Cavaliers crush Pistons to reach conference finals: Instant takeaways
The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Detroit Pistons in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, securing a spot in the conference finals. The Cavaliers showcased a strong performance, with four players scoring over 21 points each. They will now face the New York Knicks in the next round of the playoffs.
- ▪The Cavaliers won the game 125-94 against the top-seeded Pistons.
- ▪Cleveland had four players score at least 21 points, including Donovan Mitchell and Jarrett Allen.
- ▪This victory allows the Cavaliers to advance to the conference finals against the New York Knicks.
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| Publication time | Mon, 18 May 2026 02:58:14 +0000 |
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