NBA
Sunday, May 3, 2026 • Little Caesars Arena
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit Pistons | 20 | 40 | 23 | 33 | 116 |
| Orlando Magic | 22 | 27 | 15 | 30 | 94 |
Team Statistics
| Stat | Detroit Pistons | Orlando Magic |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | 25/47 | 21/45 |
| 3-Pointers | 16/33 | 10/30 |
| Free Throws | 18/22 | 22/30 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 33 |
| Assists | 30 | 18 |
| Steals | 9 | 11 |
| Blocks | 6 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 16 |
Game Recap
The Detroit Pistons earned a convincing 116-94 win over the Orlando Magic, pulling away behind efficient shooting, strong ball movement and a balanced scoring effort. Detroit won by 22 points and controlled the game for extended stretches, using its perimeter shooting and playmaking to keep Orlando from mounting a sustained comeback.
Cade Cunningham led the Pistons with 32 points, setting the tone as Detroit’s primary offensive engine. Tobias Harris added 30 points, giving the Pistons a second high-level scoring option, while D. Jenkins contributed 16 points in a supporting role. Detroit’s offense was especially effective from beyond the arc, connecting on 16 3-pointers, and the team finished with 30 assists, a clear indicator of its passing and shot creation.
Paolo Banchero delivered the top individual scoring performance of the game for Orlando, finishing with 38 points. Desmond Bane added 16 points, but the Magic did not get enough consistent production across the roster to keep pace with Detroit. Orlando finished with 18 assists and was outrebounded 41-33, making it difficult to generate enough extra possessions or offensive rhythm.
For Detroit, the result reflects a strong all-around performance built on spacing, efficiency and execution. For Orlando, Banchero’s scoring was a major positive, but the Magic will need better team-wide offensive balance and improved defensive resistance on the perimeter moving forward.
Key Takeaways
- →The Detroit Pistons have a superior Net Rating (2
- →The Detroit Pistons are favored with a 74
- →The Detroit Pistons have a strong home performance with a 76
- →The Detroit Pistons have a significant edge with their superior regular season record and home performance
- →The Detroit Pistons have a strong home record and a higher CourtFrame Power Index, indicating a significant advantage

