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Pistons Triumph Over Grizzlies, Extend Winning Streak to Three

3/14/2026

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Summary

Pistons Prevail Again

The Detroit Pistons defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 126-110 on March 14, 2026, extending their third straight win.
Jalen Duren led the Detroit Pistons with 30 points and 13 rebounds, while Cade Cunningham added 17 points and 15 assists.
The Pistons shot 54.3% from the field.
Memphis Grizzlies guard Javon Small scored 23 points as Memphis continued a seven-game losing streak.

Summary

Mavericks Snap Streak

The Dallas Mavericks ended their eight-game losing streak with a 120-112 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on March 13, 2026.
Khris Middleton posted a season-high 35 points, including 22 in the fourth quarter.
Daniel Gafford added 22 points and 14 rebounds.
Memphis, missing key players due to injuries, was led by Jaylen Wells with 23 points.
The loss marked Memphis's sixth consecutive defeat.

History

Historical Context

The NBA, founded in 1946 with 11 teams, expanded significantly over the decades, reaching 23 teams by 1980 with the addition of the Dallas Mavericks. This growth, fueled by the 1976 merger with the ABA, transformed the league's popularity and revenue, which soared from $40 million in 1976 to over $1 billion by 1998, solidifying its place in American sports culture.

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Pistons Prevail Again

The Detroit Pistons defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 126-110 on March 14, 2026, extending their third straight win.
Jalen Duren led the Detroit Pistons with 30 points and 13 rebounds, while Cade Cunningham added 17 points and 15 assists.
The Pistons shot 54.3% from the field.
Memphis Grizzlies guard Javon Small scored 23 points as Memphis continued a seven-game losing streak.

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