Cavaliers vs. Pistons Game 5 – 2026 NBA Playoffs: Prediction, Odds, and Injury Updates (May 13)

James Harden put his injury scare behind him to deliver some decent performances. With Chris Fedor reporting a probable hand injury, the veteran star dropped an impressive 24 points to lead his team to victory. Winning the game 112-103, the Cavaliers drew level 2-2 in round 2 of the postgame series. 

Thankfully for Cavaliers fans, Harden is not the only player performing well. Donovan Mitchell, too, had a stellar outing in Game 4. Having logged in for just 37 minutes, Mitchell dropped a staggering 43 points. As in Game 5, he will be expected to continue his surge. The star player had a muted first half, scoring just 4 points. But in the third quarter, the 29-year-old erupted for 21 points. 

For the Pistons, however, the playoffs have been looking quite dicey. In the regular season, Detroit looked like a potential championship contender. Having finished with a 60-22 record, the road ahead was supposed to be easy. Unfortunately, with Cade Cunningham struggling to play at his A-game, the vibe has carried throughout the team. Now, as both teams will be looking to clinch Game 5, the fans will have a banger on their hands. 

What Are The Odds For The Cavaliers vs. Detroit Pistons

The odds will be updated later.