Jamal Cain's Must-Watch Poster Dunk Over Jalen Duren As Magic Stun Pistons
The Orlando Magic stunned the Detroit Pistons with a 94-88 victory in Game 4 of their playoff series, taking a surprising 3-1 lead. Jamal Cain's impressive dunk over Jalen Duren highlighted the game, as the Magic overcame a poor shooting performance. The Pistons, despite being the top seed, struggled to capitalize on their opportunities and now face elimination in Game 5.
- ▪The Magic lead the series 3-1 against the top-seeded Pistons.
- ▪Jamal Cain delivered a highlight-reel dunk over Jalen Duren during the game.
- ▪Orlando shot only 32.6% from the floor but still managed to win.
- ▪Detroit's Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren combined for 12 turnovers, exceeding the Magic's total of 10.
- ▪The Pistons have not won a home playoff game since 2008.
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By Megan ArmstrongShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.Detroit Pistons All-Star Jalen Duren is considered one of the best young centers in the NBA.Orlando Magic forward Jamal Cain does not care.The eighth-seeded Magic held a 78-76 lead over the top-seeded Detroit Pistons in Game 4 of their first-round Eastern Conference playoff series Monday night. Cain drove by Pistons All-NBA and All-Star guard Cade Cunningham and roared downhill with a head of steam into the lane.
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