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NBA Announces Three Mistakes in Pistons' Win Against Magic

NBA Announces Three Mistakes in Pistons' Win Against Magic

Cade Cunningham and Paolo Banchero had a showdown for the ages on Wednesday night as the Detroit Pistons played in a must-win situation. The pair scored 45 points each, but it was the Pistons guard who delivered the biggest shots to give his team a 116–109 victory.

Detroit Pistons News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30
Cade Cunningham gets punished by the NBA after Game 5

Cade Cunningham gets punished by the NBA after Game 5

Cade Cunningham was absolutely brilliant in Wednesday’s Game 5 but is now being reprimanded after the fact. The NBA announced on Thursday that they are giving the Detroit Pistons superstar point guard Cunningham a retroactive flagrant 1 foul.

Detroit Pistons News / Yardbarker / April 30
Pistons share troubling injury news ahead of Game 6 vs. Magic

Pistons share troubling injury news ahead of Game 6 vs. Magic

In a series where Detroit is fighting for its life, having him sidelined could be extra hard on the team.

Pistons avoid elimination vs. Magic behind Cade Cunningham's historic performance
Pistons' Cade Cunningham did what even the 'Bad Boys' era of players couldn't
Down 3-2, Pistons shift pressure to Paolo Banchero, Magic in Game 6
Angel Reese appears to take a shot at her ex-boyfriend Jalen Duren
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The 'Active 20-PPG NBA seasons' quiz

The 'Active 20-PPG NBA seasons' quiz

How many of the active NBA players who have averaged 20 points-per-game or more in at least three seasons can you name in six minutes?

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Detroit Pistons News / Stadium Rant / April 30
What is Happening With The Detroit Pistons In The 2026 Playoffs?

What is Happening With The Detroit Pistons In The 2026 Playoffs?

The Detroit Pistons entered the 2026 NBA playoffs as the best team in the Eastern Conference by record, but now they face elimination. A 60-win team and the first-seed in the East are on the brink of having their amazing regular-season cut short in just the first round of the playoffs.

NBA News / Yardbarker
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

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 / Yardbarker / April 30
Cunningham did what even the 'Bad Boys' era of players couldn't

Pistons' Cade Cunningham did what even the 'Bad Boys' era of players couldn't

Cunningham has just done something that even the players in that "Bad Boys" era couldn't accomplish.

Pistons avoid elimination vs. Magic behind Cade Cunningham's historic performance
Cade Cunningham pours in 45 as Pistons extend series vs. Magic
The 'Playoff scoring record by team' quiz
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The 'Playoff scoring record by team' quiz

The 'Playoff scoring record by team' quiz

How many of the players who scored the most points in a playoff game for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

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.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29
Pistons’ Ausar Thompson reveals ‘aggressive’ text to brother Amen before Rockets’ Game 5

Pistons’ Ausar Thompson reveals ‘aggressive’ text to brother Amen before Rockets’ Game 5

The Detroit Pistons stayed alive in their first-round series against the Orlando Magic in the playoffs after pulling off the hard-earned win, 116-109, in Game 5 at Little Caesars Arena on Wednesday.

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J.B. Bickerstaff News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29

JB Bickerstaff reveals ‘simple’ formula for Pistons success vs. Magic

The Detroit Pistons live to fight another day after a 116-109 Game 5 win over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night at Little Caesars Arena, trimming their first-round playoff series deficit to 3-2.

NBA News / Ball Exclusives / April 30
Watch: Pistons take down Magic in Game 5 to keep season alive

Watch: Pistons take down Magic in Game 5 to keep season alive

With their backs against the wall, the Detroit Pistons took down the Orlando Magic 116-109 in Game 5 on Wednesday to stay alive and cut the series deficit to 3-2.

Detroit Pistons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29
Bill Simmons regrets Jalen Duren All-NBA decision

Bill Simmons regrets Jalen Duren All-NBA decision

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren was one of the biggest success stories for the team during their phenomenal regular season campaign. He emerged as one of the best big men in the league, with his athleticism powering his defensive exploits and explosive verticality.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 29
Cade Cunningham's historic night leads Pistons to Game 5 win

Pistons avoid elimination vs. Magic behind Cade Cunningham's historic performance

As the Orlando Magic stormed back in the final six minutes, the Detroit Pistons couldn't get baskets from anyone but Cade Cunningham. So their All-Star guard did it himself.

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Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / April 29
Detroit Pistons Front Office Reportedly Set To Hunt For Stars This Summer

Detroit Pistons Front Office Reportedly Set To Hunt For Stars This Summer

The last time the Orlando Magic were up three games to Detroit's one game in the first round of the postseason, the Pistons stormed back to defeat Doc Rivers' Magic in 2003.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / April 29
Two Detroit Pistons Adjustments That Will Decide Game 5

Two Detroit Pistons Adjustments That Will Decide Game 5

When it comes to winning in the NBA playoffs, making consistent adjustments can be the difference between advancing and going home. With the Detroit Pistons returning home to the Motor City down 3-1 against the Orlando Magic, coach J.B.

Detroit Pistons News / Total Pro Sports / April 29
Detroit Pistons Reportedly Targeting Two High-Impact Western Conference Stars

Detroit Pistons Reportedly Targeting Two High-Impact Western Conference Stars

The Detroit Pistons finished the 2025-26 regular season at the top of the Eastern Conference standings. However, they have suffered a dramatic setback despite the availability of their star players, including Cade Cunningham.

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 28
Pistons aiming to avoid historic early exit vs. Magic

Pistons aiming to avoid historic early exit vs. Magic

The Detroit Pistons need a three-game winning streak to avoid joining an infamous list. Only six top seeds in NBA history have flamed out in the first round of the playoffs to a No.

Angel Reese appears to take a shot at her ex-boyfriend Jalen Duren

Angel Reese appears to take a shot at her ex-boyfriend Jalen Duren

Angel Reese is back at it again.  The Atlanta Dream star has another reason to celebrate after the Orlando Magic defeated the Detroit Pistons on Monday, 94-88, at Kia Center in Orlando, Fla., to take a 3-1 series lead in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs.

Detroit Pistons News / NBA Analysis Network / April 27
Pistons were outrebounded 63-50 in Game 3 and Orlando is winning Detroit’s kind of series

Pistons were outrebounded 63-50 in Game 3 and Orlando is winning Detroit’s kind of series

The Detroit Pistons lost Game 3 to Orlando 113-105 and trail the series 2-1. The score is not the problem. The rebounding margin is. Orlando outrebounded Detroit 63-50 and grabbed 14 offensive rebounds.

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