The Detroit Pistons hosted the Cleveland Cavaliers for Game 2 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series on Thursday at Little Caesars Arena. Detroit entered as 3.5-point favorites after winning the opener 111-101. Tip-off was set for 7 p.m. ET with an over/under of 215.5 points.
The Pistons looked to build a 2-0 series advantage at home where they posted a 35-10 record during the 2025-26 regular season. Cleveland aimed to even the best-of-seven matchup on the road after finishing 25-20 away from home including the playoffs. The teams met for the 23rd time in postseason history with the Cavaliers holding a 15-7 all-time edge.
