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Pistons take 2-0 series lead over Cavs thanks to defense and 3-point …

The Detroit Pistons are headed to Cleveland with a commanding 2-0 series lead after taking down the Cleveland Cavaliers 107-97 Thursday night at Little Caesars Arena.

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

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