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Desmond Bane’s Clutch Three Pushes Magic to Brink of Eliminating Pistons

Posted : 28 April 2026

The Orlando Magic moved one step away from eliminating the Detroit Pistons after a hard-fought 94-88 victory in Game 4. Desmond Bane delivered the decisive moment late in the game, sinking a deep 29-foot three-pointer that bounced off the glass and in with under 80 seconds remaining, sealing Orlando’s control of the series.

The shot gave the Magic a crucial six-point cushion in a tightly contested defensive battle, as Orlando took a commanding 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven series. The Pistons, despite a strong regular season, now face elimination and must win three straight games to survive.

Detroit struggled with turnovers throughout the night, committing 20 that led to 23 points for Orlando. The Pistons also struggled offensively, shooting under 40 percent from the field and failing to consistently capitalize despite strong defensive efforts, including 18 blocked shots.

Cade Cunningham led Detroit with a solid individual performance but was also heavily affected by turnovers, continuing a difficult stretch that has seen him struggle with ball security in the postseason. The Pistons admitted that mistakes and poor execution have repeatedly cost them in the series.

Orlando, meanwhile, has grown in confidence, playing with physicality and composure down the stretch. Bane’s clutch shot highlighted a team that has embraced momentum and tightened defensively, especially in critical late-game moments.

The Magic also overcame the absence of Franz Wagner for part of the fourth quarter due to injury concerns, with Bane stepping up offensively when needed most. Orlando’s resilience has been a defining factor in their turnaround this postseason.

With Game 5 set in Detroit, the Pistons now face a must-win scenario to keep their season alive, while the Magic believe they are capable of closing out a strong regular-season opponent that won 60 games but now stands on the brink of elimination.

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