The Detroit Pistons host the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday at 19:00 EST, following a remarkable performance by Pistons guard Cade Cunningham, who scored 46 points in a thrilling 137-135 overtime victory against the Washington Wizards. This matchup marks a significant moment in the early season, as the Pistons currently lead the Eastern Conference with a record of 9-2, while the Bulls stand at 6-4.
Last season, the Pistons finished 44-38, struggling with a 5-11 record in Central Division games but performing better at home with a 22-19 record. They demonstrated shooting efficiency, recording 47.6% from the field and 36.2% from three-point range. Conversely, the Bulls concluded their 2024-25 campaign with a 39-43 overall record and a 4-12 mark in their division, averaging 117.8 points per game.
This meeting is the second encounter between these teams this season. In their first game on October 23, 2024, the Bulls edged out the Pistons with a score of 115-111. Nikola Vucevic led Chicago in that matchup with 28 points, while Cunningham was the standout for Detroit with 23 points.
As both teams prepare for this critical game, injuries are a concern for the Pistons. Several key players will be unavailable: Isaiah Stewart (ankle), Caris LeVert (knee), Ausar Thompson (ankle), Marcus Sasser (hip), Tobias Harris (ankle), and Jaden Ivey (knee) are all out. The Bulls are also facing injury challenges, with Coby White (calf), Zach Collins (wrist), and Josh Giddey (ankle) not expected to play.
As the game approaches, fans are eager to see if the Bulls can capitalize on their previous victory or if the Pistons will continue their strong start to the season, bolstered by Cunningham’s recent standout performance.