NBA · Final

Pistons Edge Suns in Close Contest at Home

105

108

Thursday, January 15, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Little Caesars Arena

Detroit Pistons 108, Phoenix Suns 105, 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 Phoenix Suns vs Detroit Pistons?

Detroit Pistons beat Phoenix Suns 108-105 at Little Caesars Arena on January 15, 2026.

Who was favored in Phoenix Suns vs Detroit Pistons?

Detroit Pistons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -265 (about 73% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Detroit Pistons narrowly defeated the Phoenix Suns 108-105 at Little Caesars Arena on January 16, 2026. This victory improved the Pistons' record to 30-10, while the Suns fell to 24-18. The Pistons, who were favored by 7.5 points according to DraftKings, managed to hold off a late charge from the Suns, showcasing their resilience in a game that kept fans on the edge of their seats.

Both teams entered the contest with different recent forms. The Pistons had a record of 6-4 over their last ten games, but they were coming off a loss to the LA Clippers, which ended a brief two-game winning streak. They averaged 114.9 points scored and allowed 108.7 points during this stretch. At home, their record stood at 2-2 in the last ten games, with an average of 109.4 points scored and 101.8 points allowed in their last five games.

On the other hand, the Suns had been performing slightly better with a 7-3 record in their last ten games, although they also faced a setback with a recent loss to the Miami Heat. They averaged 114.7 points scored and allowed 107.6 points during this period. Their away record was 3-3 in the last ten games, with an average of 111.8 points scored and 105.0 points allowed in their last five.

The Pistons were looking to capitalize on their home advantage, where they have historically performed well, while the Suns aimed to overcome their struggles on the road. The previous meeting between these two teams occurred on December 22, 2025, where the Pistons emerged victorious with a score of 133-125. This latest victory allowed the Pistons to take a 2-0 lead in the season series.

In terms of injuries, the Suns were dealing with the day-to-day statuses of CJ Huntley (hamstring) and Mark Williams (foot), which could have impacted their performance on the court. The Pistons, however, did not report any significant injuries that would affect their lineup.

The game itself was characterized by intense back-and-forth scoring, particularly in the fourth quarter. Key plays included Cade Cunningham making crucial shots that helped the Pistons maintain their lead late in the game. Grayson Allen of the Suns also made significant contributions, including a three-point shot that brought the Suns within striking distance.

The conditions in Little Caesars Arena were conducive to a thrilling matchup, with a lively crowd supporting the home team. As the game progressed, it became clear that every possession mattered, leading to a tense atmosphere as both teams fought for every point.

As the final minutes ticked down, the Pistons managed to keep their composure, with Duncan Robinson sealing the deal with free throws that pushed the score to 108-105. The Suns had opportunities to tie or take the lead but ultimately fell short, demonstrating the competitive nature of this encounter.

Overall, the game was a showcase of skill and determination from both teams, with the Pistons proving their mettle at home against a strong Suns squad. Fans can look forward to the next matchup between these two teams, as they continue to vie for playoff positioning in the NBA.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	DET -7.5	219.5 o -105 / u -115	Phoenix Suns +215 · Detroit Pistons -265

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Injury report

CJ HuntleyDay-To-DayHamstringPhoenix Suns
Mark WilliamsDay-To-DayFootPhoenix Suns

Leaders

PointsDuncan Robinson19Detroit Pistons
AssistsCade Cunningham11Detroit Pistons
ReboundsJalen Duren18Detroit Pistons
PointsGrayson Allen33Phoenix Suns
AssistsRoyce O'Neale7Phoenix Suns
ReboundsJordan Goodwin12Phoenix Suns

Recent form

Detroit Pistons

Last 10: 6-4Streak L1114.9 scored · 108.7 allowed per game2-2 at home

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
L99-112at LA ClippersDec 29
L129-131at Utah JazzDec 27
W136-127at Sacramento KingsDec 24
W110-102at Portland Trail BlazersDec 23

Phoenix Suns

Last 10: 7-3Streak L1114.7 scored · 107.6 allowed per game3-3 away

L121-127at Miami HeatJan 14
W112-93vs Washington WizardsJan 12
W112-107vs New York KnicksJan 10
W117-98at Memphis GrizzliesJan 8
L97-100at Houston RocketsJan 6
W108-105vs Oklahoma City ThunderJan 5
W129-102vs Sacramento KingsJan 3
L113-129at Cleveland CavaliersDec 31
W115-101at Washington WizardsDec 30
W123-114at New Orleans PelicansDec 28

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
LA Lakers	-	29	W3	.646	53
Phoenix	8	37	W1	.549	45
LA Clippers	11	40	W1	.512	42
Golden State	16	45	L3	.451	37
Sacramento	31	60	L1	.268	22
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	Phoenix Suns	Detroit Pistons
Field goals	36-87	38-81
Field goal %	41	47
Three-pointers	17-46	9-32
Three-point %	37	28
Free throws	16-25	23-37
Free throw %	64	62
Rebounds	41	54
Offensive rebounds	9	14
Defensive rebounds	32	40
Assists	21	25
Steals	14	10
Blocks	9	7
Turnovers	13	17
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	1	3
Technical fouls, total	1	3
Flagrant fouls	1	1
Points off turnovers	17	19
Fast-break points	15	9
Points in the paint	30	44
Fouls	25	15
Largest lead	16	8
Lead changes	10	10
Time in front	61	34

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter71-68Ausar Thompson makes tip shot
3rd Quarter74-68Dillon Brooks makes 26-foot three point jumper (Collin Gillespie assists)
3rd Quarter74-71Duncan Robinson makes 26-foot three pointer (Cade Cunningham assists)
3rd Quarter74-73Jalen Duren makes 1-foot dunk (Cade Cunningham assists)
3rd Quarter74-75Jalen Duren makes 3-foot reverse layup (Tobias Harris assists)
3rd Quarter76-75Oso Ighodaro makes 8-foot floating jump shot (Royce O'Neale assists)
3rd Quarter76-77Ausar Thompson makes dunk (Jalen Duren assists)
3rd Quarter76-79Ronald Holland II makes driving layup
3rd Quarter76-81Duncan Robinson makes 10-foot two point shot (Cade Cunningham assists)
3rd Quarter79-81Collin Gillespie makes 27-foot three pointer (Dillon Brooks assists)
3rd Quarter80-81Oso Ighodaro makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter82-81Collin Gillespie makes 6-foot running pullup jump shot (Jordan Goodwin assists)
3rd Quarter83-81Jordan Goodwin makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter83-83Jaden Ivey makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
3rd Quarter85-83Jordan Goodwin makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot
3rd Quarter85-85Jaden Ivey makes 15-foot pullup jump shot (Caris LeVert assists)
3rd Quarter88-85Collin Gillespie makes 33-foot three pointer
3rd Quarter88-86Javonte Green makes free throw 1 of 3
3rd Quarter88-87Javonte Green makes free throw 2 of 3
3rd Quarter90-87Grayson Allen makes 6-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter90-89Ronald Holland II makes driving layup
4th Quarter92-89Mark Williams makes 3-foot reverse layup (Ryan Dunn assists)
4th Quarter94-89Ryan Dunn makes 19-foot driving floating jump shot (Mark Williams assists)
4th Quarter94-91Jalen Duren makes 3-foot driving floating jump shot (Jaden Ivey assists)
4th Quarter94-94Jaden Ivey makes 28-foot three point jumper (Caris LeVert assists)
4th Quarter96-94Royce O'Neale makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter96-96Jalen Duren makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Cade Cunningham assists)
4th Quarter96-98Tobias Harris makes 13-foot fade away jump shot
4th Quarter96-99Isaiah Stewart makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter96-100Isaiah Stewart makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter96-102Tobias Harris makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
4th Quarter98-102Oso Ighodaro makes 6-foot two point shot (Royce O'Neale assists)
4th Quarter100-102Grayson Allen makes running layup (Royce O'Neale assists)
4th Quarter100-104Cade Cunningham makes 5-foot two point shot (Tobias Harris assists)
4th Quarter100-105Cade Cunningham makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter102-105Grayson Allen makes 6-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter102-106Ausar Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter102-107Ronald Holland II makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter105-107Grayson Allen makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot (Royce O'Neale assists)
4th Quarter105-108Duncan Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2