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One Player From Orlando Magic Is Becoming a Major Issue for the Detroit Pistons

It’s not the situation the Detroit Pistons thought they would be in when they entered the NBA playoffs as the Eastern Conference’s No. 1 seed, but heading into Monday night’s pivotal Game 4, the Pistons are down 2-1. The Pistons' 17-point fourth-quarter comeback against the Magic fell just short as they lost 113-105 in Game 3.

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Pistons need All-Star version of Jalen Duren to hang with Magic

Detroit center Jalen Duren has been unusually quiet during his team's first-round series against the Orlando Magic. That likely needs to change soon if the Pistons intend to earn their first playoff-series win since 2008.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 26

Pistons most to blame for 2-1 series deficit vs. Magic after ugly Game 3 loss

On Saturday afternoon, the Detroit Pistons fell behind 2-1 in their first round playoff series against the Orlando Magic with an ugly 113-105 loss in Game 3.

Detroit Pistons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 26

Pistons’ Cade Cunningham makes Jalen Duren promise after embarrassing start to Magic series

The Detroit Pistons find themselves with plenty to do in their first-round series against the Orlando Magic after losing Game 3 113-105. The No. 1 seed Detroit have not played like the team they have looked all season, coming into the series after going 60-22 in the regular season.

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J.B. Bickerstaff News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 25

Why JB Bickerstaff won’t ‘hang onto’ Pistons’ ugly Game 3 loss to Magic

The Detroit Pistons find themselves in a troublesome hole, down 2-1 in their first-round series against the Orlando Magic. Their Game 3 matchup ended with a 113-105 loss, where the Pistons were playing catch-up for the majority of the contest.

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The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

Detroit Pistons News / Larry Brown Sports / April 25

Cade Cunningham addressed Jalen Duren’s alarming situation after Game 3

The Detroit Pistons are facing serious trouble in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs, and Jalen Duren is partly to blame for it. Still, Pistons star guard Cade Cunningham believes that his teammate will get it together sooner rather than later.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 25

Jalen Rose down bad after Pistons’ Game 3 loss to Magic

Jalen Rose is a proud Detroit Pistons fan, growing up in the city and then going on to star at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. Rose was never on the Pistons in his 13-year NBA career, but now that he is in the media, he isn’t afraid to share that he is still a fan of the Pistons.

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / April 25

Refs Miss Massive Violation in Detroit Pistons’ Game-Changing Sequence vs. Orlando Magic

Refereeing mistakes have taken center stage in the league this season, raising eyebrows among players and fans alike. Many have voiced their frustrations over missed calls and perceived favoritism towards certain teams.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / April 25

Detroit Pistons Fourth Quarter Comeback Falls Short In Game 3 Loss to Magic

Despite overcoming a 17-point deficit to take the lead late in the fourth quarter, the Detroit Pistons' comeback fell short as the Magic made key plays down the stretch to seal the 113-105 win in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference first-round series and take a 2-1 series lead.

NBA News / Detroit Bad Boys / April 25

Detroit in deep trouble after dropping game 3

All the Magic was on Orlando’s side as the Detroit Pistons dropped Game 3 113-105 to the Orlando Magic and face a 2-1 series deficit and plenty of questions.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 25

Pistons inch closer to stunning first-round exit with Game 3 loss

Pistons inch closer to stunning first-round exit with Game 3 road loss to Magic

The Detroit Pistons are halfway to a stunning first-round exit.

Isaiah Stewart gets flagrant foul for whacking Jalen Suggs in the face

Cade Cunningham addressed Jalen Duren’s situation after Game 3

Karl Anthony-Towns gets Knicks back in series vs. Hawks

Knicks hold CJ McCollum in check in series-tying win

Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown help Celtics take Game 3 vs. 76ers

Raptors' Immanuel Quickley ruled out for remainder of first round

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

Detroit Pistons News / Hoops Wire / April 25

Pistons focusing on defense, yet again, for Game 3: ‘Making extra efforts’

The Pistons have a pretty clear formula right now. Defend. Pressure. Make everything uncomfortable. That showed up in a big way in Game 2 of their first-round series against the Magic.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / April 24

Where to Watch Detroit Pistons vs. Magic Game 3: Time, Streaming, Breakdown

Following a dominant second-half performance that fueled their 98-83 Game 2 first-round series win over the Orlando Magic, the Detroit Pistons look to ride the momentum and continue to play the brand of basketball that helped them earn the No.

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Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / April 24

Pistons Insider: What We Know After 1-1 Start in NBA Playoffs

The first two games of the Detroit Pistons’ first-round NBA playoff series against the Orlando Magic provided fans with several highs and lows. After suffering a stunning 112-101 defeat in Game 1, the Pistons used a dominant second-half performance in Game 2 to tie the series at 1 heading to Orlando.

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 24

Pistons look to carry momentum into Game 3 vs. Magic

The Detroit Pistons almost were unrecognizable for the first six quarters of their first-round series against the Orlando Magic, but that all changed in the span of about eight minutes.

NBA News / Stadium Rant / April 24

Detroit Pistons Crush Orlando Magic In A Must-Win Game 2

The Detroit Pistons defeated the Orlando Magic 98-83 on Wednesday night in what essentially felt like a must-win game two matchup. Only five teams in NBA history have lost the first two games of a playoff series at home and still won the series.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / April 23

Two Detroit Pistons Adjustments That Decided Game 2

Detroit basketball took a one-game hiatus in Game 1 of their first round playoff series against the Orlando Magic, but behind head coach J.B. Bickerstaff's leadership, they remembered exactly who they are.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 23

Cade Cunningham matches Pistons icon Isiah Thomas as Detroit ties series

Putting on his proverbial cape when called upon, Cade Cunningham led the Detroit Pistons to a much-needed Game 2 win on Thursday night.

Pistons blow out Magic in Game 2 with dominant third quarter

Wendell Carter Jr., Jalen Duren's rivalry continues in Magic-Pistons series

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NBA News / Field Level Media / April 22

Shooting woes sink Magic as Pistons even up series in G2

Cade Cunningham scored 27 points and had 11 assists and Tobias Harris added 16 points and 11 rebounds on Wednesday night as the Detroit Pistons bounced back to even their Eastern Conference playoff series with a 98-83 victory over the visiting Orlando Magic.

Detroit Pistons News / Larry Brown Sports / April 18

Pistons turn ice cream into a sneaker cup sensation

The Detroit Pistons are lacing up for the 2026 playoffs with a concession menu that refuses to play by the rules. At the heart of the fun sits the Full Court Press Sundae: Creamy vanilla ice cream drenched in red or blue soda, showered with sprinkles, and crowned with a Pistons topper.