Overview

• The Detroit Pistons, playing without star guard Cade Cunningham, defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 125-112 in a lopsided game at Little Caesars Arena.
• Joel Embiid and Paul George were heavily criticized for their poor first-half performances, as the Sixers allowed a season-high 78 points before halftime.
• Despite a strong third quarter from Embiid, who scored 20 points in the period, the Sixers were unable to recover from their early deficit.
• Tyrese Maxey contributed 27 points and seven assists, while newly-acquired Quentin Grimes impressed with his defensive effort and shooting off the bench.
• Malik Beasley led the Pistons with a career-high 36 points, including nine three-pointers, while Tobias Harris added 22 points and nine rebounds in Cunningham's absence.