Overview

• A physical altercation during the second quarter of the Pistons-Timberwolves game led to seven disqualifications, including players and coaches from both teams.
• The incident began after a hard foul by Pistons rookie Ron Holland on Timberwolves player Naz Reid, escalating into shoving and involving individuals from both benches.
• Disqualified individuals included Pistons players Ron Holland, Isaiah Stewart, Marcus Sasser, head coach J.B. Bickerstaff, Timberwolves players Naz Reid, Donte DiVincenzo, and assistant coach Pablo Prigioni.
• The Pistons, already short-handed due to injuries to Cade Cunningham and Tobias Harris, struggled to recover and lost 123-104, ending a three-game winning streak.
• The Timberwolves' victory improved their playoff positioning in the Western Conference, while the NBA is expected to review the altercation for potential suspensions and fines.