PREVIEW: The Detroit Pistons enter this matchup in first place in the Eastern Conference at 8-2, marking their best start since the 2006-07 season. The hosts have the longest win streak in the league at six games , powered by Cade Cunningham's explosive second-half performances that have guided Detroit through crucial moments. Defensively, the Pistons rank first in the league against rim attacks while maintaining the league's top frequency of attacking the basket themselves. Detroit will look to extend their dominance on the second leg of a back-to-back after dispatching Philadelphia by three points on Sunday. The Washington Wizards arrive in Detroit fighting to halt an eight-game losing streak, sitting last in the Eastern Conference at 1-9. The visitors carry significant defensive liabilities, ranking 26th in defending three-point shooting and 30th in offensive spacing, while their turnover issues rank 27th in the league. After starting 1-9 through ten games, the Wizards fell to Dallas by six points in their most recent outing despite hanging close throughout the contest. Washington's road woes continue this season with just three wins in ten away games while surrendering 120.10 points per contest on the road.