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The Detroit Pistons are in first place in the Eastern Conference. Here's why a wild trade deadline could mess with what has been working.
In a league that has embraced the 3-point shot more each passing season, the Detroit Pistons are winning games while being anemic to it.
DETROIT (AP) — Kevin Durant scored 32 points as the Houston Rockets ended the Detroit Pistons' four-game winning streak with a 111-104 victory Friday night. Durant averages 30.6 points in 32 career games against the Pistons - his highest average against any other team.
The Detroit Pistons came close, but just couldn't earn a comeback victory in a Friday-night loss on their home court.
The Detroit Pistons are positioned to be buyers ahead of the Feb. 5 NBA trade deadline. Atop the Eastern Conference at 32-10, they have financial flexibility and assets that can be moved in order to fortify their position ahead of the playoffs. The front office has signaled a patient approach even as the team has surged ahead of expectations.
Houston's Kevin Durant torched the Pistons, who struggled with their long-range shots on Friday at Little Caesars Arena.
The Detroit Pistons are currently on a four-game winning streak, and there is a big reason why.