The top-seeded Detroit Pistons staged a stunning comeback to defeat the Orlando Magic 93-79, tying their first-round playoff series at 3-3. The Pistons erased a 24-point deficit after Orlando's offense collapsed.

The Magic missed 23 consecutive field goals – a playoff record – and scored just one point over a span of more than 10 minutes in the second half, squandering a 71-54 lead.

Cade Cunningham led Detroit with 32 points and 10 rebounds. "Never say die, simple as that. Detroit grit, it's what we've been talking about all year," he said. Game 7 will be played in Detroit on Sunday.

The Los Angeles Lakers avoided a historic collapse by defeating the Houston Rockets 98-78 to win their series 4-2. After taking a 3-0 lead, the Lakers had lost two straight games, but LeBron James ensured there would be no further slip-ups.

James, 41, finished with 28 points, 8 assists, and 7 rebounds. "A lot of our guys have not been in a close-out situation, so it was important for me to set the tone," he said. The Lakers will face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western semifinals.

The Toronto Raptors also forced a Game 7, beating the Cleveland Cavaliers 107-104 in overtime. RJ Barrett hit a game-winning three-pointer with seconds remaining. "Glory be to God, man. I was able to make that shot," Barrett said.

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