Jalen Duren Gets Honest on Pistons Losing to the Magic in Playoffs
Summary
The Detroit Pistons, favored to do well in the Eastern Conference, struggled in their first-round playoff series against the Orlando Magic. After losing Game 5 and falling behind 3-1, Pistons player Jalen Duren expressed hope and confidence in his team’s ability to improve and win the series.Key Facts
- The Pistons earned the No. 1 seed with 60 wins but are losing 3-1 to the No. 8 seed Magic.
- The Magic had a poor shooting night in Game 5 but still won at home.
- Cade Cunningham led the Pistons with 25 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists in Game 5.
- Jalen Duren scored 12 points and had eight rebounds but noted that Orlando limited his scoring inside.
- The Pistons had 20 turnovers in Game 5, making it hard to win.
- Duren and Cunningham together had 12 turnovers.
- Historically, a No. 8 seed beating a No. 1 seed in the first playoff round has happened six times.
- Game 6 will be played at Detroit, giving the Pistons a chance to avoid elimination.
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