The Detroit Pistons' playoff journey began with an unexpected setback, suffering a 112-101 defeat to the Orlando Magic in Game 1. This loss raises significant concerns about the Pistons' ability to compete in the playoffs, despite their impressive regular-season record of 60 wins, the first time in 20 years they have achieved such a feat. The Pistons, who secured the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference, were heavily reliant on Cade Cunningham for scoring, exposing their lack of offensive depth. Historically, only 14 teams have managed to win Game 1 as an 8th seed since 1984, and just 6 of those teams went on to win the series. The Pistons now face a pivotal Game 2 at home; a loss could plunge them into crisis mode as they seek their first playoff series win since 2008. The upcoming games will reveal whether the Pistons can overcome their offensive challenges and prove their regular-season success was no fluke.