Pistons, Rockets force Game 6

The NBA playoffs saw high drama as two teams on the brink of elimination forced Game 6 with resilient performances.

Cade Cunningham delivered a historic 45-point masterpiece to lead the Detroit Pistons to a 116-109 win over the Orlando Magic.

Meanwhile, the Houston Rockets continued their improbable comeback against the Los Angeles Lakers, securing a 99-93 victory despite the return of Austin Reaves to the Lakers' lineup.

These results have shifted the pressure back to the higher seeds as the first-round series head into pivotal weekend matchups.