The Detroit Pistons are back in action tonight, hosting the Cleveland Cavaliers for Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, with a chance to grab a commanding 2-0 series lead. After a thrilling opener on Tuesday, the Pistons extended their playoff win streak to four games—their first postseason victory over the Cavs since 2007. The game was a nail-biter, with Cleveland tying it up at 93-93 in the fourth quarter before Detroit roared back, outscoring the Cavs 18-8 in the final five minutes to seal the win.
For Cleveland, tonight is all about leveling the series before heading home for Games 3 and 4. Expect plenty of chatter around free throws and fouls, especially after Donovan Mitchell's pointed postgame comments. In Game 1, the Pistons shot 35 free throws compared to the Cavs' 16—a disparity that could fuel some extra intensity on the court. The Cavs will need to adjust their defensive aggression and find a way to slow down Detroit's momentum.
Here's the full schedule for the series, so you can plan your viewing and gear up in your favorite Pistons or Cavs apparel:
- Game 2: at Detroit, Thursday, 7 p.m. (Amazon Prime)
- Game 3: at Cleveland, Saturday, 3 p.m. (NBC/Peacock)
- Game 4: at Cleveland, Monday, May 11, 8 p.m. (NBC/Peacock)
- x-Game 5: at Detroit, Wednesday, May 13, TBD
- x-Game 6: at Cleveland, Friday, May 15, TBD
- x-Game 7: at Detroit, Sunday, May 17, TBD
Stay tuned for live updates from Detroit News contributor Kameron Goodwill as the action unfolds. Whether you're repping the Motor City or backing the Cavs, this series is shaping up to be a classic showdown.
