Pistons Pull Off Historic Comeback to Force Decisive Game 7

Cade Cunningham delivered a signature playoff performance. The star guard was relentless, finishing with a towering stat line of 32 points, 10 rebounds, 4 steals, 3 assists, and a block. (Photo by ABC Sports)

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	From the Brink: Pistons Pull Off Historic Comeback to Force Decisive Game 7 Willis Jones Tell Us Detroit News Bureau ORLANDO, Fla. - Facing elimination on the road, the Detroit Pistons displayed the grit and defensive identity that has defined their postseason push, smothering the Orlando Magic in a 93–79 victory on Friday night. The win knots the Eastern Conference first-round series at 3–3, setting the stage for a high-stakes Game 7 at Little Caesars Arena. With their season on the line, Cade Cunningham delivered a signature playoff performance. The star guard was relentless, finishing with a towering stat line of 32 points, 10 rebounds, 4 steals, 3 assists, and a block. Cunningham spearheaded a Pistons offense that remained composed under pressure, but his impact was felt most in his ability to settle the team whenever Orlando threatened to make a run. While Cunningham handled the scoring, Detroit’s collective defense won the game. After a back-and-forth first half, the Pistons’ lockdown mentality took over in the final two quarters. The defensive statistics from the closing stretch were staggering, as Orlando went cold at the worst possible moment, missing 27 of their final 28 shots from the floor. Detroit forced the Magic into inefficient perimeter looks and congested the paint, preventing any rhythm for Orlando’s young core. The series has been a physical, emotional seesaw. Orlando entered Friday with a 3–2 advantage and the chance to close things out on their home floor. Instead, Detroit showed poise, forcing the first Game 7 of this year’s Eastern Conference playoffs. The victory ensures that the series will be decided in Detroit. The Pistons return home with significant momentum, looking to complete the comeback from a 3–2 deficit in front of their home fans at Little Caesars Arena on Sunday.