NBA playoffs: No 1 seed Pistons one game from elimination after Cavs roar back to win in OT
Summary
The Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Detroit Pistons 117-113 in overtime, taking a 3-2 lead in their Eastern Conference semi-finals playoff series. The Pistons, the top seed, are now one loss away from being eliminated.Key Facts
- James Harden scored 30 points and Donovan Mitchell scored 21 for the Cavaliers.
- The Cavaliers won their first road playoff game this spring after losing five previous ones.
- Cade Cunningham led the Pistons with 39 points, but they fell short in overtime.
- The series is best-of-seven; the Cavaliers need one more win to advance to the conference finals against the Knicks.
- Game 6 will be played in Cleveland, with a Game 7 possible in Detroit if needed.
- The Cavaliers scored early in overtime to build a lead that Detroit could not overcome.
- Both teams showed strong performances, but Cleveland finished the game stronger at the free-throw line.
- Coaches from both teams highlighted the importance of teamwork and adjustments for upcoming games.
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