Pistons hold off Cavs to win series-opener
TL;DR
The Detroit Pistons defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 111-101 in the series opener of the NBA Eastern Conference semi-finals, taking a 1-0 lead. Cade Cunningham led the Pistons with 23 points, while Donovan Mitchell scored 23 for Cleveland.
Key points
- Pistons won 111-101 against Cavaliers in series opener
- Cade Cunningham scored 23 points for Detroit
- Donovan Mitchell led Cleveland with 23 points
- Pistons aim to protect home court in the series
- Detroit previously came back from 3-1 down in the first round
Q&A
What was the final score of the Pistons vs Cavaliers game?
The final score was 111-101 in favor of the Detroit Pistons.
Who were the top scorers in the Pistons vs Cavaliers game?
Cade Cunningham led the Pistons with 23 points, while Donovan Mitchell also scored 23 points for the Cavaliers.
What is the significance of the Pistons' win over the Cavaliers?
The Pistons' victory gives them a 1-0 lead in the NBA Eastern Conference semi-finals, crucial for their playoff advancement.