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Magic star Paolo Banchero sounds off on bonkers playoff duel vs. Cade Cunningham

The Orlando Magic found themselves at the center of a historic playoff performance as Paolo Banchero and Cade Cunningham each scored 45 points in Game 5 of their first-round series. Banchero delivered a playoff career-high 45 points in a 116–109 loss, adding nine rebounds and seven assists. Despite the defeat, his performance kept Orlando competitive […] The post Magic star Paolo Banchero sounds off on bonkers playoff duel vs. Cade Cunningham appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pistons’ Cade Cunningham makes ‘undeserving’ admission after heroic Game 5

After losing three of their first four games of the 1-8 first-round series against the Orlando Magic, the Detroit Pistons fought back in a major way in Game 5, scoring a franchise record 45 points in a 116-109 win. Suddenly, the Pistons had life in a series that looked borderline hopeless, secured a victory in […] The post Pistons’ Cade Cunningham makes ‘undeserving’ admission after heroic Game 5 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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2 Magic players most responsible for Game 5 loss to Pistons

The Orlando Magic had a golden opportunity on Wednesday night, as they looked to close out the top-seeded Detroit Pistons in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference quarterfinal series. In a game that saw the Magic playing from behind throughout, they ultimately fell, 116-109. In the loss, Paolo Banchero went bonkers. He scored 45 points […] The post 2 Magic players most responsible for Game 5 loss to Pistons appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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JB Bickerstaff reveals ‘simple’ formula for Pistons success vs. Magic

The Detroit Pistons live to fight another day after a 116-109 Game 5 win over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night at Little Caesars Arena, trimming their first-round playoff series deficit to 3-2. Following the victory head coach JB Bickerstaff explained what he felt made the difference for his team. “It’s a simple formula for […] The post JB Bickerstaff reveals ‘simple’ formula for Pistons success vs. Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Detroit Pistons Realistic Trade Package Pitched For Giannis

The Detroit Pistons could have a realistic chance at acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo this offseason if they want to improve quickly. A lackluster first-round series so far sees Detroit fighting against the Orlando Magic to come back from a 3-1 deficit as the top seed. Even if they win this series, the Pistons have provided little […] The post Detroit Pistons Realistic Trade Package Pitched For Giannis appeared first on HEAVY.

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Pistons’ Cade Cunningham reveals win-or-go-home Game 5 mindset

The Detroit Pistons and Cade Cunningham faced fierce criticism in falling 3-1 to the Orlando Magic. Game 5 left Cunningham and company in win-or-go-home mode Wednesday in the NBA Playoffs. Detroit staved off elimination, hanging on for the 116-109 win at Little Caesars Arena. So how did the perennial NBA All-Star Cunningham approach this contest? […] The post Pistons’ Cade Cunningham reveals win-or-go-home Game 5 mindset appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Pistons’ HC JB Bickerstaff wasn’t surprised by Cade Cunningham’s 45-point Game 5 heater

Detroit Pistons star guard Cade Cunningham delivered a season-saving performance Wednesday, scoring 45 points in a 116–109 win vs. the Orlando Magic to keep the Pistons’ playoff run alive. The victory cut the Magic’s series lead to 3–2 and forced a Game 6, giving the Pistons renewed belief after facing elimination. Cunningham carried the offense […] The post Why Pistons’ HC JB Bickerstaff wasn’t surprised by Cade Cunningham’s 45-point Game 5 heater appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jamahl Mosley unleashes 3 things that handed Pistons Game 5 win over Magic

The Orlando Magic had a chance to break the hearts of the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night by defeating them in five games on home court. The Pistons had high hopes entering the playoffs as the first seed in the Eastern Conference, but dug themselves a 3-1 hole that will be tough to get out […] The post Jamahl Mosley unleashes 3 things that handed Pistons Game 5 win over Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What Cade Cunningham learned about Pistons in Game 5 win over Magic

The Detroit Pistons had their backs against the wall coming into Game 5 against the Orlando Magic after dropping Games 3 and 4 on the road. One more Magic win would lead to one of the most shocking first-round upsets in recent history, but the Pistons had other plans. Playing in front of their home […] The post What Cade Cunningham learned about Pistons in Game 5 win over Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Paolo Banchero makes personal record despite Magic’s Game 5 loss to Pistons

The Orlando Magic were on a mission to close out their first-round series against the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday, and Paolo Banchero played like it. Although the Magic ended up losing Game 5 of the series, 116-109, Banchero put together a memorable performance. The former Duke Blue Devils star forward went off for 45 points […] The post Paolo Banchero makes personal record despite Magic’s Game 5 loss to Pistons appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Calvin Johnson shows love to Pistons during Game 5 vs. Magic

The Detroit Pistons extended their first-round series against the Orlando Magic in the playoffs as they escaped with the win, 116-109, in Game 5 at Little Caesars Arena on Wednesday. The top-seeded Pistons avoided an embarrassing elimination against the eighth-seeded Magic at home. Orlando leads the best-of-seven matchup, 3-2. Cade Cunningham set the tone early, […] The post Calvin Johnson shows love to Pistons during Game 5 vs. Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pistons’ Cade Cunningham makes unbelievable history in Game 5 win vs. Magic

It wasn’t easy, but the Detroit Pistons staved off elimination on Wednesday night. They defeated the upstart Orlando Magic in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference quarterfinal series, 116-109. In the win, Pistons superstar Cade Cunningham did something no player for Detroit had ever done before. He scored 45 points in a playoff game. Yes, […] The post Pistons’ Cade Cunningham makes unbelievable history in Game 5 win vs. Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cade Cunningham ties 2026 playoff record with monster 1st half vs. Magic

Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons are facing elimination in Game 5 of their first-round series in the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Orlando Magic at the Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. If the Pistons are to prolong their season, they need a big performance from their best player, and Cunningham is delivering just that […] The post Cade Cunningham ties 2026 playoff record with monster 1st half vs. Magic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Magic vs. Pistons 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 5 prediction, odds, pick

We’re back with another prediction and pick for the 2026 NBA Playoffs as we turn attention towards a pivotal Game 5 in Eastern Conference First Round. The eight-seeded Orlando Magic will look to stun the one-seed Detroit Pistons, leading the series 3-1. Check our NBA Playoffs odds series for the Magic-Pistons prediction and pick. The Orlando Magic upset […] The post Magic vs. Pistons 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 5 prediction, odds, pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pistons most to blame for stunning 3-1 series deficit vs. Magic that threatens to ruin 60-win season

The Detroit Pistons entered the 2026 NBA Playoffs in their best position to win their first championship since 2004, but instead find themselves in a 3-1 hole against the eight-seeded Orlando Magic. After dominating all season, J.B. Bickerstaff, Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren are suddenly in danger of becoming just the seventh one-seed to bow […] The post Pistons most to blame for stunning 3-1 series deficit vs. Magic that threatens to ruin 60-win season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Fantasy Basketball 2026-27: The Next Tier of Guards Ready to Jump 

Fantasy basketball always finds a way to recycle the same lesson. The stars cost a premium. The sleepers get hyped into oblivion. And somewhere in between sits the sweet spot.That’s where you win. If you’re digging into next-tier guards, this is the group that should have your full attention. We’re ...

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