Pistons vs. Magic Score
The Detroit Pistons found themselves on the brink of elimination during their Game 6 matchup against the Orlando Magic, but a dominant second-half performance from Cade Cunningham turned the tide in their favor. The Pistons outscored the Magic by 36 points in that game, forcing a decisive Game 7. Cunningham’s 32-point display will be remembered as one of the most pivotal moments in Pistons history, especially if Detroit manages to complete the comeback on Sunday.
The Pistons had been down 3-1 in the series, but they have now won two consecutive games, regaining home-court advantage for the upcoming Game 7. Alongside Cunningham, Tobias Harris contributed significantly with 22 points, while Ausar Thompson provided crucial defensive support. Despite being the only Eastern Conference team to secure 60 wins during the regular season, the Pistons have struggled to maintain that level of performance in the playoffs.
On the other side, the Magic are reeling from a disastrous Game 6 where they blew a 24-point lead. While their defense has remained strong throughout the series, their offense has experienced critical droughts that could jeopardize their season. Paolo Banchero has had a solid overall series, but the Magic are missing Franz Wagner due to a calf injury. Wagner’s absence was a key factor in the Magic scoring an NBA-low 19 points in the second half of Game 6, and it remains uncertain whether he will be available for Game 7.
The winner of this series will face the Cleveland Cavaliers versus Toronto Raptors Game 7 in the second round, which is set to begin next week.
Where to Watch Pistons vs. Magic
Fans can catch the Pistons vs. Magic Game 7 live on Fubo. This is the platform offering the broadcast for the match. For those who prefer a traditional TV experience, ABC will be airing the game. Mike Breen, Tim Legler, and Jamal Crawford will be on the call for the broadcast. Alternatively, viewers can stream the game using the ESPN App or Fubo, which provides a free trial for new users.
Pistons vs. Magic Schedule 2026
Here is the schedule for the Pistons vs. Magic series in the 2026 NBA playoffs:
- Game 1: April 19 – Magic 112, Pistons 101
- Game 2: April 22 – Pistons 98, Magic 83
- Game 3: April 25 – Magic 113, Pistons 105
- Game 4: April 27 – Magic 94, Pistons 88
- Game 5: April 29 – Pistons 116, Magic 109
- Game 6: May 1 – Pistons 93, Magic 79
- Game 7: May 3 – Pistons vs. Magic at 3:30 p.m. ET from Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan
This Game 7 will be the first of two scheduled on the same day, with the Cleveland Cavaliers versus Toronto Raptors matchup following shortly after. The Pistons vs. Magic Game 7 will be broadcast on ABC, with streaming options available through Fubo and the ESPN App.
Live Updates and Highlights
For real-time updates and highlights from the Pistons vs. Magic Game 7, fans can follow along with live scores and developments from the 2026 NBA playoffs. This section will be updated as the game progresses.
Additional Information
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