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Live: Pistons beat Magic 108-82 in opener

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Detroit Pistons' Marcus Morris (13) goes to the basket against Orlando Magic's Elfrid Payton, right, during the first half.

PISTONS VS. MAGIC

What: Detroit Pistons (0-1) vs. Orlando Magic (0-1)

When: Friday, 7:30 p.m.

Where: Palace of Auburn Hills

Local TV: Fox Sports Detroit

Local radio: 105.1 FM

Outlook: The Pistons opened the regular season with a 109-91 loss against the Raptors at the Air Canada Centre on Wednesday. The Magic dropped a 108-96 decision against the Heat on Wednesday.

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