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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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Winners and Losers From Detroit Pistons NBA Playoffs Game 2 Win Over Orlando Magic

The Detroit Pistons returned to the play style that helped them secure the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference during the regular season, using dominant defense and team chemistry to defeat the Orlando Magic 98-83 in Game 2 of their first-round series on Wednesday night at Little Caesars Arena.

Detroit Pistons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 23

How Isaiah Stewart’s roughhousing turned Pistons’ Jalen Duren into an All-Star

The Detroit Pistons climbed back into their series against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night, picking up a 98-83 victory at home in a game that wasn’t as close as the final score suggested.

J.B. Bickerstaff News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 23

Pistons’ J.B. Bickerstaff didn’t ‘pay attention to that s**’t’ when critics came howling after Game 1

On Wednesday evening, the Detroit Pistons picked up a much-needed blowout win at home over the Orlando Magic to tie up their first round series at one game apiece.

Tobias Harris News / Detroit Pistons on SI / April 23

Tobias Harris Said Something Interesting After Detroit Pistons Game 2 Win

It’s half-time, and the Detroit Pistons and Orlando Magic are knotted at 46-46. The spark that was needed from the No.1 team in the East was nowhere to be seen, and you sensed nerves already building from the crowd.

Charles Barkley News / The Spun / April 23

Charles Barkley Was In Disgust Over Pregame NBA Handshake

Charles Barkley knew the Orlando Magic were going to lose Game 2 of their playoff series with the Detroit Pistons before the first quarter even started.

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.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 22

Pistons blow out Magic in Game 2 with dominant third quarter

Through the first six quarters of their first-round series, the Orlando Magic were as good or better than the top-seeded Detroit Pistons. Then the third quarter of Game 2 happened.

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

Charles Barkley calls out Magic players over questionable pregame moment

Patrick Ewing explains why he would still dominate modern NBA era

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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 21

Isaiah Stewart had an incident with Desmond Bane before Game 1

Two of the NBA’s most mercurial personalities went at it before Sunday’s game. Isaiah Stewart of the Detroit Pistons had an incident with Desmond Bane of the Orlando Magic before Game 1 of their first-round playoff series on Sunday.

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.