PREVIEW: The Detroit Pistons enter this matchup with elite rim defense ranked first in the league, while simultaneously ranking first in attacking the rim on offense. Detroit has won seven consecutive games with an average margin of victory of 11.0 points per game , establishing themselves as the Eastern Conference's hottest team. The Bulls counter with aggressive attacking tendencies ranked second leaguewide, complemented by solid passing ranked third , though their defensive weakness against three-point shooting ranks them 25th in that critical category. Chicago arrives struggling through a three-game losing streak capped by a 121-117 home defeat to San Antonio. Detroit's turnover-forcing prowess ranks fourth in the NBA, creating opportunities for transition offense , while Chicago's concerning offensive rebounding ranks 26th at just 22.3 percent. The Pistons rank fifth in points allowed per game at 112.7, while the Bulls sit 13th in scoring at 119.2 points per contest. Jalen Duren has been particularly dominant at Little Caesars Arena, averaging 14.8 rebounds at home compared to 9.6 on the road. Both clubs lean heavily on interior play, yet Detroit shoots efficiently from three at 39.2 percent while struggling from the free throw line at 73.2 percent.