Detroit Pistons Secure Victory Against New Orleans Pelicans
The Detroit Pistons solidified their position in the Eastern Conference with a 112-104 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. Center Jalen Duren led the charge, contributing 20 points and 15 rebounds, while former Piston Saddiq Bey matched his scoring effort for New Orleans. With Cade Cunningham sidelined due to illness and injury, Daniss Jenkins stepped up as a reliable second-year player, scoring 17 points and providing four assists in his first start since December.
The Pistons set an aggressive tone early, racing to a 13-0 lead fueled by a series of three-pointers. Although the Pelicans responded with a 9-0 run to narrow the gap, Detroit regained control in the second quarter, bolstered by Jenkins and their bench. The matchup showcased a competitive battle between both teams' reserves, culminating in a total of 84 bench points. The Pistons are set to face the Pelicans again in March as they approach the final stretch of the regular season, with upcoming challenges from formidable opponents like the Houston Rockets.
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