Pistons one game away from 60 wins after victory vs. Hornets
The Detroit Pistons are one game away from winning 60 games on the season, following their blowout win vs. the Hornets.
Charlotte ā The Detroit Pistons understand the motivation that comes when sustaining a heartbreaking loss. For the Hornets, their moment came on Dec. 20 when they suffered a 112-86 loss to the Pistons.
Hornets coach Charles Lee said that upon leaving Little Caesars Arena, they vowed never to let a team embarrass them that way again. Since the loss, the Hornets had been one of the best teams in the league, posting a 34-18 record. AUSAR IS A MENACE!
pic. twitter. com/mFP2AADewy ā Detroit Pistons (@DetroitPistons) April 11, 2026 The loss to the Pistons not only revitalized a season that was beginning to look like another losing campaign, but it also laid the groundwork for why the Hornets might be one of the four teams that Detroit could face in the first round of the playoffs.
BOX SCORE: Pistons 118, Hornets 100 A preview took place on Friday night at the Spectrum Center. The competitive contest featured 11 lead changes, showcasing how a Pistons vs. Hornets seven-game series could unfold, especially considering Detroit's 118-100 victory.