Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 5
Detroit PistonsPistons
120
away
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
119
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 27 | 21 | 31 | 29 | 12 | 120 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 25 | 36 | 24 | 23 | 11 | 119 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Pistons snuck past the Cavaliers 120-119 in overtime. Pistons controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Cavaliers pushed the pace until the other side broke.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.