Mitch Albom: Pistons' Game 7 vs Cavaliers already a high-water mark
The Detroit Pistons are one win away from the Eastern Conference finals after forcing a Game 7 against the Cleveland Cavaliers, marking a significant turnaround for a franchise that won only 14 games two years ago. Despite being underdogs, the Pistons have overcome multiple elimination scenarios and exceeded expectations this postseason. Mitch Albom argues that regardless of the outcome, the team's performance has already constituted a major achievement.
- ▪The Pistons are within one game of the Eastern Conference finals after defeating the Cavaliers in Game 6 on the road.
- ▪Detroit won just 14 games two years ago and barely made the playoffs last season, making their current success a dramatic improvement.
- ▪Pistons executive Trajan Langdon chose not to trade for a superstar at the deadline, instead maintaining team continuity while Cleveland made major trades.
- ▪Cleveland traded All-Star guard Darius Garland for veteran James Harden and added Dennis Schröder in pursuit of a championship.
- ▪Cade Cunningham has led the Pistons with maturity and poise, helping the team overcome four elimination scenarios in the playoffs.
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