Bickerstaff's fiery speech provides 'spark' in Pistons' Game 2 win over Magic
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Key Points:
- The Detroit Pistons secured their first home playoff win since 2008, breaking an 11-game home playoff losing streak, the longest in NBA history, with a dominant defensive performance against the Orlando Magic.
- Detroit's defense was key, blocking 11 shots and holding Orlando to just 18% shooting on contested shots, the lowest playoff percentage since 2013-14 tracking began.
- The Pistons' third-quarter surge included a 30-3 run where they smothered Orlando, leading to a 76-49 advantage late in the quarter, fueled by strong offense and multiple dunks.
- Cade Cunningham led Detroit with 27 points, 11 assists, and six rebounds, continuing his standout series performance following a 39-point Game 1.
- Despite the loss, Orlando remained resilient in the fourth quarter, with coach Jamahl Mosley emphasizing the team's determination to respond in Game 3 back in Orlando.
