Pistons Defeat Magic 116-94 in Game 7, Advance to Second Round

Why it matters locally: The Detroit Pistons' victory sets up a second-round playoff series against the Cleveland Cavaliers, impacting Ohio sports fans directly.

The Detroit Pistons defeated the Orlando Magic 116-94 in Game 7 on Sunday, May 3, 2026, to win their first-round playoff series 4-3. Tobias Harris led the Pistons with 30 points, while Cade Cunningham contributed 32 points and 12 assists. This victory marks the Pistons' first playoff series win in 18 years. Detroit advanced to the second round of the playoffs after trailing the series 3-1. In Game 6, the team overcame a 24-point second-half deficit to force the decisive Game 7. The Pistons will now face the Cleveland Cavaliers in the second round, with Game 1 scheduled for Sunday. Harris scored 17 points in the second quarter of Game 7, converting four consecutive shots in the final 2:30 of the period. The Pistons concluded the game with 30 assists, nine steals, six blocks, and 11 offensive rebounds. They made nearly 50% of their 33 three-point attempts. Cunningham consistently scored in key moments throughout the game, hitting three-pointers and floaters.