Rockets Edge Out Pistons in Close Game, Extend Detroit's Losing Streak to Seven

Fred VanVleet's Strong Second Half Performance Pivotal in Houston's 112-110 Victory

Fred VanVleet scored 17 points in the second half, leading the Houston Rockets to a 112-110 victory over the Detroit Pistons.
The Pistons, who played without leading scorers Cunningham (knee) and Bogdanovic (calf), have now lost seven straight games.
Alperen Sengun and Jalen Green added 29 and 28 points respectively for the Rockets.
Jaden Ivey had an open look at a game-winning 3-pointer with three seconds left, but it went in and out.
Isaiah Stewart played his first game for the Pistons since Dec. 26 and had 16 points and seven rebounds.