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The Detroit Pistons defeated the Chicago Bulls 108–93 on January 7 at Little Caesars Arena, controlling a matchup that fell well short of the 227.5-point Vegas total. Isaiah Stewart led Detroit with 31 points, anchoring a balanced offensive attack as the Pistons shot 48.9 percent from the field and connected on 12 three-pointers while committing just 8 turnovers. Chicago's Ayo Dosunmu paced the Bulls with 24 points and Matas Buzelis added 20, but the visitors struggled with efficiency at 42.5 percent shooting and were plagued by 17 turnovers that fueled Detroit's 113.1 offensive rating. The Pistons' defensive intensity proved decisive, particularly in the fourth quarter when they outscored Chicago 32–16 to seal the outcome; Detroit's 10 steals and stingy 100.0 defensive rating suffocated the Bulls' rhythm throughout. Despite Chicago's 45-rebound advantage, the team's 27 assists and turnover troubles prevented any sustained offensive flow. The loss underscores Detroit's defensive prowess at home while highlighting Chicago's need to tighten ball security and shot selection moving forward.
