Pistons Extend Streak to 12 Games in Win Over Bucks

The Detroit Pistons extended their winning streak to 12 games with a 129-116 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday night at Fiserv Forum, improving to 14-2 and solidifying their position atop the Eastern Conference standings early in the 2025-26 NBA season.

Cade Cunningham led the charge for Detroit, scoring 29 points to go with eight rebounds and 10 assists in a near triple-double performance. The All-Star guard has now recorded double-doubles in six consecutive games and reached 20 or more points in 12 of his 13 appearances this season. Jalen Duren continued his breakout campaign, contributing significantly on both ends as the Pistons dominated inside. Averaging 20.6 points and 11.9 rebounds while shooting 67.4 percent from the field, the 22-year-old center has emerged as a cornerstone, posting six double-doubles in November alone, including a 22-point, 22-rebound effort against the Utah Jazz.

Detroit's success stems from an elite defense that has held opponents to 112.1 points per game, third-fewest in the league. During the streak, the Pistons have limited foes to 115 points or fewer in most contests, ranking third in defensive rating at 109.5 and second in steals per...