Cunningham and Harris Power Pistons to Historic Game 7 Victory Over Magic

Tobias Harris recorded 30 points, nine rebounds, two assists, three steals and a block. He went 11-18 from the field, 5-7 from beyond the arc and 3-3 from the free throw line. (Photo by Montez Miller/Tell Us USA News Network)

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	Cade Cunningham finished tonight’s game with a 32-point, 12-assist double-double, including two blocks and a rebound. (Photo by Montez Miller/Tell Us USA News Network)
	Cunningham and Harris Power Pistons to Historic Game 7 Victory Over Magic Willis Jones - Sports Tell Us Detroit News Bureau DETROIT - The Detroit Pistons punched their ticket to the Eastern Conference semifinals in emphatic fashion on May 3, 2026, defeating the Orlando Magic 116-94 in a decisive Game 7 at Little Caesars Arena. The victory capped a gritty series comeback, as Detroit became the second team this season—joining the Philadelphia 76ers—to overcome a 3-1 series deficit. This historic milestone marks the first time in NBA history that multiple teams have successfully completed 3-1 comebacks in the same playoff round. The Pistons remained undefeated at home in Game 7 scenarios, improving their record to a perfect 5-0. Cade Cunningham orchestrated the offense with a masterful 32-point, 12-assist double-double, becoming the first player in NBA history to record at least 30 points, 10 assists, two blocks, and two three-pointers in a Game 7. He was bolstered by Tobias Harris, who chipped in 30 points on 11-18 shooting, including a blistering 17-point second quarter. This marked the first time a Detroit duo scored 30+ points in a postseason game since 1977. Jalen Duren also provided a significant interior presence with a 15-point, 15-rebound double-double. The contest swung in Detroit’s favor just before halftime. Trailing 43-40 with 3:49 remaining in the second quarter, a Daniss Jenkins three-pointer ignited a 20-6 run that sent the Pistons into the locker room with a 60-49 lead. Detroit maintained a double-digit cushion for the remainder of the game, largely due to their dominance in the paint and superior shooting efficiency. Paolo Banchero led the Magic with a game-high 38 points and nine rebounds, though Orlando could not overcome the Pistons’ balanced offensive attack and 30 team assists. Detroit now advances to the Eastern Conference semifinals, breaking a postseason series drought dating back to 2008.