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Pistons vs Magic score prediction in Game 3, X-factor, key questions
TL;DR
The Detroit Pistons won Game 2 against the Orlando Magic, tying the series 1-1. Game 3 is set for April 25 at 1 p.m. on Peacock, where the Pistons aim to regain homecourt advantage.
Key points
- Pistons won Game 2, tying the series 1-1
- Game 3 is on April 25 at 1 p.m. ET
- Pistons aim to regain homecourt advantage
- Tobias Harris highlighted team energy and effort
- Pistons had a strong third quarter with a 30-3 run
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ORLANDO – The Detroit Pistons got the response they needed in Game 2, dominating the third quarter to secure a 98-83 win. Now, they have an opportunity to regain control of the series on the road.
The Pistons will face the Orlando Magic in Game 3 on Saturday, April 25 (1 p.m., Peacock). With the series tied 1-1, a Pistons win would give them homecourt advantage again after a surprise upset in Game 1. The Pistons look to build momentum coming off of a strong second half on Wednesday, which they opened with a 30-3 run.
"I thought we came out with the type of energy and the type of effort that we needed on the defensive end and I thought offensively we were able to find the gaps in the defense we needed to make the right plays," forward Tobias Harris said. "I thought we got more ball movement, more body movement, and that let us go on that run. As you know, when we're able to get stops and get out in transition that’s when we’re at our best, and I thought we did a great job of that in the third."
Here are two questions the Pistons will have to answer in Game 3, plus a prediction.
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Can they get Jalen Duren rolling?
It has been a slow start to the series for the first-time All-Star, who has averaged just 9.5 points, eight rebounds and seven seven shot attempts over the two games. He has been far less involved and less assertive compared to his breakout regular season, in which he averaged 19.5 points, 10.5 rebounds and 11.5 shot attempts per game.
Orlando has committed fully to swarming the paint and denying Duren passes and shot opportunities. But even in a couple one-on-one matchups with Magic center on Wednesday, Duren was unable to get to his preferred spot and shoot a clean attempt.
Q&A
What time is Game 3 between the Pistons and Magic?
Game 3 is scheduled for April 25 at 1 p.m. ET.
How did the Pistons perform in Game 2 against the Magic?
The Pistons dominated the third quarter to secure a 98-83 victory in Game 2.
What is at stake for the Pistons in Game 3?
A win in Game 3 would give the Pistons homecourt advantage in the series.
Who is the key player for the Pistons in Game 3?
Forward Tobias Harris is a key player, emphasizing the importance of energy and defensive effort.
