On Sunday, January 4, 2026, the Detroit Pistons faced the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, OH. The Pistons came out on top with a score of 114-110. This game added another win to the Pistons’ record, keeping them at the top of the Eastern Conference.
Cade Cunningham was a standout for the Pistons, scoring 27 points with 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Daniss Jenkins also contributed with 25 points and 5 assists. For the Cavaliers, Donovan Mitchell led with 30 points and 6 rebounds, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.
The Cleveland Cavaliers started strong in the first quarter, leading 28-19. The Detroit Pistons bounced back in the second quarter, scoring 47 points to take the lead at halftime. The Pistons’ accurate shooting from the free-throw line, with 21 out of 21, helped them gain an edge.
In the third quarter, the Cavaliers outscored the Pistons 26-21 but still trailed. The Pistons secured the win by scoring 27 points in the fourth quarter, while the Cavaliers managed 28. The Pistons’ 15 successful three-point shots also played a key role in their victory. Despite the Cavaliers’ solid field goal percentage, the Pistons held on to win 114-110.
Cade Cunningham led the Detroit Pistons with 27 points, 6 rebounds, and 7 assists. He made 7 out of 22 shots. His performance was key to the team’s win.
Daniss Jenkins also played well for the Pistons. He scored 25 points and added 5 assists. He made 7 of his 10 shots, helping the team secure the victory.
Donovan Mitchell was the top player for the Cleveland Cavaliers. He scored 30 points and grabbed 6 rebounds. Despite his efforts, the Cavaliers came up short in the end.
What’s Next
The Detroit Pistons improved their record to 25-9 with their win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. This victory keeps them at the top of the Eastern Conference. The Pistons are having a strong season and continue to lead the standings with their consistent performances.
On the other hand, the Cleveland Cavaliers hold a record of 20-16 after this loss. They remain in the 6th position in the Eastern Conference. The Cavaliers are still in a good spot for playoff contention, but will need to win more games to move up in the standings.
The Detroit Pistons will play their next game at home against the New York Knicks on Monday, January 5, 2026. This game will be held at Little Caesars Arena. After that, they will face the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday, January 07, also at home.
The Cleveland Cavaliers will head on the road for their next game against the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. The game will take place at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Following this, the Cavaliers will play another away game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday, January 08.
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Last updated:January 5, 2026 Cavaliers, Pistons