Game 7s set in the East, Lakers advance in the West

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Game 7s set in the East, Lakers advance in the West — ORLANDO, FL - MAY 1: Jalen Duren #0 and Cade Cunningham #2 of the Detroit Pistons box out during the game against the Orlando Magic during Round One Game Six of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on May 1, 2026 at Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

Friday night in the NBA playoffs saw two series pushed to the limit and one that came to a close.

The Detroit Pistons kept their season alive with a 93-79 win over the Orlando Magic, tying the series 3-3. Cade Cunningham led the way with 32 points and 10 rebounds to put together a composed performance and force a decisive Game 7.

In Cleveland, the Toronto Raptors edged the Cleveland Cavaliers 112-110 in overtime to level their series at 3-3. Scottie Barnes finished with 25 points and 14 assists, leading the Raptors in the crucial win on the road.

Out West, the Los Angeles Lakers closed out their series with a 98-78 win over the Houston Rockets to advance 4-2. LeBron James led the game with 28 points, seven rebounds, and eight assists.

Two series now head to Game 7, while the Lakers move on.

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