In a historic turnaround, the Detroit Pistons’ resurgence has accomplished a feat never before seen in the NBA.
With their 133-122 victory over the East leading Cleveland Cavaliers, the Pistons have won their 42nd game of the season, tripling their win total from their previous campaign. Following a disastrous 2023-23 season where the Pistons found themselves on a historic 28 game losing streak and a 14-68 season, the Pistons have ironically improved by 28 games and has secured their first winning season since the 2015-16 season.
The Pistons have much to celebrate this season. After hiring new President of Basketball Operations Trajan Langdon and hiring Head Coach JB Bickerstaff, Detroit is playing their best basketball in a decade. The team now plays with a defensive mindset and gets their offense in transition, quickly becoming one of the best watches in all of basketball.
The Pistons have grown all season, led by All-NBA lock Cade Cunningham. Cunningham has evolved his game, becoming a nightly triple double threat and is 3rd in the NBA in assists. The young core features Jalen Duren, Jaden Ivey, and Ausar Thompson, who just last season had questions if they could play together. Teammates Malik Beasley, Dennis Schroeder, Tim Hardaway Jr, and Tobias Harris among others have provided leadership and consistency for the young team.
Detroit Pistons’ resurgence has accomplished a feat never before seen, and there are still eight games left to play. Three more wins, and the Pistons have secured their best season record since the 2007-08 season. A playoff series is guaranteed for Detroit, where they will have the opportunity to win their first playoff game since the same season.
Detroit Basketball is back on the rise, and with the young core and veteran leadership, the future is bright for the Motor City.
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