Pistons vs Nets GameThread: Game Time, TV, Odds, and More

It is Emirates NBA Cup Day for the Detroit Pistons. The Pistons have started this season with a competitive edge that was lacking last year, showing promise early on.

Detroit has managed to handle its easier matchups well this year, and Brooklyn needs the same treatment. The Nets, despite drafting five primary ball handlers, still seem to lack a true point guard and show little interest in being competitive.

Context of the Game

In previous years, Detroit was largely noncompetitive during Cup games, which often resulted in flashy court designs and exaggerated enthusiasm from broadcasters without much substance. If the Pistons begin winning more Cup games this season, it could generate genuine buzz around the team.

Team Outlook

The Pistons are rebuilding and understand that success depends on clearing out underperforming players and drafting impactful rookies.
Even at their worst, Detroit won at least 15 games per season.
The Nets appear disengaged this season, which suggests the only real suspense is whether Detroit will show up to compete.

Game Details

Where: Barclays Center, Brooklyn, New York
Odds: Pistons -10

"The Pistons are facing off against a Brooklyn Nets team that drafted five lead ball handlers and yet still doesn’t seem to have a point guard."

Author’s summary: The Pistons show early competitiveness in the Emirates NBA Cup, facing a disengaged Nets team as Detroit aims to turn rebuilding efforts into real progress.

Detroit Bad Boys — 2025-11-08