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Pistons take 2-0 series lead over Cavs thanks to defense and …

Pistons take 2-0 series lead over Cavs thanks to defense and sharp 3-point shooting: Takeaways Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham had 25 points in Game 2 against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7262404/2026/05/07/pistons-beat-cavaliers-game-2-2026-nba-playoffs/

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