Pistons roll past magic, extend winning streak

Detroit continued its ascent as the league's top-ranked team, dismantling the Orlando Magic 106-92 Sunday night in Orlando. The victory marks the Pistons' sixth consecutive road win, boosting their record to 45-14.

Cunningham's 29 points fuel pistons' dominance

Cade Cunningham orchestrated the offensive onslaught with 29 points and 11 assists, while Tobias Harris contributed 23 points. The Pistons, despite a slow start, seized control in the third quarter, fueled by an 11-0 run. This performance represents their eighth win in the last nine games, showcasing a team finding its rhythm.

Paolo Banchero led the Magic with 24 points and 11 rebounds, but his performance was marred by nine turnovers. Tristan da Silva added 19 points, and Desmond Bane chipped in with 17, but Orlando’s shooting struggles – a dismal 30.7% in the second half – proved fatal. The Magic’s third-quarter collapse echoed a similar vulnerability exposed just three nights prior against Houston.

The game also saw the return of Isaiah Stewart after serving the final game of a seven-game suspension. Anthony Black missed his first game of the season for the Magic due to a strained right quad. The Pistons will face the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday, while the Magic host the Washington Wizards.

The Pistons’ sustained success, built on balanced scoring and tenacious defense, positions them as a serious contender. Their ability to overcome early deficits and maintain a commanding lead signals a team poised for a deep playoff run.