Detroit Pistons host struggling New Orleans Pelicans

The New Orleans Pelicans will visit the Detroit Pistons for a game on Sunday at 3 p.m. EDT. The Pelicans have a record of 19 wins and 52 losses, ranking 14th in the Western Conference. The Pistons are in a better position with 39 wins and 32 losses, placing sixth in the Eastern Conference. Detroit has performed well at home, winning 18 of their 34 games. They are also strong on defense, allowing just 112.9 points per game. The Pistons limit opponents to a shooting percentage of 46.0%. In contrast, the Pelicans have struggled on the road, winning only 7 out of 36 games. Cade Cunningham leads the Pistons, averaging 25.7 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 9.2 assists per game. Malik Beasley has also been a key player recently, scoring 13.6 points per game over the last ten games. For the Pelicans, Trey Murphy III averages 21.2 points, while Zion Williamson contributes 17.8 points and four assists. In their last ten games, the Pistons have a record of 5-5, averaging 119.3 points per game. They shoot 49.4% from the field. In contrast, the Pelicans have struggled, winning only 2 of their last 10 games and averaging 106.1 points, with a shooting percentage of 46.2%. Several players are injured. For the Pistons, Jaden Ivey is out and Tim Hardaway Jr. is day-to-day. The Pelicans are missing Brandon Boston Jr., Trey Murphy III, Herbert Jones, and Dejounte Murray for the season, while Zion Williamson is day-to-day due to a back issue.