History in the Making: Pistons Tie Franchise Record with 13th Straight Win
You know the Pistons won again last night, right? Ah, that catch phrase is becoming a staple in the Motor City. I hope you’ve been paying attention— the Detroit Pistons are rewriting their own history books. On Tuesday night, they battled to a 122–117 victory over the Indiana Pacers, securing their 13th consecutive win. This monumental achievement ties the franchise record for longest winning streak — a mark set by the legendary 1989–90 Bad Boys and the 2003–04 Goin’ to Work squads, both of whom capped their seasons by lifting the Larry O’Brien Trophy.
With this latest win, Detroit now sits at a blistering 15–2, firmly atop the Eastern Conference. It’s impossible not to step back and appreciate how stunning this turnaround is. Two seasons ago, this franchise was the punchline of the league, enduring an NBA-record 28-game losing streak. Today, they’re one of the toughest outs in basketball and chasing history.
📊 Pistons vs. Pacers — Stat Capsule
Final Score
Detroit Pistons 122, Indiana Pacers 117
🔥 Pistons Leaders
- Cade Cunningham: 24 PTS, 11 REB, 6 AST
- Caris LeVert: 19 PTS, 4 AST
- Jalen Duren: 17 PTS, 12 REB (Double-Double)
- Jaden Ivey: 12 PTS in 12 MIN (2nd game back)
🟡 Pacers Leaders
- Pascal Siakam: 24 PTS, 8 REB
- Bennedict Mathurin: 14 PTS
- Jarace Walker: 21 PTS
📈 Team Notes
- Detroit: 15–2 record, tied franchise-best 13-game win streak
- Shooting: Pistons shot 52% from the field
- Bench Impact: 47 bench points (Ivey 12, LeVert 19)
- Rebounds: Detroit +15 on the glass
Cade’s Crew Delivers Again
Cade Cunningham, the orchestrator of this entire renaissance, delivered another star-level performance. The former No. 1 pick finished with 24 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists — steady, calm, and in command in every big moment. When Detroit needed poise late, Cade provided it.
But this win was far from a one-man show.
Caris LeVert brought instant offense off the bench with 19 points, giving Detroit crucial momentum. And Jalen Duren? He was a force of nature again — 17 points, 12 rebounds, and constant rim pressure that Indiana had no answer for.
Ivey’s Inspiring Return
One of the best storylines of the night was the continued emergence of Jaden Ivey. In just his second game back from a broken left fibula and knee surgery, the young guard was electric. He piled up 12 points in 12 minutes, reminding everyone exactly how dangerous he can be. His burst, his energy, his confidence — all of it adds another layer to a roster that’s already overflowing with firepower.
From Historic Lows to Unprecedented Heights
Detroit’s climb from a 28-game losing streak to a 13-game winning streak is nothing short of ridiculous. These Pistons aren’t just winning basketball games — they’re restoring pride to one of the NBA’s most historic franchises. They’ve earned every bit of the attention forming around them.
Cade Cunningham put it perfectly after the game:
“We play for the Detroit Pistons, man. A historic franchise. To make history for a historic franchise — it’s special.”
And you can feel it. The city can feel it. The league can feel it.
On the Horizon: A Date with Destiny in Boston
There’s no time to soak it in — not yet.
The Pistons head to Boston on Wednesday night for an NBA Cup showdown against the rival Celtics. Win that one, and Detroit stands alone atop the record books with 14 straight wins.
Breaking a franchise record in Boston, against a rival, on national TV?
Yeah… that’s the kind of moment legends are built on.
Detroit carries a 13-game streak, a city behind them, and a chance to make history. The basketball world will be watching.
After being up by quite a bit, the Pacers trimmed the Pistons’ lead to 3 late in the 4th quarter. Did you think they would hang on to win the game? Drop your comment below or join the conversation in the Pistons Hardwood Hub — where fans break down every game, every angle.
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