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Cavaliers Edge Pistons in Overtime to Move One Win From East Finals
| May 14, 2026 4:39 PM CST

Cleveland Cavaliers moved within one win of the NBA Eastern Conference finals after defeating the Detroit Pistons 117-113 in overtime on Wednesday.

James Harden starred with 30 points as Cleveland claimed their first road win of the playoffs to take a 3-2 lead in the series. The Cavaliers rallied from a 15-point first-half deficit and finished strongly after a late comeback forced overtime. Donovan Mitchell added 21 points, while Evan Mobley played a crucial role late in regulation.

Detroit were led by Cade Cunningham, who produced 39 points, nine assists and seven rebounds in a losing effort. Cleveland can seal the series at home in Game 6.

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