NBA Playoffs scores today: Pistons vs Cavaliers – Game 5

Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden goes to the basket against the Detroit Pistons during the second half in Game 5 of a second-round NBA playoffs basketball series, Wednesday, May 13, 2026, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)

MANILA, Philippines– The action in the NBA Playoffs continued today, May 14 (May 13, US time) in the Eastern Conference semifinals with Detroit Pistons and Cleveland Cavaliers seeking a crucial series lead.

NBA scores today: Pistons vs Cavaliers (Game 5)

• Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Detroit Pistons 117-113 in overtime to take a 3-2 lead in their NBA Eastern Conference semifinal series.
• James Harden scored a playoff-best 30 points for the Cavaliers. Donovan Mitchell added 21 points.
• Cade Cunningham had 39 points and nine assists for the Pistons.

NBA Schedule – May 16, Saturday (PH time)

• 7am  – Cleveland Cavaliers vs Detroit Pistons (Game 6)
• 9:30am – Minnesota Timberwolves vs San Antonio Spurs (Game 6)