In Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Playoffs, the eighth-seeded Orlando Magic defeated the top-seeded Detroit Pistons 112-101, extending Detroit’s home playoff losing streak to 11 games. Paolo Banchero led Orlando with 23 points, while Cade Cunningham scored a playoff career-high 39 points for the Pistons. Despite Detroit’s efforts to rally, they struggled early and could not overcome Orlando’s lead. The Magic will aim to build on their momentum in Game 2 on Wednesday.
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