Pistons cap comeback with Game 7 rout of Magic
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- Cade Cunningham posted 32 points and 12 assists, becoming the seventh player in NBA history with at least 30 points and 10 assists in a Game 7.
- Tobias Harris contributed 30 points and nine rebounds, bolstering Detroit’s offense in the decisive win.
- Jalen Duren recorded a double‑double with 15 points and 15 rebounds, delivering the Pistons’ best performance of the series.
- Paolo Banchero scored 38 points for Orlando, but the Magic fell short as the Pistons surged ahead on a 26‑6 run to seal the 116‑94 victory.
- J.B. Bickerstaff said he never doubted the Pistons could win the series, underscoring the team’s confidence after surviving a 24‑point deficit in Game 6.
Why it matters: The Pistons clinch an Eastern semifinal berth—their first since 2008—adding a 60‑win season milestone and extra playoff revenue, while the Magic’s loss ends their run, cutting off further ticket and broadcast earnings.
