Pistons and Pelicans clash in non-conference matchup

The Detroit Pistons will face the New Orleans Pelicans in a non-conference game on Monday at 8 p.m. EDT. Detroit is currently sixth in the Eastern Conference, while New Orleans is last in the Western Conference. The Pistons have a strong away record at 19-15, while the Pelicans are 12-22 at home. Detroit averages 114.8 points per game, while New Orleans scores 110.8 points per game. Injuries affect both teams. The Pelicans will be without Brandon Boston Jr. and Herbert Jones, and Zion Williamson is day-to-day. The Pistons will miss Jaden Ivey due to a leg injury.