The stakes couldn't be higher as the Detroit Pistons travel to Cleveland for a must-win Game 6 in their second-round playoff series against the Cavaliers. Tip-off is set for Friday, May 15, with the Pistons facing elimination after dropping three straight games.

After racing out to a commanding 2-0 series lead, the top-seeded Pistons have seen their momentum evaporate. Game 5 was particularly gut-wrenching—a 117-113 overtime loss at home that put Cleveland one win away from the Eastern Conference finals. The Pistons controlled most of the game and even built a nine-point lead with under three minutes left in regulation. But the Cavs responded with a fierce 9-0 run to force overtime and steal the victory.

All three of Detroit's losses have been decided by single digits, highlighting just how competitive this series has been. Now, the Pistons find themselves in a familiar position—needing to replicate their first-round resilience against Orlando to extend their remarkable 60-win season.

All eyes will be on Cade Cunningham, who has carried the team through the playoffs. The Pistons' young star will need to lead a road victory to force a winner-take-all Game 7 back in Detroit on Sunday. Head coach J.B. Bickerstaff also faces a key decision with Jalen Duren's minutes after Paul Reed's strong play in Game 5.

Follow along below for live updates, highlights, and all the action from this pivotal Game 6 in Cleveland.