The Detroit Pistons find themselves on the brink of NBA history, but it’s not the kind of record any team aspires to achieve. Detroit Pistons’ Losing Streak now standing at 25 games, they are merely one loss away from tying a single-season record and two losses away from entering the all-time record books that span over two seasons.
Current Losing Streak Status
As of now, the Detroit Pistons’ losing streak stands as the third-longest in NBA history, trailing the infamous 28-game losing streak of the 2015 Philadelphia 76ers and the 26-game skids of both the 2010-11 Cleveland Cavaliers and the 2013-14 Philadelphia 76ers.
Implications of the Next Game
The upcoming games for the Pistons hold significant weight in determining their place in history. If they fall short against the Brooklyn Nets in the back-to-back series, they will be poised to tie the all-time record when facing the formidable Boston Celtics on December 28.
Key Schedule Dates
- December 23: Away game against the Nets at 7:30 p.m. (ET)
- December 26: Home game against the Nets at 7 p.m. (ET)
- December 28: Away game against the Celtics at 7:30 p.m. (ET)
- December 30: Home game against the Raptors at 6 p.m. (ET)
- January 1: Away game against the Rockets at 8 p.m. (ET)
Steady Decline Since October
The Pistons’ losing streak commenced on October 30, with a defeat against the Thunder. Since then, they have faced a series of setbacks, with an average margin of defeat at 14.2 points per game. Struggling on both ends of the court, they currently rank 30th in offensive efficiency and 27th in defensive efficiency.
Remaining Hurdles and Historical Significance
While the Pistons’ journey to an unwanted record is riddled with challenges, it also places them on the cusp of making history, albeit in a less celebratory manner. As they approach this significant juncture, the NBA community watches to see if the Pistons can avoid etching their name in the annals of prolonged futility.
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