PREVIEW: The Detroit Pistons bring elite rim defense to this matchup, ranking first in shots attacking the basket, while also leading the league in post-up frequency. Brooklyn's offense operates through high spacing and nearly 47 percent of their shots from beyond the arc, but their defense struggles mightily against rim attacks, ranking 26th in that category. Detroit's defensive prowess extends throughout the roster, allowing just 111.3 points per game to rank fourth in the NBA. The Nets rank dead last defensively, conceding shots at the rim at an alarming rate while their own rim defense is among the league's worst. The Pistons arrive at Barclays Center riding a four-game winning streak at 6-2, heavily favored at 10.5 points over the struggling Nets. Cade Cunningham continues his stellar play with 24.5 points and 9.6 assists per game, while Jalen Duren provides interior dominance with 17.9 points and 11.4 rebounds nightly. For Brooklyn, Michael Porter Jr. leads the way with 22.4 points and 8.4 rebounds, supplemented by Nic Claxton's contributions of 14.6 points and 7.1 rebounds. The Nets have been outscored by 12.6 points per game this season and struggle on the boards, averaging 40.4 rebounds compared to opponents' 45.9.