Can Cade Cunningham Carry Pistons After Game 1 Loss?

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Cade Cunningham delivered a standout 39-point performance, but the Detroit Pistons still fell 112–101 to the Orlando Magic in Game 1 of their NBA playoff series, raising questions about the support around their young star.

Detroit’s slow start and inconsistent offense left them chasing the game, while Orlando’s balanced attack — led by Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner — proved too steady.

Despite a brief third-quarter comeback, the Pistons struggled with rebounding and execution down the stretch, highlighting the need for more contributions beyond Cunningham.

With Game 2 approaching, Detroit must improve quickly or risk putting too much pressure on their franchise player in an already tough playoff battle.

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