http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:28:29 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/22/ppistons-beat-magic-end-longest-home-playoff-losing-streak/stories/20260422129 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/22/ppistons-beat-magic-end-longest-home-playoff-losing-streak/stories/20260422129#comments Thu, 23 Apr 2026 02:05:51 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/22/ppistons-beat-magic-end-longest-home-playoff-losing-streak/stories/20260422129 DETROIT — Cade Cunningham had 27 points, 11 assists and six rebounds to lead the top-seeded Detroit Pistons to a 98-83 win over the eighth-seeded Orlando Magic on Wednesday night, evening their first-round series and ending the longest home losing streak in NBA playoff history. Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) takes a shot against Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) as Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) helps defend during the first half in Game 2 of a first-round NBA basketball playoffs series on April 22 in Detroit. Detroit Pistons forward Isaiah Stewart (28) celebrates after forcing a turnover by the Orlando Magic during the first half in Game 2 of a first-round NBA basketball playoffs series on April 22 in Detroit. Detroit Pistons forward Duncan Robinson (55) goes to the basket against Orlando Magic forward Jamal Cain (8) during the first half in Game 2 of a first-round NBA basketball playoffs series on April 22 in Detroit. Detroit Pistons guard Daniss Jenkins (24) drives to the basket against Orlando Magic forward Tristan da Silva (23) and center Goga Bitadze (35) during the first half in Game 2 of a first-round NBA basketball playoffs series on April 22 in Detroit. Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) has his shot blocked by Detroit Pistons guard Javonte Green (31) during the first half in Game 2 of a first-round NBA basketball playoffs series on April 22 in Detroit. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/19/paolo-banchero-scores-23-magic-beat-pistons-112-101/stories/20260419126 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/19/paolo-banchero-scores-23-magic-beat-pistons-112-101/stories/20260419126#comments Mon, 20 Apr 2026 03:07:47 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/19/paolo-banchero-scores-23-magic-beat-pistons-112-101/stories/20260419126 DETROIT — Paolo Banchero had 23 points, nine rebounds and four assists to lead the eighth-seeded Orlando Magic to a 112-101 win over the top-seeded Detroit Pistons on Sunday night in Game 1 of their first-round series, extending the longest home playoff losing streak in NBA history. Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane (3) grabs a rebound in front of Detroit Pistons forward Ronald Holland II, top right. Detroit Pistons forward Duncan Robinson (55) goes to the basket past Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (0). Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) discusses a play with Detroit Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff, left. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/17/nba-playoffs-awards-pistons-star-cade-cunningham/stories/20260417120 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/17/nba-playoffs-awards-pistons-star-cade-cunningham/stories/20260417120#comments Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:04:45 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/17/nba-playoffs-awards-pistons-star-cade-cunningham/stories/20260417120 DETROIT — The NBA playoffs, not awards, drive Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham to chase greatness. Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) shoots over Indiana Pacers guard Ethan Thompson (55) during the second half April 12 in Indianapolis. Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) drives against Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball during the first half April 10 in Charlotte, N.C. Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham dunks ahead of Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball during the second half April 10 in Charlotte, N.C. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/12/paul-reed-tobias-harris-finish-with-flourish-pistons-beat-pacers-133-121/stories/20260412139 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/12/paul-reed-tobias-harris-finish-with-flourish-pistons-beat-pacers-133-121/stories/20260412139#comments Mon, 13 Apr 2026 02:02:53 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/12/paul-reed-tobias-harris-finish-with-flourish-pistons-beat-pacers-133-121/stories/20260412139 INDIANAPOLIS — Paul Reed finished with 26 points, six rebounds, three assists and three blocks and Tobias Harris scored 24 points in limited minutes Sunday, propelling the Eastern Conference's top seeded Detroit Pistons past the Indiana Pacers 133-121. Indiana Pacers guard Quenton Jackson (29) drives on Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (12). Indiana Pacers guard Taelon Peter (4) drives on Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2). Indiana Pacers guard Quenton Jackson (29) defends Detroit Pistons guard Caris LeVert (8). https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/10/jalen-duren-scores-20-points-detroit-pistons-beat-charlotte-hornets/stories/20260410139 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/10/jalen-duren-scores-20-points-detroit-pistons-beat-charlotte-hornets/stories/20260410139#comments Sat, 11 Apr 2026 03:42:31 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/10/jalen-duren-scores-20-points-detroit-pistons-beat-charlotte-hornets/stories/20260410139 CHARLOTTE — Jalen Duren had 20 points, Duncan Robinson scored 19 and the Detroit Pistons beat Charlotte 118-100 on Friday night, locking the Hornets into the play-in tournament. Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) battles Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) for the ball. Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) drives against Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball. Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (12) drives into Charlotte Hornets guard Coby White, left. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/08/cade-cunningham-double-double-return-injury-pistons-rout-bucks/stories/20260408114 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/08/cade-cunningham-double-double-return-injury-pistons-rout-bucks/stories/20260408114#comments Thu, 09 Apr 2026 01:57:01 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/08/cade-cunningham-double-double-return-injury-pistons-rout-bucks/stories/20260408114 DETROIT — Cade Cunningham had 13 points and 10 assists in his return from injury as the Detroit Pistons beat the Milwaukee Bucks 137-111 in their home finale on Wednesday night. Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) drives against Milwaukee Bucks guard Gary Trent Jr. (5) during the first half of an NBA basketball game on April 8 in Detroit. Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) drives against Milwaukee Bucks guard AJ Green (20) during the first half of an NBA basketball game on April 8 in Detroit. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/06/banchero-scores-31-bane-adds-25-magic-pistons-123-107/stories/20260406108 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/06/banchero-scores-31-bane-adds-25-magic-pistons-123-107/stories/20260406108#comments Tue, 07 Apr 2026 02:02:30 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/06/banchero-scores-31-bane-adds-25-magic-pistons-123-107/stories/20260406108 ORLANDO, Fla. — Paolo Banchero scored 31 points, Desmond Bane added 25 and the Orlando Magic beat the Detroit Pistons 123-107 on Monday night. Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero, right, makes a move to get around Detroit Pistons guard Ausar Thompson during the second half April 6 in Orlando, Fla. Detroit Pistons guard Marcus Sasser, center, loses control of the ball as he is defended by Orlando Magic forward Moritz Wagner (21) and guard Jevon Carter (2) during the first half April 6 in Orlando, Fla. Detroit Pistons forward Paul Reed (7) looks to pass the ball as he gets caught between Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) and center Wendell Carter Jr. (34) during the first half April 6 in Orlando, Fla. Detroit Pistons guard Marcus Sasser, center, passes the ball as he gets between Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane (3) and forward Jamal Cain during the first half April 6 in Orlando, Fla. Detroit Pistons guard Daniss Jenkins, center, goes to the basket between Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr., left, and forward Tristan da Silva during the first half April 6 in Orlando, Fla. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/04/pistons-beat-76ers-116-93-clinch-top-seed-eastern-conference/stories/20260404129 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/04/pistons-beat-76ers-116-93-clinch-top-seed-eastern-conference/stories/20260404129#comments Sun, 05 Apr 2026 03:34:02 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/04/pistons-beat-76ers-116-93-clinch-top-seed-eastern-conference/stories/20260404129 PHILADELPHIA — Tobias Harris scored 19 points, and Daniss Jenkins added 16 points and 14 assists as the Detroit Pistons beat the Philadelphia 76ers 116-93 Saturday night to clinch the top seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs. Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (12) celebrates with center Jalen Duren (0). https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/02/duren-leads-pistons-past-timberwolves-game-without-superstars/stories/20260402143 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/02/duren-leads-pistons-past-timberwolves-game-without-superstars/stories/20260402143#comments Fri, 03 Apr 2026 01:59:32 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/02/duren-leads-pistons-past-timberwolves-game-without-superstars/stories/20260402143 DETROIT — Jalen Duren had 22 points and 14 rebounds, Daniss Jenkins scored 26 points, and the Detroit Pistons beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 113-108 on Thursday night as both teams were without a superstar. Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) gets fouled by Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (27) while driving to the basket in the first half of an NBA basketball game on April 2 in Detroit. Detroit Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff, left, talks with referee James Capers (19) in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on April 2 in Detroit. Detroit Pistons guard Daniss Jenkins (24) drives to the basket between Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (27) and forward Kyle Anderson (12) in the first half of an NBA basketball game on April 2 in Detroit. Minnesota Timberwolves controlling owner and former Major League Baseball player, Alex Rodriguez, watches the Timberwolves play the Detroit Pistons with his girlfriend Jaclyn Cordeiro, in the first half of an NBA basketball game on April 2 in Detroit. Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (11) reacts after bumpin heads with Detroit Pistons forward Ronald Holland II in the first half of an NBA basketball game on April 2 in Detroit. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/31/pistons-led-by-jalen-durens-31-points-nine-rebounds-clinch-division/stories/20260331122 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/31/pistons-led-by-jalen-durens-31-points-nine-rebounds-clinch-division/stories/20260331122#comments Wed, 01 Apr 2026 02:59:14 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/31/pistons-led-by-jalen-durens-31-points-nine-rebounds-clinch-division/stories/20260331122 DETROIT — Jalen Duren had 31 points and nine rebounds as the Detroit Pistons defeated the Toronto Raptors 127-116 to clinch the Central Division title on Tuesday night. Toronto Raptors guard Ja'kobe Walter, right, and Detroit Pistons guard Javonte Green fight over a loose ball. Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett (9) takes a shot against Detroit Pistons guard Daniss Jenkins, back, and center Jalen Duren (0). https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/28/harris-scores-18-pistons-tighten-grip-top-seed-east-109-87-win-minnesota/stories/20260328127 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/28/harris-scores-18-pistons-tighten-grip-top-seed-east-109-87-win-minnesota/stories/20260328127#comments Sun, 29 Mar 2026 01:47:07 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/28/harris-scores-18-pistons-tighten-grip-top-seed-east-109-87-win-minnesota/stories/20260328127 MINNEAPOLIS — Tobias Harris led a balanced scoring attack with 18 points on Saturday as the Detroit Pistons strengthened their hold on the top seed in the Eastern Conference with a 109-87 victory over the injury-riddled Minnesota Timberwolves. Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr., bottom, loses the ball as Detroit Pistons forward Paul Reed, top, defends. Minnesota Timberwolves guard Bones Hyland (8) works around Detroit Pistons guard Daniss Jenkins, left. Detroit Pistons forward Ron Holland (5) knocks the ball away from Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (11) as Pistons forward Paul Reed, right, approaches. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/26/jalen-duren-30-point-double-double-leads-pistons-past-pelicans/stories/20260326116 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/26/jalen-duren-30-point-double-double-leads-pistons-past-pelicans/stories/20260326116#comments Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:53:28 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/26/jalen-duren-30-point-double-double-leads-pistons-past-pelicans/stories/20260326116 DETROIT — Jalen Duren had 30 points and 10 rebounds to lead the Detroit Pistons past the New Orleans Pelicans 129-108 on Thursday night. Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) goes to the basket against New Orleans Pelicans forward Karlo Matkovic (17) during the first half of an NBA basketball game on March 26 in Detroit. Detroit Pistons guard Daniss Jenkins (24) goes to the basket against New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi (21) during the first half of an NBA basketball game on March 26 in Detroit. Detroit Pistons forward Ronald Holland II, left, and New Orleans Pelicans guard Jeremiah Fears, right, scramble for a loose ball during the first half of an NBA basketball game on March 26 in Detroit. Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (12) takes a shot against New Orleans Pelicans forward Karlo Matkovic (17) during the first half of an NBA basketball game on March 26 in Detroit. Detroit Pistons guard Kevin Huerter (27) goes to the basket between New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones (2) and guard Dejounte Murray (5) during the first half of an NBA basketball game on March 26 in Detroit. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/23/daniss-jenkins-puts-up-career-high-30-points-pistons-end-lakers-113-110/stories/20260323097 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/23/daniss-jenkins-puts-up-career-high-30-points-pistons-end-lakers-113-110/stories/20260323097#comments Tue, 24 Mar 2026 02:45:33 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/23/daniss-jenkins-puts-up-career-high-30-points-pistons-end-lakers-113-110/stories/20260323097 DETROIT — Daniss Jenkins scored a career-high 30 points, including six in the final 34 seconds, and the Detroit Pistons ended the Los Angeles Lakers’ nine-game winning streak with a 113-110 win on Monday. Detroit Pistons guard Ausar Thompson (9) blocks a shot-attempt by Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15). Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (12) goes to the basket against Los Angeles Lakers forward Adou Thiero (1). https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/20/jalen-duren-scores-23-points-pistons-beat-golden-state/stories/20260320130 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/20/jalen-duren-scores-23-points-pistons-beat-golden-state/stories/20260320130#comments Sat, 21 Mar 2026 02:35:02 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/20/jalen-duren-scores-23-points-pistons-beat-golden-state/stories/20260320130 DETROIT — Jalen Duren scored 23 points as the Detroit Pistons beat the Golden State Warriors 115-101 on Friday night in a game missing two of the NBA's biggest stars. Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski (2) goes to the basket against Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0). Golden State Warriors guard De'anthony Melton (8) goes up to shoot against Detroit Pistons forward Paul Reed (7). Detroit Pistons head coach J.B. Bickerstaff gestures toward an official. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/19/duren-powers-pistons-past-wizards-117-95/stories/20260319112 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/19/duren-powers-pistons-past-wizards-117-95/stories/20260319112#comments Fri, 20 Mar 2026 02:36:39 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/19/duren-powers-pistons-past-wizards-117-95/stories/20260319112 WASHINGTON — Jalen Duren had 24 points and 11 rebounds and Detroit never trailed in a 117-95 victory over the Washington Wizards on Thursday night, the Pistons' first game since All-Star guard Cade Cunningham was ruled out for at least two weeks with a collapsed left lung. Detroit Pistons forward Paul Reed (7) and Washington Wizards forward Tristan Vukcevic (00) battle for the ball. Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris, right, knocks the ball away from Washington Wizards guard Sharife Cooper (13). Detroit Pistons forward Paul Reed, left, dunks over Washington Wizards guard Will Riley, right. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/19/pistons-guard-cade-cunningham-collapsed-lung-evaluated-2-weeks/stories/20260319103 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/19/pistons-guard-cade-cunningham-collapsed-lung-evaluated-2-weeks/stories/20260319103#comments Thu, 19 Mar 2026 21:02:11 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/19/pistons-guard-cade-cunningham-collapsed-lung-evaluated-2-weeks/stories/20260319103 DETROIT — All-Star guard Cade Cunningham of the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons has a collapsed left lung and will miss at least two weeks and possibly more, the team announced Thursday. Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) dunks the ball against the Memphis Grizzlies on March 13 in Detroit. Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) drives to the basket against Philadelphia 76ers forward Dalen Terry (14) on March 12 in Detroit. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/17/cunningham-leaves-early-back-spasms-pistons-beat-wizards-130-117/stories/20260317118 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/17/cunningham-leaves-early-back-spasms-pistons-beat-wizards-130-117/stories/20260317118#comments Wed, 18 Mar 2026 02:02:41 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/17/cunningham-leaves-early-back-spasms-pistons-beat-wizards-130-117/stories/20260317118 WASHINGTON — Jalen Duren had 36 points and 12 rebounds for the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons, who lost fellow All-Star Cade Cunningham to back spasms in the first half of a 130-117 victory over the Washington Wizards on Tuesday night. Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) dunks the ball during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Washington Wizards on March 17 in Washington. Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) goes to shoot past Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington during the second half of an NBA basketball game on March 17 in Washington. Washington Wizards forward Justin Champagnie (9) blocks the shot of Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren during the first half of an NBA basketball game on March 17 in Washington. Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) grabs a rebound against Washington Wizards forward Anthony Gill during the first half of an NBA basketball game on March 17 in Washington. Washington Wizards guard Tre Johnson goes to shoot between Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) and Detroit Pistons forward Duncan Robinson (55) during the first half of an NBA basketball game on March 17 in Washington. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/15/brandon-ingram-scores-34-points-raptors-top-pistons-119-108/stories/20260315148 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/15/brandon-ingram-scores-34-points-raptors-top-pistons-119-108/stories/20260315148#comments Mon, 16 Mar 2026 03:34:35 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/15/brandon-ingram-scores-34-points-raptors-top-pistons-119-108/stories/20260315148 TORONTO — Brandon Ingram had a game-high 34 points and the Toronto Raptors defeated the Detroit Pistons 119-108 on Sunday. Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes, right, is fouled by Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren as Barnes jumps for the hoop. Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (12) controls the ball as Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett, right, defends. Toronto Raptors forward Jonathan Mogbo (2) and Detroit Pistons forward Ronald Holland II (5) battle for a rebound. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/13/jalen-duren-cade-cunningham-help-detroit-pistons-prolong-memphis-grizzlies/stories/20260313134 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/13/jalen-duren-cade-cunningham-help-detroit-pistons-prolong-memphis-grizzlies/stories/20260313134#comments Sat, 14 Mar 2026 03:01:59 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/13/jalen-duren-cade-cunningham-help-detroit-pistons-prolong-memphis-grizzlies/stories/20260313134 DETROIT  — Jalen Duren had 30 points and 13 rebounds and Cade Cunningham added 17 points and 15 assists as the Detroit Pistons handed the Memphis Grizzlies their seventh straight loss with a 126-110 victory on Friday night. Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) dunks the ball against the Memphis Grizzlies. Memphis Grizzlies forward Cedric Coward (23) drives against Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2). Detroit Pistons forward Ronald Holland II (5) drives to the basket past Memphis Grizzlies guard Javon Small (10). https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/12/pistons-beat-76ers-131-109-2nd-straight-victory-after-4-game-skid/stories/20260312131 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/12/pistons-beat-76ers-131-109-2nd-straight-victory-after-4-game-skid/stories/20260312131#comments Fri, 13 Mar 2026 02:19:42 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/03/12/pistons-beat-76ers-131-109-2nd-straight-victory-after-4-game-skid/stories/20260312131 DETROIT — Duncan Robinson scored 19 points and the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons beat the Philadelphia 76ers 131-109 on Thursday night for their second straight victory after a season-worst four-game losing streak. Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (12) drives against Philadelphia 76ers guard Vj Edgecombe (77). Philadelphia 76ers forward Trendon Watford (12) drives against Detroit Pistons forward Duncan Robinson. Philadelphia 76ers guard Quentin Grimes (5) goes to the basket past Detroit Pistons guard Javonte Green (31).