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Exciting NBA and NHL Matchups Set for Tonight!

10/10/2025

Summary

Story summary

The Detroit Pistons play the Milwaukee Bucks tonight at 8 p.m. ET after defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 128-112, with Cade Cunningham scoring 20 points.
The Cleveland Cavaliers face the Chicago Bulls at the United Center at 8 p.m. ET, following a 118-117 loss in their opener; they have not won a preseason game since 2022.
In the NHL, the Nashville Predators host the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Minnesota Wild visit the St. Louis Blues, both also at 8 p.m. ET.

History

Historical Context

The 2021–22 NBA season marked a return to the traditional October-April schedule after disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic. The preseason, which began on October 3, 2021, included notable games like the Detroit Pistons defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 128-112 in 2022, showcasing player developments such as Cade Cunningham's 20-point performance, crucial for shaping team dynamics ahead of the competitive regular season.

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Story summary

The Detroit Pistons play the Milwaukee Bucks tonight at 8 p.m. ET after defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 128-112, with Cade Cunningham scoring 20 points.
The Cleveland Cavaliers face the Chicago Bulls at the United Center at 8 p.m. ET, following a 118-117 loss in their opener; they have not won a preseason game since 2022.
In the NHL, the Nashville Predators host the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Minnesota Wild visit the St. Louis Blues, both also at 8 p.m. ET.

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