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PREVIEW: The Detroit Pistons visit Cleveland with a 2-0 series lead, having advanced through the Eastern Conference semifinals after both teams survived Game 7s in the first round. The Cavaliers have struggled in Detroit, falling 107-97 in Game 2 after mounting a comeback that ultimately fizzled in the final minutes. Donovan Mitchell has been the primary offensive engine, scoring 31 points with 19 coming in the second half of Game 2, while Jarrett Allen added 22 points and seven rebounds. James Harden's inefficiency has been a glaring issue, managing just 10 points on poor shooting while committing four turnovers in...

PREVIEW: The Los Angeles Lakers face the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder in Round 2 of the 2025–2026 NBA playoffs , a matchup that represents a dramatic shift in circumstances for Los Angeles. After jumping out to a 3–0 lead against Houston, the Lakers advanced with a dominant Game 6 win despite playing without key personnel , but Oklahoma City enters as a 15.5-point favorite for tonight's game. While Luka Dončić remains sidelined, role players like Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard have stepped up on both ends of the floor and were instrumental contributors in the first round. The Thunder...