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Will Pistons’ Cade Cunningham, Jalen Duren be back for NBA Cup vs. 76ers after missing Bulls stunner?

On Friday evening, the Detroit Pistons will host the Philadelphia 76ers in some NBA Cup action as the tournament begins to wind down. Both Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren are on the injury report for this contest, with Cunningham being listed as questionable with a left hip contusion and Duren also being questionable with a right ankle sprain.

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'Can Always Depend on Him': Isiah Thomas Praises Cade Cunningham’s Emerging Leadership, Draws Parallels to Nikola Jokic

This young NBA season is going exactly the way everyone drew it up. The Thunder look unstoppable at 12-1, the Nuggets are just behind them at 9-2, and the East is being dominated by … the Pistons?

Jalen Brunson News / NBA Analysis Network / November 13

Jalen Brunson says Detroit Pistons star pulled off the craziest spin move he has ever seen

The Detroit Pistons have been one of the hottest teams in the NBA to start the season. The Detroit Pistons were in the basement of the NBA just two short years ago, but since then they have had a remarkable turnaround.

Detroit Pistons News / Last Word On Sports / November 13

Pistons Stars and Depth Lift Them to First Place In the East

Twelve games into the 2025–26 NBA season, the Detroit Pistons aren’t just winning — they’re controlling the Eastern Conference. Sitting at 10–2 with the longest active winning streak in the league at eight games, the Pistons hold a two-game cushion over the Cleveland Cavaliers for first place.

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Pistons' Paul Reed put up stats never done in the history of NBA basketball · Sporting News

Why Cade Cunningham isn't playing tonight for Pistons with combo Jalen Duren injury news · Sporting News

Cade Cunningham News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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NBA News / thePeachBasket / November 13

Detroit Pistons Extend Winning Streak to Eight Games, Defeat Chicago Bulls 124-113

In a thrilling matchup at the United Center, the Detroit Pistons defeated the Chicago Bulls 124-113, marking their eighth consecutive win and solidifying their status as one of the hottest teams in the league.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Paul Reed News / Last Word On Sports / November 13

Paul Reed Defines Pistons’ Tough, No-Excuse Mentality

There’s something special brewing with this Detroit Pistons team. Down seven rotational pieces, the Pistons still punched above their weight and took out the Chicago Bulls 124–113.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 13

Pistons aim to extend perfect NBA Cup start vs. 76ers

The Detroit Pistons didn't need any of their starters to defeat Chicago on Wednesday and extend their winning streak. Regardless of which players suit up, the Pistons will look for their ninth straight victory when they host Philadelphia on Friday night.

J.B. Bickerstaff News / Total Apex Sports / November 13

Detroit Pistons JB Bickerstaff On Last Night’s Victory: 'One Of The Fun Ones'

The Detroit Pistons faced what looked like an insurmountable challenge on Wednesday night, taking the court against the Chicago Bulls without a staggering seven players, including most of their starting lineup.

NBA News / The Predictors / November 13

Pistons win eight straight with 124-113 victory over Bulls

The short-handed Detroit Pistons extended their winning streak to eight games Wednesday night, defeating the Chicago Bulls 124–113 at Little Caesars Arena.

Detroit Pistons News / Total Apex Sports / November 13

The Undermanned Detroit Pistons Take Down the Bulls in a 124-113 Victory

In the heart of Motor City, where grit and resilience are woven into the very fabric of the streets, the Detroit Pistons just gave the NBA a lesson in what it means to have heart.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Bad Boys / November 12

Detroit extends winning streak to eight

The Detroit Pistons have been without injured guards Jaden Ivey and Marcus Sasser to start the season. Tobias Harris joined them shortly after with an ankle sprain, and this ankle sprain somehow became contagious as Isaiah Stewart, Ausar Thompson, and Jalen Duren all caught one, too.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 12

Pistons hold off Bulls for eighth consecutive win

Paul Reed piled up 28 points, 13 rebounds, six assists and four steals as the depleted Detroit Pistons won their eighth straight game, knocking off the visiting Chicago Bulls 124-113 on Wednesday.

Cade Cunningham News / EssentiallySports / November 12

Why Is Cade Cunningham Not Playing Tonight? Pistons vs Bulls Starting Line-Up Reviewed

The Detroit Pistons are sitting at the top of the table in the Eastern Conference, but are heading into tonight’s matchup against their division rival, the Chicago Bulls, without their floor general.

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Daniss Jenkins News / Last Word On Sports / November 12

Daniss Jenkins Stepped Up When the Pistons Needed It Most

When the Detroit Pistons were desperate for someone to step up, Daniss Jenkins answered the call. Down five rotation players and trailing 112-102 with six minutes left, the Pistons mounted a furious 25-15 rally capped by Jenkins’ last-second three to force overtime.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Bad Boys / November 12

The Pindown | A Streak to Remember

After two incredible wins in a row, The Pindown is back to break down the Pistons’ exciting recent slate of games. After the thrilling win over the Wizards, how should we digest the wild game from Cade Cunningham?

Cade Cunningham News / Hoops Wire / November 12

NBA Notes: Pistons, Cade Cunningham, All-Star Game, Sixers

Cade Cunningham put on one of the most unique performances in NBA history Tuesday night. The reigning Eastern Conference Player of the Week erupted for a career-high 46 points to lead the Pistons past the Wizards 137-135 in overtime on Monday.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 11

Pistons seeking eighth straight win, face Bulls

No matter which players Detroit coach J.B. Bickerstaff puts on the court these days, they produce and the Pistons keep winning. Detroit will be shooting for its eighth consecutive victory when it hosts the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday.

Detroit Pistons News / Yardbarker / November 11

Pistons' Cunningham matches two legends with bizarre big game

Pistons' Cade Cunningham matches two legends with bizarre big game

Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham saw his name mentioned next to two legends on Monday night. Cunningham matched both Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant in two very different ways.

The Daniss system: Unheralded guard saves Pistons with huge shots

Board man gets paid: How Jalen Duren is flourishing in a contract year

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Daniss Jenkins News / Yardbarker / November 11

The Daniss system: Unheralded guard saves Pistons with huge shots

You could be forgiven if you'd never heard of Daniss Jenkins before Monday night. After he saved the Detroit Pistons in only his 13th career game, the Pistons — and the Washington Wizards — won't forget him anytime soon.

Board man gets paid: How Jalen Duren is flourishing in a contract year

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Jalen Duren News / Yardbarker / November 10

Board man gets paid: How Jalen Duren is flourishing in a contract year

Jalen Duren and the Detroit Pistons didn't agree on a rookie extension before the season began. Now, Duren is setting himself for a big contract with a breakout fourth season — especially on the boards.

Pistons crank out wins while Wizards continue to struggle

Pistons rally behind Cade Cunningham’s 2nd-half surge to beat Sixers

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Wendell Moore News / Detroit Pistons on SI / November 10

Detroit Pistons Are Forming a Reunion After Win vs 76ers

The Detroit Pistons will reunite with their former trade acquisition. According to a report, the Pistons are adding Wendell Moore Jr. to a two-way deal.

Jalen Duren News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 9

Pistons improve eye-popping trend after Jalen Duren’s huge night vs. 76ers

The Detroit Pistons continue to impress in the 2025-26 NBA season. When it looked as though they were going to see their win streak end on Sunday against the Philadelphia 76ers on the road, Jalen Duren and company went down to work and erased a double-digit halftime deficit to score a 111-108 victory at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.