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76ers Face Pistons in Key Eastern Conference Matchup Tonight

Philadelphia and Detroit, both vying for Play-In positions, clash at Little Caesars Arena with full rosters expected for a competitive game.

Paul George #8 of the Philadelphia 76ers handles the ball against Ausar Thompson #9 of the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on November 30, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan.
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Overview

  • The Philadelphia 76ers (20-30) and Detroit Pistons (25-26) are set to play at 7:30 PM ET at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, airing on ESPN.
  • Both teams are competing for Play-In Tournament spots in the Eastern Conference, with the Pistons ranked seventh and the 76ers in eleventh place.
  • Philadelphia's Big 3—Joel Embiid, Paul George, and Tyrese Maxey—are expected to play, with Maxey averaging 27.1 points per game this season.
  • Detroit's Cade Cunningham, averaging 25.0 points per game, is listed as questionable but has been a key performer, including a 38-point effort in the Pistons' last game.
  • The 76ers have historically dominated this matchup, winning eight of their last ten meetings against the Pistons, though both teams are struggling with recent losses.