Los Angeles, United States, May 2, 2026 (AFP) - Pistons, Raptors survive as Lakers progress in NBA playoffs

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2026-05-02

The top-seeded Detroit Pistons recovered from the brink of elimination with an astounding comeback against Orlando as the Los Angeles Lakers finally saw off Houston at the third time of asking in the NBA playoffs Friday. The Pistons' come-from-behind win took their series with the Magic to a decisive game seven, while the Toronto Raptors also set up a decider against Cleveland thanks to an overtime thriller triumph. Up 3-2 in the series against D......

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