Detroit Pistons forward Duncan Robinson goes to the basket past Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) during the second half in Game 1 of a second-round NBA playoffs basketball series Tuesday, May 5, 2026, in Detroit. AP Unlike their slow opening series, the Pistons wasted no time in Game 1 against the Cavaliers, defeating them 111-110 in the second round of the NBA Playoffs.
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The Detroit Pistons validated their top-seed status in Game 1 with a physical, balanced performance that exposed the Cleveland Cavaliers’ weaknesses late in the game.
Detroit controlled the paint through Jalen Duren’s rebounding and interior presence while also capitalizing on second-chance opportunities and a major free-throw advantage.
The Pistons’ outside shooting, led by Duncan Robinson, helped them maintain control whenever Cleveland threatened a comeback.
Cleveland clearly struggled with turnovers — especially from James Harden — despite strong efforts from Donovan Mitchell and Max Strus.
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