The Detroit Pistons made a historic comeback from a 24-point deficit to defeat the Orlando Magic 93-79 in Game 6 of the NBA playoffs on May 1, 2026.
Cade Cunningham led the Pistons with 32 points and 10 rebounds. The Pistons outscored the Magic 55-19 in the second half. This remarkable performance allowed them to tie the series at 3-3, forcing a decisive Game 7.
The Magic struggled offensively, scoring only 19 points in the second half. This set a playoff record for the lowest output in a half, breaking the previous record of 23 points. Orlando’s collapse came after they had controlled much of the game.
The Pistons’ defense played a crucial role in their comeback. “It’s our defense,” said Cunningham after the game. The team capitalized on Orlando’s mistakes and turned them into scoring opportunities.
This series has been closely contested, with both teams fighting for advancement to the Eastern Conference semifinals. The Pistons aim to avoid becoming just the seventh No. 1 seed in NBA history to lose to an No. 8 seed.
The upcoming Game 7 will take place at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. Observers expect high stakes as both teams vie for victory.
