PREVIEW: The Detroit Pistons will face off against Miami Heat in an NBA clash on 02/01/2026. The Pistons currently stand at position 1 in the Eastern Conference with a 75% win percentage, boasting 24 wins and 8 losses. The Heat, positioned at 5th place in the Eastern Conference, hold a 55% win percentage with 18 wins and 15 losses. In their last five encounters, Detroit has emerged victorious every time against Miami. Miami will be without Tyler Herro, their second-leading scorer at 23.2 points per game, along with other rotation absences including Pelle Larsson. Detroit may be without Tobias Harris on a doubtful designation, but Cade Cunningham is orchestrating at an MVP-caliber level while Jalen Duren dominates the paint. The Pistons average 118.84 points while allowing 112.88, while Miami scores 120.97 and permits 117.55 per game. While detailed shot quality metrics remain unavailable for both squads, this matchup will ultimately hinge on whether Miami can generate sufficient offensive firepower without Herro against Detroit's stingy defensive unit at home.