Pistons End Playoff Drought, Level Series Against Magic

51 articles · Updated · CBS Sports · Apr 23

The Detroit Pistons defeated the Orlando Magic 98-83 in Game 2, evening their first-round NBA playoff series.
Cade Cunningham led Detroit with 27 points and 11 assists, ending the Pistons’ 11-game home playoff losing streak dating back to 2008.
Detroit’s improved team effort and dominant third quarter contrasted with their Game 1 loss, highlighting ongoing questions about consistency and offensive support.

Has Coach Bickerstaff solved Detroit's weaknesses, or will Orlando expose new flaws at home?

Is Jalen Duren's inconsistent performance the true X-factor that will decide this series?

Will the Magic deploy their 'German joker' Moritz Wagner to counter Detroit's renewed aggression?

Will Cade Cunningham's recent lung injury impact his endurance in this long, physical series?

Is Detroit's 60-win season a sign of a weak conference, not true championship contention?