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Pistons Rally from 21 Down, Defeat Grizzlies 128-112

10/7/2025

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Summary

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The Detroit Pistons defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 128-112 on October 6, 2025.
Cade Cunningham led with 20 points, including a highlight alley-oop.
Detroit erased a 21-point deficit with a 50-point second quarter.
Jaden Ivey scored 7; Isaiah Stewart 12; Jalen Duren out with hamstring soreness.
Pistons held 26-10 fast-break points and 71 in the paint; next up vs. Milwaukee Bucks.

History

Historical Context

The Detroit Pistons won their first NBA Championship in 1989, sweeping the Los Angeles Lakers 4-0. This victory marked a pivotal moment for the franchise, which had adopted a tough, defensive style of play known as the "Bad Boys." Their resilience, demonstrated by overcoming playoff deficits, continues to influence the team's identity and aspirations in the NBA today.

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Story summary

The Detroit Pistons defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 128-112 on October 6, 2025.
Cade Cunningham led with 20 points, including a highlight alley-oop.
Detroit erased a 21-point deficit with a 50-point second quarter.
Jaden Ivey scored 7; Isaiah Stewart 12; Jalen Duren out with hamstring soreness.
Pistons held 26-10 fast-break points and 71 in the paint; next up vs. Milwaukee Bucks.

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