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Apr 25, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (4) shoots the ball against the Detroit Pistons in the fourth quarter during game three of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

A lot of little things added up to a 2-1 series lead for the Orlando Magic over the Detroit Pistons.

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A lot of little things added up to a 2-1 series lead for the Orlando Magic over the Detroit Pistons.

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Apr 25, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (22) reacts after a basket against the Detroit Pistons in the fourth quarter during game three of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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Orlando took a 2-1 series lead over Detroit and there were some who stood out for the Magic more than others.

Apr 22, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane (3) dribbles in the first half against the Detroit Pistons during game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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Orlando scored the game's final nine points to take a 2-1 series lead against Detroit behind Desmond Bane and Paolo Banchero.

Apr 22, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (4) knocks the ball from Detroit Pistons guard Daniss Jenkins (24) in the second half during game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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The Orlando Magic look to take a commanding 2-1 lead against the Detroit Pistons as the Eastern Conference playoffs continue. Jalen Suggs has stepped up, while Cade Cunningham continues to be the driving force for the top seed. Get a preview.

Apr 22, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Ausar Thompson (9) passes on Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) in the second half during game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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The series is tied at one apiece.

Detroit Pistons guard Daniss Jenkins dribbles defended by Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze.

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The Orlando Magic return home for a pivotal Game 3 against the Detroit Pistons. From bench depth to third-quarter adjustments, see what to expect as this first-round series reaches a tipping point.

Apr 22, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane (3) dribbles defended by Detroit Pistons guard Daniss Jenkins (24) in the first half during game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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The Playoffs are a chess match. Who makes the next move between Paolo Banchero, Cade Cunningham and others in a 1-1 series between the Magic and Pistons?

Feb 15, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Orlando Magic mascot Stuff the Magic Dragon enters the court during the 75th NBA All Star Game at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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NBA sold playoff exclusivity to national outlets, removing the local broadcast voice of teams and it has frustrated Orlando Magic and league voices alike.

Apr 22, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) dribbles defended by Detroit Pistons guard Kevin Huerter (27) in the first half during game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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Orlando's offense slammed into a brick wall in Game 2, loss that allowed Detroit to tie the series

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs talks to referee James Capers in the second half

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The Orlando Magic lost Game 2 after a 30-3 Pistons run, but history and metrics favor a bounce-back. Discover why Orlando is still poised for a series win.

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The Detroit Pistons rode Cade Cunningham to a bounce back win against the Magic to tie the series

Apr 22, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (22) dribbles defended by Detroit Pistons guard Kevin Huerter (27) in the first half during game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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Detroit more than just responded in Game 2.

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner dribbles defended by Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris

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The Orlando Magic head back to the Kia Center with a 1-1 series split after a tough Game 2 loss to the Detroit Pistons. Read the full tactical breakdown and observations here.

Apr 19, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) is defended by Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (4) in the second half during the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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The Orlando Magic look to take a commanding 2-0 lead vs. the Detroit Pistons in the Eastern Conference's 1 vs. 8 series. Orlando never trailed in the series opener on Sunday, getting strong games from Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner in pulling the upset.

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The Magic can go home with a commanding lead in the series with the top-seeded Pistons

Apr 3, 2021; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Jalen Suggs (1) celebrate making the game winning shot against the UCLA Bruins in the national semifinals of the Final Four of the 2021 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

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Orlando Magic coach Jamahl Mosley tried to remind his core players what they accomplished in college, prior to a game with the season on the line

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs and forward Paolo Banchero.

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Discover why Paolo Banchero’s elite efficiency and leadership make him the primary threat to the Detroit Pistons in Game 2. Explore the tactical breakdown of his Game 1 performance and what it means for the Orlando Magic's playoff run.

Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris is defended by Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black.

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Orlando Magic lead the series 1-0. Detroit Pistons expert Caden Handwork breaks down Jalen Duren’s outlook, defending Paolo Banchero and Game 2 predictions.

Mar 1, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Former NBA players Tracy McGrady and Vince Carter react before a game between the Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images

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Orlando stars past (Tracy McGrady) and present (Paolo Banchero) share some beliefs as the Magic try to go up 2-0 against the Detroit Pistons.

Apr 19, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) dribbles defended by Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. (34) in the second half during the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Orlando wouldn't have won Game 1 against the Pistons in Detroit without Wendell Carter Jr.'s versatility against Jalen Duren

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs celebrates in the second half against the Detroit Pistons.

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Despite a late-season slide, the Orlando Magic proved their ceiling is elite with a 112-101 Game 1 win over the Detroit Pistons. Read why health and consistency are the keys to Orlando's deep playoff run.

Apr 19, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) dribbles defended by Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) in the second half during the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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Orlando led wire-to-wire in Detroit, as balance and inside force defined the night, as the Magic will try to repeat in Game 2.

Apr 19, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) dribbles defended by Detroit Pistons guard Caris LeVert (8) in the second half during the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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There were signs of weakness in favored Detroit, as we look at who showed up and who didn't for the Pistons and Magic in the series opener.

Apr 19, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (4) shoots the ball against Detroit Pistons forward Ausar Thompson (9) in the first half during the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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The Magic offense comes out swinging to take down the Pistons in Game 1, led by defensive specialist Jalen Suggs.

Apr 19, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (4) and forward Paolo Banchero (5) talk during a timeout in the first half against the Detroit Pistons during a first round game of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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The Orlando led wire-to-wire behind their five starters, including Paolo Banchero, and looked connected throughout an opening upset against Detroit.