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Cavaliers Dominate Pistons in NBA Showdown

Cleveland Cavaliers
Cleveland Cavaliers3-1
116
Detroit Pistons
Detroit Pistons2-2
95

Monday, October 27, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Little Caesars Arena

Cleveland Cavaliers 116, Detroit Pistons 95, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Cleveland Cavaliers vs Detroit Pistons?

Cleveland Cavaliers beat Detroit Pistons 116-95 at Little Caesars Arena on October 27, 2025.

The Cleveland Cavaliers showcased their strength on the road, defeating the Detroit Pistons 116-95 at Little Caesars Arena. This victory marks the Cavaliers' second consecutive win, improving their away record to 4-1 this season, while the Pistons fall to 2-3 at home. The Cavaliers now lead the season series against the Pistons 2-0, having previously won their earlier meeting on March 28, 2025, with a score of 133-122.

In terms of recent form, the Cavaliers have been performing well, with a record of 6-4 over their last ten games. They have averaged 118.4 points scored per game while allowing 114.9 points. Their last five games reflect a record of 3-2, with an average of 117.2 points scored and 116.8 points allowed. The Pistons, on the other hand, have a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, with an average of 115.2 points scored and 117.0 points allowed. They have won their last two games, including a recent victory against the Boston Celtics on October 26, 2025, where they won 119-113.

At home, the Pistons have struggled, with a record of 2-3, while the Cavaliers have managed to secure a 3-2 record when playing away. The Pistons' last five games have seen them average 119.4 points scored but also 120.8 points allowed, indicating a defensive vulnerability that the Cavaliers exploited effectively.

The injury picture for both teams did not significantly impact the game, as both squads fielded their key players. However, the Cavaliers came into this matchup with a slight edge in terms of overall health and depth, which may have contributed to their dominant performance.

In terms of market pricing, the Cavaliers were favored to win this matchup, with odds attributed to a leading provider indicating a strong belief in their ability to secure the victory. The conditions inside Little Caesars Arena were typical for an NBA game, with a lively crowd supporting the home team, but the Cavaliers' performance quickly silenced any home-court advantage.

Viewers of this game should have noted the standout performance of Tolu Smith, who was instrumental in the Cavaliers' victory, contributing significantly in the fourth quarter. His scoring plays included multiple layups and free throws, showcasing his ability to finish around the rim and draw fouls. The Cavaliers' offensive strategy appeared to focus on ball movement and creating open shots, which they executed effectively throughout the game.

Overall, this matchup highlighted the Cavaliers' current form and ability to perform away from home, while the Pistons will need to reassess their defensive strategies as they look to improve their home record moving forward.

Leaders

  • PointsCade Cunningham12Detroit Pistons
  • AssistsDaniss Jenkins5Detroit Pistons
  • ReboundsIsaiah Stewart9Detroit Pistons
  • PointsDonovan Mitchell35Cleveland Cavaliers
  • AssistsDe'Andre Hunter6Cleveland Cavaliers
  • ReboundsEvan Mobley11Cleveland Cavaliers

Recent form

Detroit Pistons

Last 10: 4-6Streak W2115.2 scored · 117 allowed per game2-3 at home

  • W119-113vs Boston CelticsOct 26
  • W115-111at Houston RocketsOct 25
  • L111-115at Chicago BullsOct 23
  • L133-140at Milwaukee BucksApr 13
  • L119-125vs Milwaukee BucksApr 11
  • W115-106vs New York KnicksApr 10
  • L117-127vs Sacramento KingsApr 7
  • L103-109vs Memphis GrizzliesApr 5
  • W117-105at Toronto RaptorsApr 4
  • L103-119at Oklahoma City ThunderApr 3

Cleveland Cavaliers

Last 10: 6-4Streak W2118.4 scored · 114.9 allowed per game3-2 away

  • W118-113vs Milwaukee BucksOct 26
  • W131-124at Brooklyn NetsOct 24
  • L111-119at New York KnicksOct 22
  • L118-126vs Indiana PacersApr 13
  • W108-102at New York KnicksApr 11
  • L112-114at Indiana PacersApr 10
  • W135-113vs Chicago BullsApr 8
  • L113-120vs Sacramento KingsApr 6
  • W114-113at San Antonio SpursApr 5
  • W124-105vs New York KnicksApr 2

Standings

TeamGames behindLostStreakWin %Won
Detroit-22W3.73260
Cleveland830W1.63452
Milwaukee2850L1.39032
Chicago2951L2.37831
Indiana4163L2.23219

Box score

StatCleveland CavaliersDetroit Pistons
Field goals39-8533-87
Field goal %4638
Three-pointers11-3511-34
Three-point %3132
Free throws27-3518-27
Free throw %7767
Rebounds4848
Offensive rebounds1216
Defensive rebounds3632
Assists2520
Steals1112
Blocks44
Turnovers1925
Team turnovers11
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers1525
Fast-break points1910
Points in the paint5442
Fouls2529
Largest lead356

How the scoring went

  1. 3rd Quarter82-58Craig Porter Jr. makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot
  2. 3rd Quarter83-58Craig Porter Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
  3. 3rd Quarter83-60Javonte Green makes 4-foot dunk (Isaiah Stewart assists)
  4. 3rd Quarter84-60Jarrett Allen makes free throw 1 of 2
  5. 3rd Quarter85-60Jarrett Allen makes free throw 2 of 2
  6. 3rd Quarter85-62Ronald Holland II makes driving layup
  7. 3rd Quarter86-62Donovan Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 2
  8. 3rd Quarter87-62Donovan Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
  9. 3rd Quarter87-65Daniss Jenkins makes 26-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Stewart assists)
  10. 3rd Quarter90-65Donovan Mitchell makes 26-foot three point jumper (Dean Wade assists)
  11. 3rd Quarter90-66Cade Cunningham makes free throw 1 of 2
  12. 4th Quarter93-66Evan Mobley makes 25-foot three point jumper (Larry Nance Jr. assists)
  13. 4th Quarter93-68Daniss Jenkins makes two point shot
  14. 4th Quarter95-68Donovan Mitchell makes two point shot
  15. 4th Quarter98-68Larry Nance Jr. makes 27-foot three point jumper (Donovan Mitchell assists)
  16. 4th Quarter99-68Jaylon Tyson makes free throw 1 of 2
  17. 4th Quarter100-68Jaylon Tyson makes free throw 2 of 2
  18. 4th Quarter100-70Daniss Jenkins makes driving layup
  19. 4th Quarter102-70Evan Mobley makes layup (Craig Porter Jr. assists)
  20. 4th Quarter102-73Chaz Lanier makes 24-foot three point jumper (Daniss Jenkins assists)
  21. 4th Quarter104-73Donovan Mitchell makes driving layup
  22. 4th Quarter106-73Donovan Mitchell makes two point shot
  23. 4th Quarter108-73Donovan Mitchell makes two point shot
  24. 4th Quarter108-75Paul Reed makes two point shot (Daniss Jenkins assists)
  25. 4th Quarter108-77Daniss Jenkins makes 3-foot dunk
  26. 4th Quarter111-77Tyrese Proctor makes 26-foot three point jumper (Larry Nance Jr. assists)
  27. 4th Quarter111-79Colby Jones makes driving layup
  28. 4th Quarter111-80Tolu Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
  29. 4th Quarter111-81Tolu Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
  30. 4th Quarter113-81Thomas Bryant makes two point shot (Tyrese Proctor assists)
  31. 4th Quarter115-81Thomas Bryant makes two point shot
  32. 4th Quarter115-82Tolu Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
  33. 4th Quarter115-84Tolu Smith makes 3-foot layup (Daniss Jenkins assists)
  34. 4th Quarter115-85Tolu Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
  35. 4th Quarter116-85Jaylon Tyson makes free throw 1 of 2
  36. 4th Quarter116-88Chaz Lanier makes 23-foot three point jumper (Daniss Jenkins assists)
  37. 4th Quarter116-90Tolu Smith makes two point shot (Colby Jones assists)
  38. 4th Quarter116-92Bobi Klintman makes two point shot (Colby Jones assists)
  39. 4th Quarter116-94Tolu Smith makes tip shot
  40. 4th Quarter116-95Tolu Smith makes free throw 1 of 1

Win probability

Above the line favours Detroit Pistons, below favours Cleveland Cavaliers.

Venue

  • Little Caesars ArenaDetroit, MI
  • Attendance18933
  • OfficialsZach Zarba, Kevin Cutler, Biniam Maru

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