Pistons Beat Hawks 142-115 in Season Sweep

The Detroit Pistons delivered a commanding 142-115 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night at Little Caesars Arena, solidifying their position atop the Eastern Conference with a season sweep of their division rival.

In a display of balanced offense, the Pistons had eight players score in double figures, with none exceeding 20 points. Isaiah Stewart led the way with 17 points, while Cade Cunningham contributed 15 points and seven assists. Detroit's bench provided crucial depth, accounting for more than half the team's total output. The Pistons shot 41 percent from beyond the arc and tied an NBA record by having 12 players score at least seven points, matching marks set by the 2018-19 Milwaukee Bucks and 2021-22 San Antonio Spurs. This marked Detroit's highest-scoring game and largest margin of victory this season, improving their record to 20-5 while extending a three-game home winning streak.

The Hawks, playing without star guard Trae Young due to a knee injury and center Kristaps Porzingis sidelined by illness and reconditioning, struggled to keep pace. Jalen Johnson stood out for Atlanta, recording 19 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists for his third consecutive...