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Pistons vs Magic NBA Playoff Game 3 Predictions: Odds, recent stats, trends and best bets for April 25
TL;DR
The Pistons and Magic are tied 1-1 in their playoff series, with Game 3 set in Orlando. Detroit improved its shooting but struggles with free throws, while Orlando needs to boost its three-point percentage.
Key points
- Pistons tied the series 1-1 with a Game 2 victory
- Magic shot 33% from the field in Game 2
- Pistons improved shooting from Game 1 to Game 2
- Orlando needs to improve three-point shooting
- Game 3 is pivotal for both teams
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Detroit tied up the series 1-1 with a 98-83 Game 2 victory at home, but now head to Orlando for a pivotal Game 3.
The Magic shot 33% from the field in Game 2 after hitting 49% of their shots in Game 1's upset win in Detroit. Orlando has been inconsistent this season, so which offense shows up could dictate the tempo after two low scoring games. Orlando has shot 18 of 66 (27.2%) from three in the two games series, which has to improve at home.
The Pistons went 2-1 in playoff road games last season, winning the past two. Detroit improved its shooting from Game 1 (40%) to Game 2 (46%) but 19 missed free throws in two games is a problem (43/62, 69.3%). The Pistons also lost the turnover battle in both games at home. Detroit had the third-best defensive net rating during the regular season on the road and ranked 10th in assist to turnover ratio.
Lets take a closer look at tonight’s matchup and take into consideration lineups, injuries, and other factors affecting the line and total.
We’ve got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on how to catch tipoff, odds courtesy of DraftKings recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts.
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Game Details and How to Watch Live: Magic vs. Pistons
- Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM EST
- Site: Kia Center
- City: Orlando, FL
- NBC / Peacock
Q&A
What are the Pistons' recent playoff performance stats?
The Pistons went 2-1 in playoff road games last season and improved their shooting from 40% in Game 1 to 46% in Game 2.
How did the Magic perform in Game 2 against the Pistons?
The Magic shot 33% from the field in Game 2 after a strong 49% shooting in Game 1, indicating inconsistency.
What are the key factors for the Pistons in Game 3?
Key factors for the Pistons include improving their free throw shooting, where they missed 19 free throws across the two games.
What is the current series score between the Pistons and Magic?
The series is currently tied 1-1 after the Pistons' victory in Game 2.