The Pistons took control in the final minutes Thursday night, pulling away from the Cavaliers to secure a Game 2 victory and a 2-0 lead in their second-round series.
Detroit’s late push proved decisive after a competitive contest, giving the Pistons back-to-back wins to open the matchup. The result puts Cleveland in an early series deficit as the teams continue their Eastern Conference playoff battle.
With two games already in hand, the Pistons have established momentum in the series while maintaining control after the opening pair of games. The Cavaliers, meanwhile, will look to respond as the series shifts forward.