The Detroit Pistons’ emergence as a contender atop the Eastern Conference standings has intensified speculation about whether the franchise could pursue a major trade, and one prominent league analyst believes Detroit is well-positioned to make a bold move.
The Detroit Pistons answered the call to the highly anticipated rematch against the New York Knicks. After falling short in last season’s first-round playoff matchup, the Pistons got a dose of vengeance with a 121-90 blowout victory.
Yeah – that was the most fun game of the season so far. It was the first return to Little Caesars Arena for the New York Knicks since defeating the Detroit Pistons 4-2 in last year’s first round playoff series.
Cade Cunningham had 29 points and 13 assists as the host Detroit Pistons dominated a matchup of Eastern Conference powers, thumping the New York Knicks, 121-90, on Monday night.
Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.
The Detroit Pistons chose to be zesty against the New York Knicks on Monday. But it had nothing to do with the players. The Pistons looked to get back-to-back wins as they hosted the Knicks at Little Caesars Arena, where they have a 12-3 record.
The Detroit Pistons are at the top of the Eastern Conference standings, and they continue to flex their muscles after a win against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Happy New Year! It’s 2026 and the Pistons still sit atop the Eastern Conference after a bit of a slip-up to end 2025, losing 3 of their last 4. Wes and Blake jump on before the Pistons play the Cavaliers to discuss the unfortunate injuries to Tobias Harris and Jalen Duren, and how the team might fill those roles during their absences.
The Detroit Pistons top-ranked defense goes as Jalen Duren goes. MVP candidate Cade Cunningham relies on forward Tobias Harris to shoulder some of the offensive workload by scoring 13.4 points per game.
Under the Hood – it’s time to see what’s really going on inside this Pistons team. This is going to be a longer breakdown, but I promise it’s worth it.
Cade Cunningham is playing the best basketball of his career and steering the Pistons to the top of the Eastern Conference, and he’s quick to credit one steady presence behind the scenes.
Shorthanded victories have been an impressive staple of the Detroit Pistons’ 2025-26 regular season. Missing three key contributors, the Pistons managed to defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers 114-110 in a tough road showdown.
Some wins look pretty in the box score, and then there are wins that forge the identity of a contender. Sunday afternoon at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse was decidedly the latter for the Detroit Pistons.
The Cavaliers failed a test they knew was coming. This was a game Cleveland needed, and one it let get away. Against a physical Pistons group sitting atop the East, the Cavs couldn’t hold the paint, couldn’t finish possessions, and ultimately couldn’t close in a 114-110 home loss that felt avoidable and aggravating.
Cade Cunningham had 27 points, six rebounds and seven assists, and Daniss Jenkins scored 21 of his 25 points in the second quarter, giving the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons a 114-110 win over the host Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday afternoon.
The Detroit Pistons have been one of the top teams in the NBA all season long. A big reason for the Pistons’ success has been their relative health and a deep bench.
The Pistons have issued updates on a trio of injured players, making the following announcements on Saturday (Twitter link): Forward Tobias Harris has been diagnosed with a left hip sprain and will be reevaluated in two weeks.
The NBA season is near its actual halfway point, and the young Detroit Pistons are still at the top of the Eastern Conference. With Cade Cunningham playing at an MVP level and the emergence of Jalen Duren, the Pistons are suddenly in win-now mode.