Pistons Extend Winning Streak to Seven with Gritty Win Over Clippers
The Detroit Pistons are on fire! After their victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on February 7, they’ve been riding an impressive wave, turning a solid performance into a full-fledged winning streak. Monday night’s game against the Los Angeles Clippers was another step in their resurgence, as they secured a hard-fought 106-97 win at Little Caesars Arena. That makes it seven straight wins for Detroit, pushing their overall record to 32-26 and improving their home record to 15-13 .
This wasn’t just another win—it was a test of endurance. Both teams had played the night before, with the Clippers coming off a tough loss to the Indiana Pacers and the Pistons fresh from dropping 148 points on the Atlanta Hawks. Fatigue was evident early on, as both squads struggled offensively in the first half. But Detroit managed to hold onto a slim 51-49 lead at the break, thanks in part to a clutch step-back three from Cade Cunningham just before halftime.
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Cunningham was once again the star of the show, delivering 32 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists despite turning the ball over seven times. His efficiency wasn’t perfect (9-of-22 shooting), but his ability to take over when it mattered most was undeniable. Tobias Harris stepped up in the first half, keeping Detroit in the fight with 11 of his 20 points coming early on. And then there was Jalen Duren , continuing to prove why he’s such a valuable presence in the paint. He recorded his fifth double-double in six games , finishing with 19 rebounds and 12 points .
The turning point came late in the third quarter. The Pistons, fueled by Cunningham’s slick ball-handling, started to push the tempo. One of the night’s highlights was his behind-the-back crossover leading to an alley-oop attempt for Duren. That sequence fired up the team, and Detroit outscored the Clippers 15-8 to close the quarter with an 83-75 lead .
The fourth quarter wasn’t smooth sailing, though. The Clippers made a late push, cutting the lead to just four points. But Ausar Thompson delivered a momentum-killing put-back dunk that reignited Detroit’s energy. From there, they held on to secure the win. The Pistons had to grind this one out, as Clippers coach Tyronn Lue’s squad brought their trademark physicality. James Harden, despite struggling with his shot (5-of-22 from the field), led the Clippers with 18 points, 12 rebounds, and five assists . Derrick Jones Jr. chipped in 15 points off the bench , while Ivica Zubac put up 15 rebounds and 13 points .
After the game, Coach J.B. Bickerstaff praised his team’s resilience. “It took grit—it wasn’t easy,” he said. “The way the Clippers play, it’s rough, rugged, and physical. But our guys showed mental toughness. These kinds of games sharpen us.”
The Pistons are proving that they’re more than just a hot streak—they’re a legitimate force in the league right now. But the real test is still ahead. Next up? A matchup against the Boston Celtics on Wednesday night. Detroit has yet to beat Boston this season (0-3), but if they keep playing with this level of intensity, they just might flip the script.
Stay locked in, because the Pistons are making serious noise in the league right now!
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