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The Detroit Pistons defeated the Indiana Pacers 122–117 on November 24 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, with Cade Cunningham and Cory LeVert combining for 43 points to lead the visitors. Detroit's balanced offensive attack—shooting 50.0% from the field and 9-for-3-pointers while accumulating 45 rebounds and 24 assists—proved decisive against Indiana's 47.6% shooting and 13 three-pointers made. The Pistons controlled the first half, outscoring the Pacers 71–55 through two quarters, and despite Indiana mounting a third-quarter surge (33 points), Detroit's defensive rating of 111.5 ultimately contained the home team's comeback bid. Pascal Siakam and Jalen Walker scored 24 and 21 points respectively for the Pacers, but Indiana's 13 turnovers and defensive rating of 120.5 proved costly in the four-point loss. Detroit's win improves their standing as a resilient road team capable of withstanding late-quarter pressure.
