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Cade Cunningham scores 30 to carry Pistons past Magic

Cade Cunningham poured in 30 points and handed out 10 assists as the host Detroit Pistons pulled away from the Orlando Magic, 135-116, on Wednesday night.

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Cade makes the Magic’s defense disappear

So much for the low-scoring, defensive battle that was expected tonight. The Detroit Pistons had a needed bounce-back game tonight against the Orlando Magic with a victory of 135-116.

Cade Cunningham News / Detroit Pistons on SI / October 29

Cade Cunningham Says the Right Thing When it Comes to MVP Questions

Cade Cunningham went into the 2024-2025 NBA season with All-Star intentions. The Detroit Pistons guard stood in front of a scrum of reporters and made it clear that making the All-Star game and the playoffs was a goal of his.

Detroit Pistons News / Sneakers on SI / October 29

Michael Jordan's Game-Worn Air Jordans from Pistons Brawl Up for Auction

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The 'Last 50-point game by NBA team' quiz

How many of the last players to reach the half-century mark in points for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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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.

Ausar Thompson News / Detroit Pistons on SI / October 29

Pistons Get a Positive Sign on Ausar Thompson Before Magic Matchup

As the Detroit Pistons prepare for their Wednesday night battle against the Orlando Magic, the team added a new name to the injury report in Ausar Thompson.

J.B. Bickerstaff News / Hoops Wire / October 28

JB Bickerstaff not too concerned after Pistons’ clunker vs Cavs: ‘It’s one night’

The Pistons ran into a wall on Monday, falling 116-95 to the Cavaliers and snapping their three-game winning streak. It was their first dud of the young season, but head coach J.B.

Ausar Thompson News / Athlon Sports / October 28

Pistons Announce Ausar Thompson News on Tuesday

Ausar Thompson has continued to take strides in his third season with the Detroit Pistons. The 22-year-old small forward has steadily improved each year in Detroit after being selected fifth overall in the 2023 NBA Draft.

NBA News / Field Level Media / October 28

After blowout loss, Pistons try to rebound vs. struggling Magic

J.B. Bickerstaff isn't concerned about one bad outing. The Detroit Pistons coach saw his team get blown out by Cleveland on Monday. The Pistons will host the struggling Orlando Magic on Wednesday night.

Detroit Pistons News / Hoops Rumors / October 28

Pistons pick up 2026-27 options on three players

The Pistons have exercised their 2026/27 rookie scale team options on the following three players, according to RealGM’s official NBA transaction log:

J.B. Bickerstaff News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 28

Pistons’ JB Bickerstaff opens up on blowout loss against Cavaliers

The Detroit Pistons put up one of their worst performances in recent years Monday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Their sluggish effort ended with a rough final score of 116-95, dropping the Pistons back to a .500 record with a 2-2 mark.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / October 28

Detroit Pistons Climb NBA Power Rankings Despite Shaky Start

Fresh off a 2025 season where they shattered any and all expectations, the Detroit Pistons were a team many had their eyes on heading into the 2026 campaign.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Bad Boys / October 28

Under the Hood: Game 4 vs Cavs – Everything was bad

Under the Hood – it’s time to see what’s really going on inside this Pistons team. Firing on All Cylinders I’m not sure anything was firing on all cylinders last night for Detroit, and if we’re keeping up with the automobile industry puns, they needed to be towed out of Little Caesars Arena.

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Jalen Duren News / Hoops Wire / October 27

Pistons’ Jalen Duren headed for restricted free agency next summer

Jalen Duren and the Pistons couldn’t come to terms on a rookie-scale extension before the season, setting up the 21-year-old center for restricted free agency in 2026, per ESPN’s Bobby Marks.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Bad Boys / October 27

Every Detroit flaw on full display in blowout loss

The first time Cade Cunningham went to the bench, the Cleveland Cavaliers went on a run, and a close game turned into a big Cavs lead. They never looked back.

Detroit Pistons News / Last Word On Sports / October 27

Pistons’ Bullies Bring Physicality, Energy, Edge To Court

After a disappointing opening night loss to the Chicago Bulls, the Detroit Pistons are re-establishing themselves as bullies. In the midst of their two-game winning streak, the Pistons have picked up the intensity on both ends of the floor.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 27

Pistons earn another ‘identity win’ vs. Celtics in home-opener

Sunday featured another case of the Detroit Pistons “controlling the chaos” by defeating the Boston Celtics 119-113. The franchise has spoken about embracing and fighting through adversity as its identity.

Cade Cunningham News / Athlon Sports / October 27

Pistons Announce Cade Cunningham News Before Cavaliers Game

Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons are aiming to make a deep run in the Eastern Conference after a breakthrough season last year. Cunningham fully emerged as a star, posting career highs across the board while appearing in 70 games.

NBA News / Field Level Media / October 27

Pistons to test their 'standard' against Cavaliers

Detroit's home game against Cleveland on Monday night will provide an early measuring stick for the Pistons. The Pistons are striving to reach the level of the Cavaliers, who had the Eastern Conference's top record last season and reside in the same division, the Central.

Detroit Pistons News / Total Apex Sports / October 25

Detroit Pistons Outlast Rockets in Gritty Road Victory in Game 2 of Their Season

The Detroit Pistons walked into Houston on Friday night carrying the weight of a 0-1 start and walked out with something far more valuable: proof they belong in these kinds of fights.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 24

Jalen Duren gets ejected for elbowing Amen Thompson in the head

Jalen Duren pulled a Metta World Peace during Friday’s game. The Detroit Pistons center Duren was ejected against the Houston Rockets for elbowing Rockets guard Amen Thompson.

Detroit Pistons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 24

Pistons rumors: Jaden Ivey, Jalen Duren in ‘good standing’ with Detroit after no contract extensions

With rumors surrounding Detroit Pistons stars Jaden Ivey and Jalen Duren in relation to contract extensions, the basketball world is wondering where everything stands between the players and the team.

Detroit Pistons News / Last Word On Sports / October 23

Detroit Pistons Season Opener Delivers Early Reality Check

The Detroit Pistons’ season opener was a disappointing 115-111 loss to the Chicago Bulls. They trailed by as many as 23 points before storming back to tie the game at 107 in the fourth quarter.

Isaiah Stewart News / Sneakers on SI / October 23

Isaiah Stewart Stays Ten Toes Down in Barefoot Basketball Shoes

Throughout his NBA career, Detroit Pistons forward Isaiah Stewart has always stayed ten toes down. The bruising power forward regularly comes to his teammates' defense and never backs down from opponents.