Pistons Break Eight-Game Losing Streak with Win Over Wizards

Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren lead Detroit to a crucial victory, keeping hopes of avoiding the worst record in franchise history alive.

The Detroit Pistons ended an eight-game losing streak with a 96-87 victory over the Washington Wizards, maintaining their position just above the bottom of the NBA standings.
Cade Cunningham led the Pistons with 33 points, while Jalen Duren contributed 20 points and 18 rebounds, showcasing their critical roles in the win.
Despite a strong comeback from the Wizards, who erased a 19-point halftime deficit to briefly lead in the fourth quarter, Detroit secured the win with key plays in the final minutes.
The victory keeps Detroit's hopes alive of avoiding the worst record in franchise history, as they now trail the Wizards by only one game in the standings with nine games remaining.
Both teams struggled with their 3-point shooting, finishing under 30% from beyond the arc in a game that highlighted the challenges faced by the NBA's bottom two teams.