Pistons Defeat Nets 110-94 at Barclays Center
Friday, October 30, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Barclays Center
Detroit Pistons 110, Brooklyn Nets 94, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Detroit Pistons vs Brooklyn Nets?
Detroit Pistons beat Brooklyn Nets 110-94 at Barclays Center on October 30, 2026.
Who was favored in Detroit Pistons vs Brooklyn Nets?
Detroit Pistons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -310 (about 76% implied). The favorite won.
The Detroit Pistons secured a decisive victory over the Brooklyn Nets, winning 110-94 at Barclays Center. This result extends the Pistons' lead in the series to 2-0 against the Nets this season. The Pistons, boasting a strong away record of 5-1, continued their positive momentum while the Nets struggled, now holding a home record of 0-5.
In terms of recent form, the Nets have faced significant challenges, currently on a seven-game losing streak. Their last ten games show a record of 2-8, with an average of 108.4 points scored and 122.6 points allowed per game. In contrast, the Pistons have been performing well, with an 8-2 record over their last ten games, averaging 116.0 points scored and allowing just 106.5 points.
At home, the Nets have struggled, holding a record of 2-4 in their last ten home games. Their last five games resulted in a record of 0-5, with an average of 111.6 points scored and 126.4 points allowed. The Pistons, however, have thrived on the road, with a 5-2 away record, and their last five games show a record of 4-1, averaging 109.8 points scored and 103.4 points allowed.
The injury report for both teams impacted the game. The Nets were without Egor Demin (leg) and Tyler Bilodeau (shoulder), while the Pistons were missing Isaiah Joe (hip) and Jalen Duren (hamstring). These absences may have played a role in the dynamics of the game.
The betting market reflected the Pistons' strong form, with DraftKings setting the line at Detroit -8.5, indicating their expected dominance in the matchup. The total for the game was set at 222.5 points, with the odds for the over at -108 and the under at -112. The moneyline odds were +250 for the Nets and -310 for the Pistons, further emphasizing the expectation of a Pistons victory.
Conditions during the game were typical for an indoor basketball environment, with no significant weather factors to influence play. Fans watching the game would have seen a solid performance from the Pistons, highlighted by scoring plays from players like Moritz Wagner and Danny Wolf, who contributed significantly in the fourth quarter.
Overall, the Pistons' victory over the Nets showcased their strong away performance and continued dominance in the series, while the Nets will need to regroup as they search for their first home win of the season.
What we said beforehand
The Brooklyn Nets will host the Detroit Pistons at Barclays Center on October 30, 2026, in a matchup that highlights the contrasting fortunes of the two teams. The Nets are currently struggling with a 0-4 record, while the Pistons come in with a strong 4-1 record, making this game particularly compelling as Brooklyn looks to break its losing streak.
In their last five games, the Nets have faced a series of tough opponents, resulting in five consecutive losses. Their most recent game was a narrow defeat against the Boston Celtics, where they lost 125-124 in overtime. This followed losses to the Indiana Pacers (136-109), Cleveland Cavaliers (125-121), Charlotte Hornets (110-103), and Miami Heat (144-128). Over these five games, the Nets have averaged 111.6 points while allowing 126.4 points, indicating significant defensive struggles. At home, their record stands at 0-4 this season, and they have lost their last seven home games, averaging 108.4 points scored and 122.6 points allowed.
On the other hand, the Pistons are riding high with an impressive away record of 4-1. They recently secured victories against the Boston Celtics (121-113), Miami Heat (128-111), and Philadelphia 76ers (106-93), although they did suffer a loss to the New York Knicks (111-97) in their most recent outing. Detroit has averaged 116.0 points scored while allowing only 106.5 points over their last ten games. Their away form has been particularly strong, with a record of 5-2 and a current winning streak of one game.
In terms of head-to-head matchups, the Nets have struggled against the Pistons, holding a 1-3 record in their last four meetings. The most recent encounter was on March 10, 2026, when the Nets lost 138-100 at home. Earlier in the season, they managed a narrow win against Detroit on March 7, 2026, with a score of 107-105, but overall, the Pistons have dominated the series recently.
Injuries could play a significant role in this matchup. The Nets will be without Egor Demin (leg) and Tyler Bilodeau (shoulder), both of whom are out for the game. The Pistons will also miss Isaiah Joe (hip) and Jalen Duren (hamstring), which could impact their depth and performance.
The betting market reflects the Pistons' strong form, with DraftKings listing the Pistons as 7.5-point favorites. The total for the game is set at 222.5, suggesting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair. The moneyline odds are +250 for the Nets and -310 for the Pistons, indicating a clear favorite in Detroit.
As the game approaches, viewers should watch for the performance of key players. For the Nets, Michael Porter Jr. leads the team with an average of 22.8 points per game, while Julius Randle contributes significantly with 5.8 assists and 7.5 rebounds per game. For the Pistons, Cade Cunningham is a standout, averaging 22.6 points and 7.8 assists, along with Paul Reed, who averages 7.6 rebounds.
Overall, this matchup presents an intriguing clash between a struggling Nets team and a Pistons squad that is finding its rhythm. With both teams missing key players, the outcome could hinge on the contributions of their remaining stars and the ability of each team to execute their game plan effectively.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | DET -8.5 | 222.5 o -108 / u -112 | Detroit Pistons -310 · Brooklyn Nets +250 |
Injury report
- Egor DeminOutLegBrooklyn Nets
- Tyler BilodeauOutShoulderBrooklyn Nets
- Isaiah JoeOutHipDetroit Pistons
- Jalen DurenOutHamstringDetroit Pistons
Leaders
- PointsMoritz Wagner16Brooklyn Nets
- AssistsMikel Brown Jr.4Brooklyn Nets
- ReboundsMoritz Wagner8Brooklyn Nets
- PointsCade Cunningham20Detroit Pistons
- AssistsAusar Thompson6Detroit Pistons
- ReboundsJohn Collins9Detroit Pistons
Recent form
Brooklyn Nets
Last 10: 2-8Streak L7108.4 scored · 122.6 allowed per game2-4 at home
- L124-125at Boston CelticsOct 27
- L109-136vs Indiana PacersOct 25
- L121-125at Cleveland CavaliersOct 24
- L103-110vs Charlotte HornetsOct 21
- L101-136at Toronto RaptorsApr 12
- L108-125at Milwaukee BucksApr 11
- L94-123vs Indiana PacersApr 9
- W96-90vs Milwaukee BucksApr 7
- W121-115vs Washington WizardsApr 5
- L107-141vs Atlanta HawksApr 3
Detroit Pistons
Last 10: 8-2Streak W1116 scored · 106.5 allowed per game5-2 away
- W97-89vs Charlotte HornetsOct 28
- L97-111at New York KnicksOct 28
- W106-93at Philadelphia 76ersOct 25
- W128-111at Miami HeatOct 24
- W121-113vs Boston CelticsOct 20
- W133-121at Indiana PacersApr 12
- W118-100at Charlotte HornetsApr 10
- W137-111vs Milwaukee BucksApr 8
- L107-123at Orlando MagicApr 6
- W116-93at Philadelphia 76ersApr 4
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | - | 1 | W2 | .833 | 5 |
| Cleveland | 1.5 | 2 | L1 | .600 | 3 |
| Indiana | 2.5 | 3 | L2 | .400 | 2 |
| Milwaukee | 3.5 | 4 | L1 | .200 | 1 |
| Chicago | 4 | 5 | L4 | .167 | 1 |
| Philadelphia | - | 1 | W2 | .833 | 5 |
| Boston | 0.5 | 1 | W4 | .800 | 4 |
| Toronto | 1.5 | 2 | L1 | .600 | 3 |
| New York | 3 | 4 | L1 | .333 | 2 |
| Brooklyn | 4.5 | 5 | L5 | .000 | 0 |
Box score
| Stat | Detroit Pistons | Brooklyn Nets |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 38-90 | 31-77 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 12-41 | 11-37 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 30 |
| Free throws | 22-28 | 21-26 |
| Free throw % | 79 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 50 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 32 | 41 |
| Assists | 25 | 20 |
| Steals | 14 | 8 |
| Blocks | 3 | 10 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 23 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 27 |
| Fast-break points | 27 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 48 | 36 |
| Fouls | 19 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 30 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 58 | 39 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter69-59Cade Cunningham makes running layup
- 3rd Quarter70-59Cade Cunningham makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter72-59Cade Cunningham makes running layup (Duncan Robinson assists)
- 3rd Quarter72-61Josh Minott makes 3-foot layup (Moritz Wagner assists)
- 3rd Quarter73-61Javonte Green makes free throw 1 of 3
- 3rd Quarter74-61Javonte Green makes free throw 2 of 3
- 3rd Quarter75-61Javonte Green makes free throw 3 of 3
- 3rd Quarter76-61Ronald Holland II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter77-61Ronald Holland II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter80-61Ronald Holland II makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kevin Huerter assists)
- 3rd Quarter80-62Mikel Brown Jr. makes technical free throw
- 3rd Quarter82-62Ronald Holland II makes layup
- 3rd Quarter82-64Day'Ron Sharpe makes alley oop layup (Noah Clowney assists)
- 3rd Quarter84-64Ronald Holland II makes driving layup (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 3rd Quarter87-64Ronald Holland II makes 22-foot three point jumper (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 3rd Quarter87-65Noah Clowney makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter89-65Paul Reed makes 13-foot driving floating jump shot (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 3rd Quarter89-66Day'Ron Sharpe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter92-66Daniss Jenkins makes 28-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter94-66Ronald Holland II makes 2-foot running dunk (Javonte Green assists)
- 4th Quarter96-66Paul Reed makes 3-foot reverse layup (Daniss Jenkins assists)
- 4th Quarter96-69Keon Ellis makes 23-foot three pointer (Danny Wolf assists)
- 4th Quarter96-71Mikel Brown Jr. makes 1-foot running dunk
- 4th Quarter96-73Mikel Brown Jr. makes 12-foot driving floating jump shot (Terance Mann assists)
- 4th Quarter96-74Mikel Brown Jr. makes free throw 2 of 3
- 4th Quarter98-74Cade Cunningham makes 13-foot turnaround jump shot (Paul Reed assists)
- 4th Quarter98-77Moritz Wagner makes 28-foot three point jumper
- 4th Quarter100-77Ausar Thompson makes tip in dunk
- 4th Quarter100-79Moritz Wagner makes running layup (Danny Wolf assists)
- 4th Quarter100-80Nolan Traore makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter100-81Nolan Traore makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter103-81Chaz Lanier makes 26-foot three pointer (Tolu Smith assists)
- 4th Quarter103-83Moritz Wagner makes 4-foot hook shot (Drake Powell assists)
- 4th Quarter103-86Danny Wolf makes 26-foot jump bank shot (Drake Powell assists)
- 4th Quarter105-86Tolu Smith makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter108-86Chaz Lanier makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ronald Holland II assists)
- 4th Quarter108-89Danny Wolf makes 26-foot three point jumper (Terance Mann assists)
- 4th Quarter108-91Terance Mann makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter110-91Ronald Holland II makes 3-foot driving dunk
- 4th Quarter110-94Danny Wolf makes 26-foot three pointer
Win probability
Above the line favours Brooklyn Nets, below favours Detroit Pistons.
Venue
- Barclays CenterBrooklyn, NY
- Attendance17548
- OfficialsMarc Davis, Ed Malloy, Biniam Maru
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