Upcoming Matchup: Detroit Pistons vs. New Orleans Pelicans
In an upcoming matchup, the Detroit Pistons, boasting an impressive 31 wins and only 10 defeats, currently hold the top position in the Eastern Conference. They are set to face off against the struggling New Orleans Pelicans, who sit at the bottom of the Western Conference with a record of 10 wins and 35 losses. The game is scheduled for Wednesday at 8 p.m. EST in New Orleans.
Team Performance Overview
Detroit enters this contest with momentum, aiming to capitalize on a three-game winning streak. Conversely, New Orleans has found success at home only sporadically, with a disappointing 7-18 record at their arena. A key aspect of the Pelicans’ performance has been their tendency to turn the ball over, averaging 13.6 turnovers per game; they have managed to secure victory in just over half of their games when they commit fewer turnovers than their opponents, holding an 8-15 record in those situations.
On the other hand, the Pistons have fared well on the road, winning 13 out of 19 games so far this season. Detroit is notably strong on the boards, ranking fourth in the Eastern Conference by securing an average of 32.9 defensive rebounds per game, with standout Jalen Duren leading the team at 6.8 rebounds per game.
Offensive and Defensive Stats
Offensively, the Pelicans have a shooting percentage of 46.5% from the field, which is higher than the 43.9% that Detroit has allowed on defense. However, the Pistons excel beyond the arc, averaging 11.2 successful three-point shots per game, although this is still below the 14.8 three-pointers they concede to opponents each game.
Individual Performances
Looking at individual performances, Derik Queen leads the Pelicans with averages of 12.6 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 4.3 assists. Trey Murphy III has stepped up recently, scoring an average of 23.3 points in his last 10 outings. For the Pistons, Cade Cunningham is having an outstanding season, averaging 25.7 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 9.8 assists. Additionally, Duncan Robinson has been productive from long-range, with an average of 2.9 three-pointers made in his last ten games.
Recent Form and Injuries
In their recent form, New Orleans has struggled, recording a 2-8 record over their last ten games, with averages of 112.5 points, 43.0 rebounds, and 25.5 assists, all while facing opponents who have scored an average of 119.1 points. Meanwhile, Detroit has performed better, achieving a 7-3 record in their last ten outings, averaging 110.7 points and limiting opponents to 101.3 points per game.
In terms of injuries, New Orleans will be without Jose Alvarado (oblique) and Dejounte Murray (leg), while Herbert Jones is listed as day-to-day due to an ankle issue. Fortunately for Detroit, they have no players listed on the injury report, providing them with a full roster heading into this contest.
