Detroit Pistons add two new games after NBA Cup elimination

Schedule Update After NBA Cup Exit

After being eliminated from the NBA Cup by the Orlando Magic, the Detroit Pistons have had two additional games added to their regular season schedule. These games will take place during the portion of the league calendar originally reserved for the NBA Cup quarterfinals.

Upcoming Opponents

The Pistons are set to play:

These games replace the tournament matches that would have taken place had the Pistons advanced further in the NBA Cup competition.

Season Context

Detroit’s early exit from the NBA Cup came after a competitive but decisive loss to the Orlando Magic. The updated games are meant to balance the 82-game schedule for teams not participating in the NBA Cup knockout rounds.

"We’re focused on learning from this and continuing to grow through the regular season," said head coach J.B. Bickerstaff following the elimination.

Next Steps for the Pistons

The Pistons aim to use these extra games as opportunities to keep developing young talent and build chemistry in a rebuilding season. Fans can expect continued lineup adjustments and effort toward long-term improvement throughout the rest of the campaign.

Author Summary: After their NBA Cup elimination, the Detroit Pistons will face Washington and Brooklyn in added regular-season games designed to maintain the 82-game balance.

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USA TODAY USA TODAY — 2025-11-29

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