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Pistons and Hornets Clash at Little Caesars Arena

As the Detroit Pistons gear up to host the Charlotte Hornets at Little Caesars Arena, fans are eager to see if the home team can capitalize on their recent momentum. The Pistons, despite a challenging season with a record of 9 wins and 49 losses, have shown signs of resurgence in their last few outings.


DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 24: LaMelo Ball #1 of the Charlotte Hornets drives to the basket during the game against the Detroit Pistons  on January 24, 2024 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images)

In their previous game against the Chicago Bulls, Detroit demonstrated defensive prowess with 8 blocks and managed to maintain a lead for over 26 minutes of playtime. Their offensive efficiency was notable as well, boasting a true shooting percentage of 62 percent. The team's ability to convert from both inside the paint (70 percent) and beyond the arc (38 percent) was crucial in securing a victory.


The Pistons' performance against New York Knicks also highlighted their scoring depth with bench players contributing 35 points. However, turnovers were an issue as they recorded 17 in that game which slightly overshadowed their impressive assist-to-turnover ratio of 1.47.


DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 24: Miles Bridges #0 of the Charlotte Hornets drives to the basket during the game against the Detroit Pistons on January 24, 2024 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images)

When facing Orlando Magic at home, Detroit showcased balanced scoring across quarters but ultimately fell short by just three points. They excelled in fast-break situations where they scored efficiently (67 percent), indicating an ability to exploit transitions effectively.


As they prepare for Charlotte Hornets, maintaining this offensive fluidity will be key for Detroit. Fans should watch for how well the Pistons can control turnovers while continuing to leverage their bench strength and capitalize on fast-break opportunities.


DETROIT, MI - JANUARY 24: Miles Bridges #0 of the Charlotte Hornets drives to the basket during the game against the Detroit Pistons on January 24, 2024 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images)

The upcoming game is scheduled for March 11th at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit with tip-off at 7:00 PM Eastern Time. Fans can catch all the action live on BSDET or follow along on BSSE network broadcasts.

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