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The Detroit Pistons staged a remarkable comeback from a 22-point deficit to defeat the Orlando Magic in Game 6 of the NBA playoffs on May 2, 2026. This victory forced a decisive Game 7 at Little Caesars Arena. The Pistons had been down 3-1 in the series before this crucial win.

Cade Cunningham led the charge for Detroit, scoring 24 points in the second half. His performance was pivotal as the Pistons overcame a significant deficit. The Magic had previously dominated, leading by as much as 22 points during the game.

In a surprising turn, Orlando struggled offensively, scoring just 19 points in the second half. This marked their lowest scoring half in playoff history. The Pistons took advantage of this and closed out the game effectively.

Key statistics from Game 6:

• Cade Cunningham scored 24 points in the second half.
• The Magic scored only 19 points in the second half.
• The Pistons were down 3-1 in the series before winning Game 6.

The series now heads to a decisive Game 7. The winner will advance to face either the Cavaliers or Raptors. This matchup is critical for both teams, especially for the Pistons, who have not won a playoff series since before their recent rebuild.

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Game 5 was scheduled for April 29, 2026, at 7 p.m. ET. and The winner of this series will face off against the winner of Cavaliers-Raptors.

Ausar Thompson has been notable throughout the series, recording 14 blocks, leading both teams. Meanwhile, Paolo Banchero has made headlines with his playoff-leading total of 66 foul shots.

This series is historic for both franchises. The Magic have not won a playoff series since 2010, while the Pistons aim to prove their resurgence with this upcoming Game 7 showdown.