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If you thought this would be an easy series for the Pistons, think again. The Orlando Magic got out to a hot start from the beginning of Game 1 and closed out a 112-101 win.
Detroit never led at any point in this game, with the Magic leading by as many as 13. The No. 8 seed has only taken down No. 1 six times since the format began in 1984. There is still plenty of series left, but the Magic took the first step toward being the seventh.
The Magic had a lot fall their way in Game 1, and it started with a hot first quarter from Jalen Suggs to build an Orlando lead. Paolo Banchero led the way with 23 points, but each member of the starting five scored at least 16.
The problem for the Pistons was diversifying shooting options. While Cade Cunningham managed 39 points, only one other Piston, Tobias Harris, ended in double figures. The Magic dominated in terms of field goal percentage, shooting 48.9% from the floor to the Pistons' 40.3%.
Here's what you need to know about Wednesday's matchup between the Pistons and the Magic, including broadcast information and start time.
What channel is Pistons vs. Magic on today?
- TV channel: ABC/ESPN
- Live stream: ESPN app
Pistons vs. Magic Game 2 will be broadcast by ABC/ESPN and will stream live on the ESPN app.
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Pistons vs. Magic start time
- Date: Wednesday, April 22
- Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Game 2 of the NBA Playoffs series between Pistons and Magic is set to tip off at 7:00 p.m. ET from Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan.
Pistons vs. Magic series schedule
| Sun., April 19 | Game 1: Magic 112, Pistons 101 | — | — |
| Wed., April 22 | Game 2 at Detroit | 7 p.m. | ESPN, ESPN app, DIRECTV |
| Sat., April 25 | Game 3 at Orlando | 1 p.m. | Peacock |
| Mon., April 27 | Game 4 at Orlando | TBD | TBD |
| Wed., April 29 | Game 5 at Detroit* | TBD | TBD |
| Fri., May 1 | Game 6 at Orlando* | TBD | TBD |
| Sun., May 3 | Game 7 at Detroit* | TBD | TBD |
* if necessary
NBA Playoffs bracket 2026
Click here for the updated 2026 NBA Playoffs bracket from The Sporting News.
NBA Playoffs schedule, key dates for 2026
Here are the key dates to know for the NBA Playoffs and offseason.
| Play-In Tournament | April 14-17 |
| First round begins | April 18 |
| Conference semifinals begin | May 4* |
| NBA Draft Lottery | May 10 |
| Eastern Conference finals begin | May 19* |
| Western Conference finals begin | May 20* |
| NBA Finals begin | June 3 |
| NBA Finals Game 7 (if necessary) | June 19 |
* Can move up depending on earlier series
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