The Pistons are evolving, growing more mature and confident in the principles that define them as a team. In this series, the Detroit Pistons have returned to the formula that made them dominant during the regular season, applying lessons learned from the first round early against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Through two games, Detroit has won the rebounding battle by five, the turnover margin by three, second-chance points by two and fastbreak points by 18. May 5, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) is defended by Detroit Pistons guard Ausar Thompson (9) in the second half during game one of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images | Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images Oddly enough, the Pistons are losing the points-in-the-paint battle.…