Can Pacers Continue 2 Winning Streaks vs. Pistons?

However, unlike recent renditions of the Pistons, this team has grit in the tank. At 8-12, they aren't the worst franchise in the NBA. The last time the Pacers played the Pistons, it ended in a 115-109 victory for the Pacers on Oct. 23. 

Unless Cade Cunningham sits due to his left sacroiliac joint sprain, the Pacers could find themselves in a blue-collar-level shift against the feisty Pistons. 

However, given the Pacers' recent surge, it's plausible that their early-season woes, which led to a close contest against the Pistons, could end Friday's NBA Cup game without suspense. 

Pacers vs. Pistons Injury Report

Indiana Pacers

• Isaiah Jackson (OUT - right Achilles)
• Andrew Nembhard (OUT - left knee)
• Aaron Nesmith (OUT left - ankle)
• Tristen Newton (QUESTIONABLE - G League)
• Ben Sheppard (OUT - left oblique)
• James Wiseman (OUT - left Achilles)

Detroit Pistons

• Cade Cunningham (QUESTIONABLE - left sacroiliac joint)
• Tobias Harris (QUESTIONABLE - left hip)
• Daniss Jenkins (OUT - G League)
• Bobi Klintman (OUT - right calf)
• Cole Swider (QUESTIONABLE - G League)
• Alondes Williams (OUT - G League)

WHEN: Friday, Nov. 29 at 8 PM Eastern Time

WHERE: Little Caesars Arena (Detroit, MI)

TV: FanDuel Sports Network Indiana, NBA League Pass

ODDS: The Pacers are 5.5-point favorites over the Pistons