Detroit Pistons beat Orlando Magic 93-79 forcing Game 7 in amazing comeback
Detroit fans react to Pistons forcing Game 7 after stunning comeback in Orlando
The Detroit Pistons made an incredible comeback Friday night after being down 24 points against the Orlando Magic. They claimed victory, winning 93-79 forcing Game 7.
(FOX 2) - The Detroit Pistons made an incredible comeback Friday night after being down 24 points against the Orlando Magic. They claimed victory, winning 93-79 forcing Game 7.
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After 60 wins in the regular season and earning the No. 1 seed, the Pistons have faced a rough start to their playoff run, trailing 3-1 at the start of the week.
However, Detroit brought fans hope after a 116-109 win forcing Game 6.
That same night, Cade Cunningham earned 45 points, setting a Detroit playoff record.
On Friday, the Pistons looked like they were facing elimination, being down 24 points, 38-62, in the early third. Detroit answered back, however, taking the lead in the fourth and winning the game, serving elimination and forcing Game 7.
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The next game will decide who moves on to the second round. It was the year 2008 when the Pistons lost in the East finals. Since they have not advanced to the second round.
Game 7 is scheduled for Sunday, May 3 at 3:30 p.m.
Detroit Pistons beat Magic 116-109 surviving Game 5
The Pistons have one last shot before elimination while facing the Orlando Magic at home in Detroit on Wednesday.