Top-seed Pistons have off night, lose to Magic, 123-107

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Top-seed Pistons have off night, lose to Magic, 123-107

Orlando — The Detroit Pistons entered the fourth quarter leading 98-76, appearing to be on the verge of one of their worst losses of the season. For three quarters, the Pistons struggled against the Orlando Magic and trailed by as many as 26 points.

Javonte Green started the fourth quarter with a 3-point shot, helping the Pistons begin a late-game rally. However, it wasn't enough, as the Pistons suffered a 123-107 loss to the Magic on Monday night at Kia Center.

Green contributed 17 points coming off the bench, with 12 of those points scored in the fourth. He kicked off the period by scoring eight points in the first two minutes, helping Detroit start the fourth quarter with a 10-0 run.

BOX SCORE: Magic 123, Pistons 107

Jalen Duren led the way with 18 points, eight rebounds and five assists, while Daniss Jenkins finished with 18 points and seven assists.

Apr 6, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Detroit Pistons forward Paul Reed (7) drives to the basket against Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) during the first quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Jenkins' three-point field goal at the 4:07 mark of the period reduced Detroit's once 26-point deficit to just four (109-105).

However, the Magic responded with a 12-0 run to maintain their lead over the Pistons. Paolo Banchero led the Magic with 31 points on 10 of 16 shooting. Desmond Bane added 25 points.

This is a developing story. Come back to detroitnews.com for more on this game.

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This article originally appeared on The Detroit News: Despite fourth-quarter rally, Pistons fall to Magic

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