Pistons Defeat Bulls 108-93 at Little Caesars Arena
Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Little Caesars Arena
Detroit Pistons 108, Chicago Bulls 93, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Chicago Bulls vs Detroit Pistons?
Detroit Pistons beat Chicago Bulls 108-93 at Little Caesars Arena on January 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Chicago Bulls vs Detroit Pistons?
Detroit Pistons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -325 (about 76% implied). The favorite won.
The Detroit Pistons secured a convincing victory over the Chicago Bulls, winning 108-93 at Little Caesars Arena. This matchup was significant as it marked the fourth meeting between these two teams in the current season, with the Pistons now leading the series 3-1. Detroit's home record stands impressive at 28-9, while the Bulls hold a 17-20 record on the road.
In terms of recent form, the Pistons have shown resilience, winning six of their last ten games and currently riding a two-game winning streak. In their last five games, they averaged 114.8 points scored per game while allowing 107.2 points, showcasing their ability to both score and defend effectively. Their latest victory against the New York Knicks, where they won 121-90, further emphasizes their strong home performance, having a home record of 2-1 in their last three games.
Conversely, the Bulls have struggled lately, losing two consecutive games and holding a 6-4 record over their last ten. They have averaged 118.2 points scored but have also allowed a high average of 120.7 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. Their recent loss to the Boston Celtics, where they fell 101-115, highlights their challenges on the road, as they now have a 3-3 record in their last six away games.
The Pistons' victory was facilitated by their strong performance in the fourth quarter, where they outscored the Bulls significantly. Key scoring plays included Ausar Thompson's dunk and Isaiah Stewart's two-point shot, which helped extend their lead. The Bulls, despite Nikola Vucevic's efforts, struggled to keep pace in the final period.
In terms of injuries, the Bulls faced challenges with several players listed as Day-To-Day, including Dailyn Swain (wrist), Zach Collins (toe), Josh Giddey (ankle), and Rob Dillingham (wrist). This injury situation likely impacted their performance, as they were unable to field their full-strength lineup.
The betting market reflected the Pistons' strong position heading into the game, with DraftKings setting the spread at -7.5 in favor of Detroit. The total points line was set at 227.5, indicating expectations for a relatively high-scoring game, although the final score fell short of that total.
Overall, this game showcased the Pistons' home dominance and their ability to capitalize on the Bulls' defensive lapses. The conditions at Little Caesars Arena were favorable for Detroit, and they took full advantage of their home court to secure a solid victory.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | DET -7.5 | 227.5 o -108 / u -112 | Chicago Bulls +260 · Detroit Pistons -325 |
Injury report
- Dailyn SwainDay-To-DayWristChicago Bulls
- Zach CollinsDay-To-DayToeChicago Bulls
- Josh GiddeyDay-To-DayAnkleChicago Bulls
- Rob DillinghamDay-To-DayWristChicago Bulls
Leaders
- PointsIsaiah Stewart31Detroit Pistons
- AssistsDaniss Jenkins15Detroit Pistons
- ReboundsAusar Thompson8Detroit Pistons
- PointsAyo Dosunmu24Chicago Bulls
- AssistsTre Jones12Chicago Bulls
- ReboundsNikola Vucevic16Chicago Bulls
Recent form
Detroit Pistons
Last 10: 6-4Streak W2117.5 scored · 109.8 allowed per game2-1 at home
- W121-90vs New York KnicksJan 6
- W114-110at Cleveland CavaliersJan 4
- L112-118vs Miami HeatJan 2
- W128-106at Los Angeles LakersDec 31
- L99-112at LA ClippersDec 29
- L129-131at Utah JazzDec 27
- W136-127at Sacramento KingsDec 24
- W110-102at Portland Trail BlazersDec 23
- W112-86vs Charlotte HornetsDec 21
- L114-116at Dallas MavericksDec 19
Chicago Bulls
Last 10: 6-4Streak L2118.2 scored · 120.7 allowed per game3-1 away
- L101-115at Boston CelticsJan 6
- L99-112vs Charlotte HornetsJan 4
- W121-114vs Orlando MagicJan 3
- W134-118vs New Orleans PelicansJan 1
- L101-136vs Minnesota TimberwolvesDec 30
- L103-112vs Milwaukee BucksDec 28
- W109-102vs Philadelphia 76ersDec 27
- W126-123at Atlanta HawksDec 24
- W152-150at Atlanta HawksDec 21
- W136-125at Cleveland CavaliersDec 20
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | - | 22 | W3 | .732 | 60 |
| Cleveland | 8 | 30 | W1 | .634 | 52 |
| Milwaukee | 28 | 50 | L1 | .390 | 32 |
| Chicago | 29 | 51 | L2 | .378 | 31 |
| Indiana | 41 | 63 | L2 | .232 | 19 |
Box score
| Stat | Chicago Bulls | Detroit Pistons |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 37-87 | 45-92 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 13-34 | 12-33 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 36 |
| Free throws | 6-9 | 6-8 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 45 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 31 |
| Assists | 27 | 35 |
| Steals | 5 | 10 |
| Blocks | 8 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 20 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 48 | 62 |
| Fouls | 15 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 18 |
| Lead changes | 12 | 12 |
| Time in front | 29 | 65 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter54-52Kevin Huerter makes 4-foot two point shot (Tre Jones assists)
- 3rd Quarter54-54Ausar Thompson makes 3-foot dunk (Paul Reed assists)
- 3rd Quarter56-54Nikola Vucevic makes 6-foot floating jump shot (Kevin Huerter assists)
- 3rd Quarter56-57Duncan Robinson makes 26-foot three pointer (Paul Reed assists)
- 3rd Quarter58-57Kevin Huerter makes 3-foot running dunk (Tre Jones assists)
- 3rd Quarter61-57Matas Buzelis makes 23-foot running jump shot (Tre Jones assists)
- 3rd Quarter64-57Nikola Vucevic makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tre Jones assists)
- 3rd Quarter64-60Isaiah Stewart makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jaden Ivey assists)
- 3rd Quarter67-60Matas Buzelis makes 27-foot three point jumper (Tre Jones assists)
- 3rd Quarter67-63Isaiah Stewart makes 25-foot three point jumper (Paul Reed assists)
- 3rd Quarter69-63Kevin Huerter makes running layup (Patrick Williams assists)
- 3rd Quarter69-65Paul Reed makes 4-foot hook shot
- 3rd Quarter72-65Ayo Dosunmu makes 26-foot running jump shot (Dalen Terry assists)
- 3rd Quarter72-67Ronald Holland II makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter72-69Javonte Green makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter75-69Ayo Dosunmu makes 27-foot three point jumper (Nikola Vucevic assists)
- 3rd Quarter75-71Isaiah Stewart makes 3-foot driving dunk (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 3rd Quarter75-73Caris LeVert makes running layup (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 3rd Quarter77-73Nikola Vucevic makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter77-76Caris LeVert makes 26-foot three point jumper (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 4th Quarter77-79Ronald Holland II makes 23-foot three point jumper (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 4th Quarter77-81Chaz Lanier makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 4th Quarter77-83Ronald Holland II makes 4-foot driving dunk
- 4th Quarter80-83Matas Buzelis makes 27-foot three point jumper (Nikola Vucevic assists)
- 4th Quarter80-86Chaz Lanier makes 25-foot three point jumper (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 4th Quarter83-86Ayo Dosunmu makes 27-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter83-88Javonte Green makes driving layup (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 4th Quarter83-90Isaiah Stewart makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 4th Quarter85-90Lachlan Olbrich makes 6-foot floating jump shot (Ayo Dosunmu assists)
- 4th Quarter85-92Isaiah Stewart makes 3-foot dunk (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 4th Quarter85-95Chaz Lanier makes 28-foot three point jumper (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 4th Quarter85-97Paul Reed makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 4th Quarter87-97Nikola Vucevic makes 6-foot floating jump shot (Matas Buzelis assists)
- 4th Quarter87-99Ausar Thompson makes 3-foot dunk (Javonte Green assists)
- 4th Quarter87-101Isaiah Stewart makes 5-foot two point shot (Chaz Lanier assists)
- 4th Quarter90-101Nikola Vucevic makes 27-foot three point jumper (Ayo Dosunmu assists)
- 4th Quarter90-103Ausar Thompson makes 4-foot dunk (Isaiah Stewart assists)
- 4th Quarter90-105Javonte Green makes two point shot (Ausar Thompson assists)
- 4th Quarter90-108Javonte Green makes 26-foot three point jumper (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 4th Quarter93-108Julian Phillips makes 24-foot three point jumper (Lachlan Olbrich assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Detroit Pistons, below favours Chicago Bulls.
Venue
- Little Caesars ArenaDetroit, MI
- Attendance19501
- OfficialsBill Kennedy, Michael Smith, Karl Lane
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