Cade Cunningham set a new franchise record for the Detroit Pistons by scoring the most points in a single playoff game during a crucial victory against the Orlando Magic, winning 116-109. This win forces a Game 6 in the series, which the Pistons currently trail 3-2.
Key points
Cade Cunningham set a new franchise scoring record
Pistons won Game 5 against the Magic 116-109
Cunningham had 24 turnovers in the previous three games
Detroit withstood a late Orlando Magic surge Wednesday, April 29, winning 116-109, to force a Game 6, though Detroit still trails in the series 3-2.
It had been a frustrating round for Cunningham, who committed 24 turnovers over the previous three games prior to Wednesday night. Cunningham’s scoring had been there, but his supporting cast on the Pistons had been struggling to provide enough contributions.
At the risk of being closed out, Cunningham took matters into his own hands, setting a new Pistons franchise record for most points in a single playoff game.
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Q&A
What record did Cade Cunningham set for the Detroit Pistons?
Cade Cunningham set the franchise record for the most points scored in a single playoff game.
What was the final score of the Pistons vs. Magic Game 5?
The final score was 116-109 in favor of the Detroit Pistons.
How many turnovers did Cade Cunningham have in the previous three games?
Cade Cunningham committed 24 turnovers over the previous three games before Game 5.
What is the current series status between the Pistons and Magic?
The Detroit Pistons trail the series 3-2 after their victory in Game 5.
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A fan waves a towel during the second half of game one between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Toronto Raptors in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena.
Fans arrive to watch warmups before game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs between the Denver Nuggets and the Minnesota Timberwolves at Ball Arena.
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NBA playoffs fans, dancers, cheerleaders and mascots bring the energy
Moondog performs during the first quarter of game one in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Toronto Raptors at Rocket Arena.
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NBA playoffs fans, dancers, cheerleaders and mascots bring the energy
Moondog performs during the first quarter of game one in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Toronto Raptors at Rocket Arena.
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NBA playoffs fans, dancers, cheerleaders and mascots bring the energy
A member of the Cleveland Cavaliers Scream Team performs during a time out during the second half of game one in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena.
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NBA playoffs fans, dancers, cheerleaders and mascots bring the energy
Cleveland Brows player Myles Garrett riles up the crowd during the first half of game one between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Toronto Raptors in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena.
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NBA playoffs fans, dancers, cheerleaders and mascots bring the energy
A fan waves a towel during the second half of game one between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Toronto Raptors in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena.
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NBA playoffs fans, dancers, cheerleaders and mascots bring the energy
Fans arrive to watch warmups before game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs between the Denver Nuggets and the Minnesota Timberwolves at Ball Arena.
Here’s Cade Cunningham’s full box score from Game 5 of the first round against the Orlando Magic.