harris“Pistons player who scored 30 points in Game 7.”personFranz Wagner“Magic player injured in Game 4.”personBob Lanier“Former Pistons player referenced for historical scoring record.”organizationDetroit Pistons“NBA team that won the playoff series.”personCade Cunningham“Pistons player who scored 32 points and 12 assists in Game 7.”personJalen Duren“Pistons center who recorded a double-double.”organizationOrlando Magic“NBA team that lost the playoff series.”personDesmond Bane“Magic player who scored 10 points.”personHoward Porter“Former Pistons player referenced for historical scoring record.”