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Why Pistons Center Jalen Duren Isn’t Phased by NBA All-Star Selection

Jalen Duren is in the midst of a true breakout season, and the Detroit Pistons are reaping the rewards. Once viewed primarily as a player still finding his footing, Duren has taken a massive leap this year, establishing himself as one of the most impactful big men in the Eastern Conference.

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Under the Hood: Good spacing and bad spacing

Under the Hood – it’s time to see what’s really going on inside this Pistons team. Firing on All Cylinders Based on Detroit’s roster construction, they aren’t known as a three-point shooting team, but that doesn’t mean they can’t create good spacing on the court.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 26

NBA Notes: Pistons, Cade Cunningham, Grizzlies, Ty Jerome, Pacers

Pistons star Cade Cunningham is dealing with a wrist issue on his shooting hand and trying to walk the line between treatment, rest, and staying on the floor.

J.B. Bickerstaff News / Total Pro Sports / January 26

JB Bickerstaff Takes a Savage Shot at Official Ed Malloy Over Missed Call

The Detroit Pistons are sitting comfortably at the top of the Eastern Conference for most of this season so far. They have been playing extremely well on both ends of the court.

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NBA News / Detroit Pistons on SI / January 25

How the Detroit Pistons Defeated the Sacramento Kings in Sunday Showdown

The Detroit Pistons ended their most recent home stand on a high note with a 139-116 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Sunday. All-Star guard Cade Cunningham led the way for Detroit with a 29-point, 11-assist double-double.

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

NBA News / Detroit Bad Boys / January 25

Detroit cruises to an easy victory over Sacramento

After losing the Battle of the Thompson Twins on Friday night and ending their four-game winning streak, the Detroit Pistons showed up to their Sunday matinee against the Sacramento Kings with an opportunity to bounce back.

Cade Cunningham News / Field Level Media / January 25

Cade Cunningham drops 29 points as Pistons rout sputtering Kings

Cade Cunningham scored 19 of his game-high 29 points in the first half to lead the Detroit Pistons to a 139-116 home win over the Sacramento Kings on Sunday.

NBA News / The Lead / January 26

Shouldn’t the Pistons Trade Ivey to the Hornets for Sexton?

This series of articles takes five shots at predicting trades that will go down at the 2025-26 NBA trade deadline. The fourth one has the Pistons using

J.B. Bickerstaff News / NBA Analysis Network / January 25

J.B. Bickerstaff named All-Star coach as Pistons complete stunning turnaround atop Eastern Conference

J.B. Bickerstaff’s selection as head coach for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game represents more than individual recognition—it reflects the Detroit Pistons’ remarkable transformation into an Eastern Conference powerhouse.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / January 25

Detroit Pistons Representation Grows Ahead of 2026 NBA All-Star Game

Ahead of the NBA All-Star Game on February 15, the Detroit Pistons will be well represented during All-Star Weekend in Inglewood. The league announces All-Star head coaches from teams leading their respective conferences as of February 1, with a third coach to be named by the NBA.

Detroit Pistons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 25

Pistons’ nightmare 2026 NBA trade deadline scenario that hurts title chances

Success has an interesting way of tempting overreaction. The most dangerous moment for a rising contender isn’t when things go wrong but when everything goes right.

J.B. Bickerstaff News / Hoops Rumors / January 24

J.B. Bickerstaff To Coach In All-Star Game

The Pistons’ J.B. Bickerstaff has wrapped up one of three head coaching slots in next month’s All-Star Game, the NBA announced (via Twitter). The Celtics’ loss Saturday night in Chicago ensured that Detroit will hold the best record in the East by the February 1 cutoff.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / January 24

Charles Bediako returns, scores 13 for No. 17 Alabama in loss to Tennessee

College basketball's new most controversial player had a solid individual performance on Saturday, but Charles Bediako and No. 17 Alabama fell to Tennessee 79-73 inside Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa.

Keaton Wagler delivers historic performance in No. 11 Illinois road win at No. 4 Purdue

No. 2 UConn survives upset bid from Villanova in overtime

No. 7 Nebraska's historic start continues after latest comeback win over Minnesota

No. 12 Texas Tech spoils record-setting performance from Kingston Flemings in thrilling win over No. 6 Houston

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NBA News / Field Level Media / January 24

Pistons' flaws could provide opportunity for slumping Kings

The Detroit Pistons haven't displayed many flaws while rising to the top of the Eastern Conference. Their game against Houston on Friday showed areas that opponents can exploit.

Cade Cunningham News / NBA Analysis Network / January 24

Cade Cunningham deserves a true teammate on the Detroit Pistons, not just a sidekick

The Detroit Pistons are 32-11 and have a 4½ game lead over Boston in the Eastern Conference. But Friday’s 111-104 loss to the Houston Rockets showed a problem that’s been building for weeks: Cade Cunningham doesn’t have enough help.

NBA News / EasySportz / January 24

Kevin Durant Is Still Aging Like Fine Wine

At an age when most scorers begin to fade, Kevin Durant continues to defy basketball’s natural timeline. In Houston’s 111–104 win over the Detroit Pistons, Durant once again reminded everyone why he remains one of the most unstoppable offensive forces the NBA has ever seen.

Jaden Ivey News / Fadeaway World / January 22

Detroit Pistons Are The Favorites For Herb Jones: Potential Trade Could Involve Jaden Ivey

Changes aren’t necessary for the top seed in the East, but the Detroit Pistons have one deal in mind that could raise their ceiling even further this season.

Detroit Pistons News / Last Word On Sports / January 22

Pistons Veterans Silence Naysayers With Grit And Leadership

When discussing the Detroit Pistons, the focus usually falls on the future. Cade Cunningham’s stardom, Jalen Duren’s rise, and the promise of young talents like Ron Holland and Ausar Thompson dominate the conversation.

Detroit Pistons News / Hoops Wire / January 21

Pistons winning old-fashioned way, and it starts with defense

You wouldn’t be crazy to keep waiting for the Pistons to come back to earth. But the longer this goes, the harder it gets to argue it’s a fluke. Detroit still owns the best record in the Eastern Conference (31-10).

Jalen Duren News / Total Pro Sports / January 21

Jalen Duren Gives Surprise Shoutout to a Rookie Turning Heads

Detroit Pistons big man Jalen Duren doesn’t hand out praise lightly, which is why his recent shoutout carried weight. Asked about young players who have caught his eye, Duren singled out rookie phenom Derik Queen, who’s been making a good name for himself lately.

Detroit Pistons News / Yardbarker / January 21

Grading the Pistons at midseason

At the midpoint of the 2025-26 season, the Detroit Pistons are 31-10, comfortably perched atop the NBA’s Eastern Conference. Here are insights and midterm grades for the Pistons as they prepare for the second half of the season.

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