The Detroit Pistons overcame a 3-1 series deficit to defeat the Orlando Magic 116-94 in Game 7 of the NBA playoffs on May 3, 2026. This victory marks the Pistons’ first playoff series win in 18 years. Cade Cunningham led the team with an impressive performance.
Cunningham scored 32 points and provided 12 assists during the decisive game. Tobias Harris contributed significantly with 30 points. The duo became the first Pistons teammates to score at least 30 points in the same playoff game since 1977.
The game took place at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. The Pistons entered Game 7 after winning two consecutive games to tie the series. They trailed by as many as 24 points in Game 6 but managed a dramatic comeback victory.
Key statistics from Game 7:
- Cade Cunningham: 32 points, 12 assists
- Tobias Harris: 30 points
- Jalen Duren: First double-double of the series with 15 points and 15 rebounds
- Paolo Banchero (Magic): Scored 38 points
- Pistons’ halftime lead: 60-49 after a late run
The Pistons became only the 15th team in NBA history to recover from a 3-1 series deficit. They will now face the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference semi-finals. The Magic struggled offensively, scoring only a total of 113 points in their last six quarters of the series.
This comeback victory is significant for the franchise, which last won a postseason series when they defeated Orlando in the second round back in 2008. The team has shown resilience and determination throughout this playoff run.
