NBA Round up: Game 7 defines East First Round as Pistons complete comeback, Cavaliers advance 

A pair of high-stakes Game 7 matchups in the Eastern Conference delivered intensity, star performances, and season-defining moments as two teams punched their tickets to the next round.

Pistons Dominate Magic in Game 7, 116–94

The Detroit Pistons rose to the occasion in emphatic fashion, crushing the Orlando Magic 116–94 to clinch the series 4–3 and complete a stunning comeback. Detroit seized control early and never looked back, turning the winner-take-all contest into a one-sided affair behind the brilliance of Cade Cunningham.

Cunningham orchestrated the offense with poise, finishing with 32 points and 12 assists while dictating the pace throughout the night. The Pistons’ energy on both ends overwhelmed Orlando, especially in the second half where the gap quickly widened.

Despite the loss, Paolo Banchero delivered a standout performance with 38 points, nine rebounds, and six assists, doing all he could to keep the Magic competitive.

Cunningham ultimately stood out as the defining force of the game, combining scoring and playmaking to lead Detroit’s historic Game 7 triumph and complete their comeback from a 3–1 series deficit.

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SUNDAY’S FINAL SCORES

Cade Cunningham dazzles as the @DetroitPistons win Game 7 at home and advance to the the Eastern Conference Semifinals for the first time since 2008!

Tobias Harris: 30 PTS, 5-7 3PM, 11-18 FGM
Daniss Jenkins: 16 PTS, 4-5 3PM
Jalen Duren: 15 PTS, 15… pic.twitter.com/p3pBlk05eH

— NBA (@NBA) May 3, 2026

Cavaliers Pull Away from Raptors in Game 7, 114–102

The Cleveland Cavaliers made sure their season would continue, defeating the Toronto Raptors 114–102 to close out their first-round series. Cleveland leaned on physicality and interior dominance, with Jarrett Allen anchoring the effort.

Allen controlled the paint on both ends, tallying 22 points, 19 rebounds, and three blocks in a commanding performance that set the tone for the Cavaliers. Cleveland gradually built separation in the second half, using defense and rebounding to keep Toronto at bay.

The Raptors found a bright spot in Scottie Barnes, who led his team with 24 points, nine rebounds, and six assists, but the Cavaliers’ depth proved too much to overcome.

Cleveland has outlasted Toronto in game 7 of their Play Off series with a 114-102 victory. Jarrett Allen had a night out for the Cavs equalling his Play Off best with 22 points and a massive 19 rebounds! #NBAPlayOffs pic.twitter.com/7SBMHjkHsV

— NBA Australia (@NBA_AU) May 4, 2026

Allen’s dominance in the interior proved to be the difference, as his all-around presence anchored Cleveland on both ends and powered them into the next round.

With both series decided, the Eastern Conference bracket tightens as Detroit’s momentum meets Cleveland’s consistency in what promises to be a compelling semifinal showdown.

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