NBA Playoffs 2026: The Pistons survive the Cavs, and there will be a Game 7

Detroit Pistons once again survived when they were on the ropes in the 2026 NBA Playoffs. J.B. Bickerstaff's team defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 115-94 on Friday night, forcing a seventh game in the Eastern Conference semifinals, which will be played on Sunday in Detroit.

With this victory, the Pistons have now won four consecutive elimination games during this postseason, the most since the Boston Celtics achieved the same feat in 2023.

"They never give up," declared Bickerstaff. "The determination they have and the confidence among them are enormous. They are capable of mentally bouncing back and not getting stuck in defeats."

Detroit built the win from behind. After a closely contested first half, the Pistons raised their defensive intensity and completely dismantled the Cavaliers after halftime.

Cleveland only shot 29% from the field in the second half and finished the game below 40% in total accuracy.

"We did what we had to do," assured Bickerstaff. "When we are at our best, it all starts with defense. With physical intensity. I liked that they let us play our style, being aggressive and complicating every possession for the opponent."

Cunningham leads a team effort

Cade Cunningham once again took on the offensive spotlight, finishing with 21 points, including five triples, although Detroit's victory came thanks to a very balanced performance.

Jalen Duren probably had his best game of the series with 15 points and 11 rebounds, while Daniss Jenkins also contributed 15 points. From the bench, Paul Reed added 17 points and Duncan Robinson returned after missing the fifth game due to back issues to score 14 points with four triples.

Now, the series will be decided in a seventh game with Pistons clearly holding the momentum, turning every critical situation into a new opportunity to keep advancing.

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