Pistons Tie Historic Wins Record and Look to the Future
INDIANAPOLIS – The Detroit Pistons are living a dream moment in the NBA. After setting a record for consecutive losses just two years ago, the team has resurfaced with impressive force, proving that they are capable of competing at the highest level.On Monday night, the Pistons tied the franchise record with their thirteenth consecutive victory, surpassing the Indiana Pacers with a score of 122-117. This winning streak emulates those of the 1990 and 2004 championship teams, raising their record to 15-2.
This radical change is even more remarkable if we consider that the 2023-24 season began with a 3-36 record, culminating in only 14 wins. Now, the Pistons have the opportunity to surpass legendary Detroit teams, including the “Bad Boys” of yesteryear. On Wednesday night, the Pistons will face the Celtics in an NBA Cup game. A match that could mark an important milestone for the team. To match the record, Detroit had to overcome the Pacers, a historic rival. Indiana showed its tenacity, but ultimately fell to 2-15. Cade Cunningham, the first overall pick, has led the Pistons in their rise to the top of the Eastern Conference. In Monday’s game, he accumulated 24 points, 11 rebounds, and six assists. Jalen Duren contributed 17 points and 12 rebounds, while Caris Levert added 19 points. The return of Jaden Ivey, who has been out since January due to a fibula fracture, has further strengthened the team. Ivey scored 12 points against the Pacers, although he played only 12 minutes due to a restriction. Despite the victory, Cunningham expressed his discontent with the way the Pistons almost squandered an 18-point lead in the final quarter.It’s incredible. We play for the Detroit Pistons, a historic franchise. Being able to make history for a historic franchise like this is special.
Cade Cunningham
We shouldn’t have let them back in the game like that. So we’ll watch the film, feel bad about it, but we’ll work from it, learn and get better.
Cade Cunningham
