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After the Detroit Pistons ended their agonizing 28-game losing streak by defeating the Toronto Raptors 129-127, the internet erupted with humor and excitement. Jalen Duren playfully joined the celebration with a tweet directed at Wingstop, a restaurant chain that promised five free boneless wings for each Pistons win.

"Aye @wingstop I'm coming to get my wings." 

The Pistons' victory over the Raptors not only broke their extended losing streak but also revitalized online banter related to Wingstop. 

In addition to the lighthearted social media banter, the Pistons' victory was a significant milestone for the team. Led by standout performances from Cade Cunningham, Jalen Duren, Kevin Knox, Alec Burks, and Bojan Bogdanovic, the win ended a streak that had become a symbol of the team's struggles. 

Cunningham's impressive stat line and the collective effort brought the Pistons' season record to 3-29, offering a glimmer of hope and momentum for future games. As the Pistons aim to carry this newfound energy into their upcoming game against the Houston Rockets, the Wingstop banter remains a memorable and amusing aspect of the celebration.

Monty Williams Was Nearly In Tears After Pistons Snapped Losing Streak

After enduring a gut-wrenching 28-game losing streak, the Detroit Pistons finally secured a victory by defeating the Toronto Raptors 129-127. The emotional impact of this win was palpable in the Pistons' locker room, as head coach Monty Williams shared his experience, stating that he was "almost in tears" witnessing the jubilation among the players.

Williams described the unique atmosphere in the locker room, emphasizing that the relief felt was not just a typical win but rather a collective sigh of gratitude for breaking the extended losing streak. The joyous celebration included players screaming and Williams nearly brought to tears, highlighting the significance of the moment for the struggling team.

The victory was a breakthrough for the Pistons, offering a glimmer of hope after a challenging period. Williams expressed happiness for the players and everyone associated with the team, emphasizing that sometimes it takes a win like this to ignite positive momentum.

The win came after notable performances from key players, with Cade Cunningham leading the charge with 30 points, 3 rebounds, 12 assists, and 1 steal. Cunningham's outstanding contributions, especially during the challenging losing streak, earned him praise and recognition.

While they managed to avoid setting the NBA record for the longest losing streak, they are now focused on avoiding another unwanted record – finishing the season with the lowest winning percentage in NBA history.

Despite the struggles, the Pistons are determined to turn things around, and the emotional celebration in the locker room after snapping the losing streak serves as a testament to the resilience and camaraderie within the team.

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