May 07, 2026
PLAYER PERFORMANCE
Detroit Pistons
Cunningham operated as the primary offensive maestro, pairing 25 points with 10 assists to drive a massive +16.7 Offense credit. While 5 turnovers blemished his line slightly, his ability to draw fouls (8-of-8 FT) and hit from deep (3-of-6) kept the defense constantly on its heels.
Robinson caught absolute fire from the perimeter, draining 5 triples to power a +11.8 Offense credit. More surprisingly, he was a menace on the other end, racking up 3 steals and 3 deflections to generate an unexpected +9.0 Defense mark.
Harris delivered a highly efficient two-way performance, pacing the offense with 21 points on 9-of-16 shooting (+14.6 Offense). He also stepped up as a defensive playmaker, combining 5 contests with 2 blocks and 2 steals to anchor a +7.3 Defense credit.
Duren struggled to convert around the rim, hitting just 2 of his 7 attempts to fall well below his usual scoring output. He still made his presence felt physically by securing 10 rebounds and challenging 9 shots, but the offensive inefficiency capped his overall influence.
Thompson thrived in the mud, using his elite motor to rack up 6 deflections and 2 steals. His highly efficient finishing (5-of-8) inside the arc fueled a strong +11.2 Offense credit, proving his value doesn't rely on perimeter shooting.
Jenkins provided a crucial scoring punch, exceeding his season average with 14 points to earn a +10.0 Offense credit. He complemented his shot creation with 6 rebounds and 5 contests, showcasing solid engagement across his 26 minutes of action.
Stewart operated primarily as a physical screener and positional defender, taking only a single shot during his 15 minutes. His 5 contests highlight his interior effort, though his overall statistical footprint remained extremely quiet.
LeVert delivered a highly efficient spark off the bench, hitting 3 of his 5 shots to generate a +8.1 Offense credit. He paired his scoring with disruptive perimeter defense, tallying 3 deflections in just 13 minutes.
Holland II failed to find the bottom of the net on three attempts, relying on free throws for his only points. He did manage to salvage his brief stint with active hands, recording a steal and a block to secure a +2.4 Defense credit.
Green logged just four minutes of cardio, failing to register a single box score statistic. His only tangible contribution was a lone shot contest during an invisible stint.
Cleveland Cavaliers
Mitchell fueled the primary scoring engine with a high-volume 31-point outburst, driving a +19.5 Offense credit despite a cold night from beyond the arc (2-of-9). He supplemented his aggressive rim attacks with active hands, swiping 2 steals to boost his defensive value.
A brutal shooting night (3-of-13) and 4 turnovers dragged Harden's offensive impact into the negative (-3.2 Offense). He struggled to find any rhythm as a playmaker or scorer, though he managed to salvage minor value through his rebounding and defensive positioning.
Though his scoring and rebounding plummeted well below his season averages, Mobley's defensive disruption was elite. He anchored the interior with 14 contests and 3 blocks, driving a massive +8.7 Defense credit despite the quiet offensive night.
Allen dominated the interior with ruthless efficiency, converting 7 of his 9 attempts and drawing fouls to generate a massive +24.5 Offense credit. His aggressive rim-running and finishing completely overwhelmed the defense, easily surpassing his usual scoring output.
Wade provided a solid offensive lift (+8.0 Offense) by hitting half his shots, including a pair of triples to exceed his season scoring average. His effort on the margins was steady, registering 6 contests to chip in on the defensive end.
Strus endured a frigid shooting performance, missing five of his six perimeter looks to post a negative offensive credit (-0.9 Offense). However, he remained surprisingly active on the other end, tallying 7 contests and a pair of blocks to generate a +4.3 Defense mark.
Tyson offered a modest two-way spark off the bench, using 2 deflections and 3 contests to stay engaged defensively. His +6.2 Offense credit reflects efficient shot selection (3-of-7) without forcing the issue.
Schröder's inability to find the bottom of the net (1-of-5 shooting) severely limited his overall effectiveness. While he distributed the ball decently for 5 assists, his lack of scoring punch resulted in a muted +1.0 Offense credit.
In just under six minutes of action, Ellis maximized his brief run by draining his only three-point attempt. He also flashed quick hands with 2 deflections, providing a tiny but efficient burst of energy.
