Pistons finish comeback for first playoff series win in 18 years
AP News • • general
Key Points:
- Cade Cunningham scored 32 points and had 12 assists, while Tobias Harris added 30 points, leading the Detroit Pistons to a 116-94 victory over the Orlando Magic in Game 7 and securing their first playoff series win in 18 years.
- The Pistons overcame a 3-1 series deficit, becoming the 15th NBA team to do so, and will face the winner of the Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Toronto Raptors Game 7 in the next round.
- Detroit's resilience was highlighted by a strong second half in Game 7, including a key 11-2 run in the third quarter, with significant contributions from All-Star center Jalen Duren, who posted 15 points and 15 rebounds.
- Orlando struggled offensively, with only Paolo Banchero scoring significantly (38 points), and the team failing to find consistent secondary scoring after Franz Wagner’s injury.
- Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff praised his team's belief and determination, emphasizing their ability to fight back regardless of circumstances.
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