The Detroit Pistons delivered a commanding performance when it mattered most, rolling past the Orlando Magic 116-94 in Game 7 of their NBA Playoffs Round 1 series on Monday (PH Time).

Detroit took control early and never looked back, using sustained defensive pressure and efficient scoring to pull away in the second half. The Pistons steadily built their lead and closed the game with authority to secure the series victory in front of their home crowd.

Orlando struggled to generate consistent offense against Detroit’s tightened defense, especially as the game progressed. The Magic had difficulty finding rhythm in half-court sets and were unable to respond to Detroit’s run in the decisive stretches.

The win caps a hard-fought seven-game series and sends Detroit into the Eastern Conference semifinals, continuing their postseason run after a decisive Game 7 statement.

Orlando’s campaign ends after a series marked by momentum swings, with the Magic unable to carry over late-series adjustments into the final game.