The Magic overcame a difficult offensive performance to secure a gritty Game 4 victory, pushing the No. 1 seed Pistons to the brink of elimination.
Orlando shot just 32.6% from the field, but managed to do enough in key moments to come away with the win. The result puts the Magic in control of the series and leaves Detroit facing elimination after entering the matchup as the top seed.
A win built on resilience
While the shooting numbers reflected a tough night offensively, the Magic were able to grind through the struggle and finish with the result they needed. In a playoff setting where efficiency is often decisive, Orlando’s ability to prevail despite its field-goal percentage made Game 4 a significant swing in the series.
The Pistons, as the No. 1 seed, now have little margin for error as the series continues. The Magic, meanwhile, move one win away from advancing after taking a game defined more by persistence than offensive rhythm.