Orlando, FL – The first-round NBA playoff series between the Detroit Pistons and the Orlando Magic shifts to Orlando for Game 3 on Saturday, April 25, with the series knotted at one game apiece. The matchup is set to tip off at 1 p.m. ET from the Kia Center.
Viewers seeking to watch Game 3 will need to access the Peacock streaming service, as the game is not slated for traditional television broadcast.
The Pistons leveled the series three days ago with a 98-83 victory in Detroit, showcasing a defense that forced 19 turnovers and recorded 11 blocked shots. This win, which tied the series, also ended a home playoff losing streak for the team. Key performances in Game 2 included Cade Cunningham, who posted a game-high 27 points and 11 assists.
Broadcast Details and Series Context
While traditional TV is out for Game 3, streaming is available via 'Peacock'. Michael Grady, Austin Rivers, Robbie Hummel, and Grant Liffmann are slated to provide commentary for the broadcast. Other playoff games involving the Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Phoenix Suns and New York Knicks vs. Atlanta Hawks are also scheduled for broadcast on NBC and Peacock.
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The series has seen the Pistons, described as a defensive powerhouse in the mold of past "Bad Boys" teams, meeting the Magic in a gritty contest. In a previous encounter on March 1, the Pistons secured a 14-point win, characterized by opponent shooting splits of 37.7% from the field and 27.8% from three-point range, indicative of Detroit's defensive pressure. The Magic, led by Paolo Banchero who scored 25 points in one noted game, have also demonstrated offensive capabilities within the series.
