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Rockets Defeat Pistons 111-104 in Competitive Matchup

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Friday, January 23, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Little Caesars Arena

Houston Rockets 111, Detroit Pistons 104, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Houston Rockets vs Detroit Pistons?

Houston Rockets beat Detroit Pistons 111-104 at Little Caesars Arena on January 23, 2026.

Who was favored in Houston Rockets vs Detroit Pistons?

Detroit Pistons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -175 (about 64% implied). The underdog won.

The Houston Rockets secured a 111-104 victory against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena, marking a significant win for the Rockets in this tightly contested matchup. The series between these two teams is now tied at 1-1, adding to the intrigue of their encounters this season.

In terms of recent form, the Pistons had been performing well at home, boasting a record of 8-2 over their last ten games, including a four-game winning streak prior to this contest. They averaged 112.0 points scored per game while allowing 100.5 points during that stretch. Their last five games saw them score an average of 107.4 points and allow 97.6 points, showcasing a strong defensive effort. In contrast, the Rockets had a mixed record of 5-5 in their last ten games, with their most recent outing resulting in a loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. They averaged 107.7 points scored and 109.5 points allowed in that span, indicating some defensive vulnerabilities.

The Pistons had a home record of 5-2 in their last seven games, while the Rockets struggled on the road, holding an away record of 0-4 leading into this matchup. Historically, the Pistons have had the upper hand in their recent meetings, winning two out of three matchups against the Rockets in the 2025 and 2026 seasons. The previous encounters included a 115-111 win for the Rockets on October 25, 2025, and a 107-96 victory for the Pistons on January 20, 2025. The only win for the Pistons in this series came on November 10, 2024, with a close score of 99-101.

In terms of injuries, the Rockets faced challenges with key players Kevin Durant, Fred VanVleet, and Steven Adams all listed as Day-To-Day due to various ailments. Their statuses could have impacted the team's performance, but they managed to secure the win despite these concerns.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Pistons favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 217.5. The moneyline odds were -175.0 for the Pistons and 145.0 for the Rockets, indicating a belief in the Pistons' potential to win despite their eventual loss.

Conditions during the game were conducive to a competitive atmosphere, with both teams showcasing their strengths and weaknesses. The Pistons struggled to contain the Rockets' scoring in the fourth quarter, where key free throws by Tobias Harris and Kevin Durant helped the Rockets maintain their lead. The scoring plays in the final moments included a three-point jumper by Duncan Robinson, which brought the Pistons closer but ultimately fell short.

Viewers should have noted the pivotal moments in the fourth quarter, particularly the free throws that extended the Rockets' lead and the Pistons' attempts to claw back into the game. The final score reflected the competitive nature of the matchup, with both teams exhibiting flashes of brilliance and areas needing improvement. The game concluded with a home win probability of 0.0 for the Pistons, highlighting the Rockets' successful execution down the stretch.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	DET -4.5	217.5 o -108 / u -112	Houston Rockets +145 · Detroit Pistons -175

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Injury report

Kevin DurantDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets
Fred VanVleetDay-To-DayKneeHouston Rockets
Steven AdamsDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets

Leaders

PointsJalen Duren18Detroit Pistons
AssistsCade Cunningham8Detroit Pistons
ReboundsAusar Thompson8Detroit Pistons
PointsKevin Durant32Houston Rockets
AssistsAmen Thompson7Houston Rockets
ReboundsJabari Smith Jr.10Houston Rockets

Recent form

Detroit Pistons

Last 10: 8-2Streak W4112 scored · 100.5 allowed per game5-2 at home

W112-104at New Orleans PelicansJan 22
W104-103vs Boston CelticsJan 20
W121-78vs Indiana PacersJan 18
W108-105vs Phoenix SunsJan 16
L92-98vs LA ClippersJan 11
W108-93vs Chicago BullsJan 8
W121-90vs New York KnicksJan 6
W114-110at Cleveland CavaliersJan 4
L112-118vs Miami HeatJan 2
W128-106at Los Angeles LakersDec 31

Houston Rockets

Last 10: 5-5Streak L1107.7 scored · 109.5 allowed per game0-4 away

L122-128at Philadelphia 76ersJan 23
W111-106vs San Antonio SpursJan 21
W119-110vs New Orleans PelicansJan 19
W110-105vs Minnesota TimberwolvesJan 17
L91-111vs Oklahoma City ThunderJan 16
W119-113vs Chicago BullsJan 14
L98-111at Sacramento KingsJan 12
L105-111at Portland Trail BlazersJan 10
L102-103at Portland Trail BlazersJan 8
W100-97vs Phoenix SunsJan 6

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
San Antonio	-	20	L1	.756	62
Houston	10	30	W1	.634	52
New Orleans	36	56	L2	.317	26
Dallas	36	56	W1	.317	26
Memphis	37	57	L8	.305	25
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	Houston Rockets	Detroit Pistons
Field goals	39-79	40-84
Field goal %	49	48
Three-pointers	9-26	7-32
Three-point %	35	22
Free throws	24-30	17-24
Free throw %	80	71
Rebounds	43	35
Offensive rebounds	12	9
Defensive rebounds	31	26
Assists	21	22
Steals	11	9
Blocks	7	4
Turnovers	15	16
Team turnovers	2	1
Technical fouls	1	1
Technical fouls, total	1	1
Flagrant fouls	1	0
Points off turnovers	21	11
Fast-break points	4	12
Points in the paint	50	58
Fouls	18	24
Largest lead	14	4
Lead changes	10	10
Time in front	76	14

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter79-70Reed Sheppard makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
3rd Quarter81-70Reed Sheppard makes driving layup (Amen Thompson assists)
3rd Quarter81-72Isaiah Stewart makes 3-foot two point shot (Jaden Ivey assists)
3rd Quarter83-72Amen Thompson makes 8-foot jump bank shot (Clint Capela assists)
3rd Quarter84-72Amen Thompson makes free throw 1 of 1
3rd Quarter86-72Clint Capela makes driving layup (Amen Thompson assists)
4th Quarter86-74Cade Cunningham makes 14-foot pullup jump shot (Daniss Jenkins assists)
4th Quarter86-75Cade Cunningham makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter86-76Cade Cunningham makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter87-76Reed Sheppard makes technical free throw
4th Quarter87-77Ronald Holland II makes free throw flagrant 1 of 2
4th Quarter87-78Ronald Holland II makes free throw flagrant 2 of 2
4th Quarter87-80Isaiah Stewart makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Cade Cunningham assists)
4th Quarter87-82Isaiah Stewart makes layup
4th Quarter87-83Isaiah Stewart makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter90-83Jabari Smith Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Amen Thompson assists)
4th Quarter92-83Alperen Sengun makes 6-foot two point shot
4th Quarter92-86Ronald Holland II makes 22-foot three point jumper (Daniss Jenkins assists)
4th Quarter94-86Alperen Sengun makes 2-foot driving dunk
4th Quarter94-89Daniss Jenkins makes 26-foot three point jumper (Cade Cunningham assists)
4th Quarter94-91Isaiah Stewart makes driving layup
4th Quarter96-91Amen Thompson makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot (Alperen Sengun assists)
4th Quarter98-91Kevin Durant makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter98-93Ronald Holland II makes running layup (Cade Cunningham assists)
4th Quarter101-93Josh Okogie makes 24-foot three point jumper (Alperen Sengun assists)
4th Quarter101-95Ausar Thompson makes tip shot
4th Quarter103-95Josh Okogie makes 1-foot layup (Jabari Smith Jr. assists)
4th Quarter103-96Jalen Duren makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter103-97Jalen Duren makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter105-97Kevin Durant makes 20-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter107-97Reed Sheppard makes driving layup
4th Quarter107-98Tobias Harris makes free throw 2 of 3
4th Quarter107-99Tobias Harris makes free throw 3 of 3
4th Quarter108-99Kevin Durant makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter109-99Kevin Durant makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter110-99Jae'Sean Tate makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter110-100Duncan Robinson makes free throw 1 of 3
4th Quarter110-101Duncan Robinson makes free throw 2 of 3
4th Quarter110-104Duncan Robinson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ausar Thompson assists)
4th Quarter111-104Alperen Sengun makes free throw 2 of 2