Detroit Pistons vs. Cleveland Cavaliers, Playoffs, Game 5: Live updates
Follow along here for live updates as the Detroit Pistons play host to the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.
After two rough games in Cleveland, the Pistons return to Detroit for Game 5 and a chance to take the lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals series against the Cavaliers. Detroit let a 2-0 series lead slip away in three days, punctuated by a 112-103 Game 4 loss that wasn't nearly as close as the final score suggests. Cleveland dominated the third quarter, with Donovan Mitchell tying a postseason record for most points scored in a half with 39 second-half points.
The Pistons only attempted 12 free throws compared to the Cavaliers' 34, but turnovers and bad play also contributed to the loss . The good news for the Pistons is they've won their last five playoff games at Little Caesars Arena, and the Cavs have yet to win a road game in these playoffs. Home-court advantage has been vital in these playoffs for Detroit, along with health as three Pistons are listed as questionable for Game 5 .
Follow along here for live updates from Detroit News contributor Kameron Goodwill. NBA Playoffs, second round: No. 1 Pistons vs.
No. 4 Cavaliers Series tied, 2-2 Game 1: Pistons 111, Cavaliers 101 Game 2: Pistons 107, Cavaliers 97 Game 3: Cavaliers 116, Pistons 109 Game 4: Cavaliers 112, Pistons 103 Game 5: at Detroit, Wednesday, 8 p. m.