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Pistons dispel Magic in Game 7, win first playoff series since 2008
TL;DR
The Detroit Pistons defeated the Orlando Magic 116-94 in Game 7, marking their first playoff series win since 2008. The Pistons overcame a 3-1 deficit, with Cade Cunningham scoring 32 points and Tobias Harris contributing 30 points.
Key points
- Pistons won 116-94 against Magic in Game 7
- First playoff series win for Pistons since 2008
- Pistons overcame a 3-1 deficit
- Cade Cunningham scored 32 points
- Tobias Harris contributed 30 points
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Detroit — After nearly 20 years, the Detroit Pistons have successfully advanced past the first round of the playoffs. They achieved the milestone with a 116-94 victory in Game 7 against the Orlando Magic on Sunday at Little Caesars Arena.
The victory marked the Pistons' first playoff series win since 2008. However, it wasn't without its challenges, as the team had to overcome a 3-1 deficit for the second time in franchise history (2003). Notably, both of their recent playoff accomplishments came against the Magic.
BOX SCORE: Pistons 116, Magic 94
Cade Cunningham led the Pistons with 32 points on 10 of 18 shooting and 12 assists. Tobias Harris made the biggest difference by adding 30 points on 11 of 18 shooting with five made 3-pointers and nine rebounds. He scored 17 points in the second quarter, which was enough to give the Pistons the momentum they needed.
Both Jalen Duren and Daniss Jenkins had their best performances in the win-or-go-home game after struggling throughout the series. Duren helped the Pistons win the rebounding battle with a double-double of 15 rebounds and 15 points. Jenkins added 16 points off the bench on 4-for-5 shooting from behind the arc.
After scoring 23 points in the first half, Paolo Banchero led Orlando with 36. Desmond Bane contributed with 16.
Q&A
When was the last time the Detroit Pistons won a playoff series?
The Detroit Pistons last won a playoff series in 2008.
How did the Pistons manage to win Game 7 against the Magic?
The Pistons won Game 7 by overcoming a 3-1 deficit and securing a 116-94 victory, with strong performances from Cade Cunningham and Tobias Harris.
What were the key player statistics in the Pistons vs Magic Game 7?
Cade Cunningham scored 32 points and had 12 assists, while Tobias Harris added 30 points and 9 rebounds.