The Detroit Pistons made history in last night’s 133-122 home victory over the Eastern Conference-leading Cleveland Cavaliers. Detroit became the first team in league history to triple their win total from the previous season. The Pistons finished a league-worst 14-68 last year. Friday night’s win improved their record to 42-32. Will the Detroit Pistons be able to finish the regular season on a high note?
Detroit Pistons Season Summary
The Pistons are the first team in NBA history to triple their win total from the previous season 😱
What a turnaround for Detroit 😤 pic.twitter.com/t8nbclZHhW
— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) March 29, 2025
Detroit is the No. 5 seed in the Eastern Conference. They have been led by Point Guard Cade Cunningham who is playing at an All-NBA level. He has been out for the last few games with a calf injury. He is ninth in the league in points per game and third in assists. Cunningham must be healthy and effective for the Pistons to have success in the NBA Playoffs.
Center Jalen Duren has also been stellar during the team’s drastic turnaround. He is ninth in rebounds and 2nd in field goal percentage. Detroit’s offense has been strong this year. They are 12th in points per game, ninth in field goal percentage, and 15th in three-point percentage. The team’s defense has also been a plus. They are 14th in points allowed, eighth in opposing field goal percentage, and 23rd in opposing three-point percentage.
Final Thoughts
The Detroit Pistons begin a three-game road trip on Sunday. They visit the Minnesota Timberwolves tomorrow night. Detroit has been one of the league’s most surprising teams this year. A strong playoff run will cap off a season for the ages for a franchise on the rise.
