Detroit Pistons vs. Brooklyn Nets NBA Cup Game Preview
The Detroit Pistons, holding a strong 6-2 record, face the Brooklyn Nets tonight in their first NBA Cup group stage game. The matchup takes place in Brooklyn, with tip-off at 7:30 p.m. ET.
Where to Watch and Stream
- Broadcast: FanDuel Sports Network Detroit
- Streaming: Available on Fubo and DirecTV
- Offers: New customers can access free trials and special first-month deals
NBA Cup Format and Group Details
The Pistons and Nets are grouped with the Boston Celtics, Philadelphia 76ers, and Orlando Magic. Each team will play four “Cup Nights,” facing every opponent in their group once. The best eight teams based on record will move on to the knockout stage, with the final championship game scheduled for December 16.
All NBA Cup games, except the championship, count toward regular-season records.
Teams' Current Form
- The Pistons enter this game following a 114-103 win over the Utah Jazz, improving to 6-2.
- Cade Cunningham led Detroit with 31 points and 10 assists.
- Jalen Duren contributed 22 points and 22 rebounds in the recent victory.
- The Brooklyn Nets start the NBA Cup with a 1-7 record but secured their first win of the season against the Indiana Pacers, 112-103.
“Cade Cunningham continued his dominance this season, finishing with 31 points and 10 assists.”
“The Nets defeated the Indiana Pacers 112-103 on Wednesday to earn their first win of the season.”
Author's Summary
Tonight’s NBA Cup clash features the strong Pistons led by Cade Cunningham aiming to secure their spot in the knockout round against a struggling Nets team seeking momentum.