Original sentence: James averaged 30.8 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 5.8 assists in his first NBA playoff appearance.James led the Cavaliers to a 3-2 series lead over the defending Eastern Conference champion and divisional rival Detroit Pistons
Edited sentence: James averaged 32.8 ppg, 8.7 rpg, and 7.8 apg in his first ever playoff appearance in the NBA.James led the Cavaliers to a 3-2 series lead over the defending Eastern Conference champion and divisional rival Detroit Pistons, a feat thought to be near-impossible, considered the Pistons' strong reputation as a feared defensive as well as offensive team