Pistons Secure Victory Over Jazz at Home
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Little Caesars Arena
Detroit Pistons 114, Utah Jazz 103, final. Today's NBA pick is already sealed, as a hash, before kickoff.
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Who won Utah Jazz vs Detroit Pistons?
Detroit Pistons beat Utah Jazz 114-103 at Little Caesars Arena on November 5, 2025.
The Detroit Pistons continued their strong start to the season with a decisive 114-103 victory over the Utah Jazz at Little Caesars Arena. This win extends the Pistons' home record to 4-2 and marks their third consecutive win, showcasing their ability to perform well on their home court. The Pistons have been averaging 117.8 points per game while allowing 115.8, demonstrating a solid offensive output paired with a slightly vulnerable defense.
In contrast, the Utah Jazz have struggled on the road, now holding a 1-4 record in away games. Their recent form shows a record of 4-6 over the last ten games, with an average of 115.8 points scored but a concerning 121.7 points allowed. The Jazz's last game resulted in a narrow win against the Boston Celtics, where they managed to secure a 105-103 victory, but their overall performance has been inconsistent.
Historically, the Pistons lead the series against the Jazz 1-0 this season, having previously won their only meeting on March 4, 2025, with a score of 134-106. The Pistons also faced the Jazz at home last season, where they lost 119-126, highlighting the importance of this win for their confidence against Utah.
In terms of injuries, the Jazz are dealing with the day-to-day statuses of Trey Alexander (ribs) and Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee), which could impact their depth and performance as the season progresses. The Pistons, however, have not reported any significant injuries, allowing them to field a full-strength team.
The betting market reflected the Pistons' strong home advantage, with their win probability set at 1.0, indicating a strong expectation for them to win this matchup. The conditions at Little Caesars Arena were favorable, contributing to the Pistons' performance as they capitalized on their home crowd's support.
Throughout the game, viewers witnessed key scoring plays that helped the Pistons maintain control. In the fourth quarter, Lauri Markkanen of the Jazz made a crucial shot to bring the score to 99-106, but the Pistons responded effectively with a three-pointer from Duncan Robinson, extending their lead to 109-99. Keyonte George attempted to rally the Jazz with a driving shot and free throws, but the Pistons' defense held firm, and Ausar Thompson sealed the game with free throws, bringing the final score to 114-103.
Overall, this game highlighted the Pistons' growing confidence and effectiveness at home, while the Jazz will need to address their defensive issues and injury concerns as they look to improve their away record.
Injury report
- Trey AlexanderDay-To-DayRibsUtah Jazz
- Jaren Jackson Jr.Day-To-DayKneeUtah Jazz
Leaders
- PointsCade Cunningham31Detroit Pistons
- AssistsCade Cunningham10Detroit Pistons
- ReboundsJalen Duren22Detroit Pistons
- PointsSvi Mykhailiuk28Utah Jazz
- AssistsKeyonte George6Utah Jazz
- ReboundsJusuf Nurkic17Utah Jazz
Recent form
Detroit Pistons
Last 10: 6-4Streak W3117.8 scored · 115.8 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W114-106at Memphis GrizzliesNov 4
- W122-110vs Dallas MavericksNov 2
- W135-116vs Orlando MagicOct 29
- L95-116vs Cleveland CavaliersOct 27
- 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
Utah Jazz
Last 10: 4-6Streak W1115.8 scored · 121.7 allowed per game1-4 away
- W105-103at Boston CelticsNov 4
- L103-126at Charlotte HornetsNov 2
- L96-118at Phoenix SunsNov 1
- L134-136vs Portland Trail BlazersOct 30
- W138-134vs Phoenix SunsOct 28
- L104-105at Sacramento KingsOct 25
- W129-108vs LA ClippersOct 23
- L105-116at Minnesota TimberwolvesApr 13
- L111-145vs Oklahoma City ThunderApr 12
- W133-126vs Portland Trail BlazersApr 10
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City | - | 18 | L2 | .780 | 64 |
| Denver | 10 | 28 | W12 | .659 | 54 |
| Minnesota | 15 | 33 | W2 | .598 | 49 |
| Portland | 22 | 40 | W2 | .512 | 42 |
| Utah | 42 | 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 | Utah Jazz | Detroit Pistons |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-86 | 45-91 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 12-39 | 11-30 |
| Three-point % | 31 | 37 |
| Free throws | 25-29 | 13-22 |
| Free throw % | 86 | 59 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 52 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 33 | 39 |
| Assists | 24 | 24 |
| Steals | 7 | 5 |
| Blocks | 2 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 21 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 60 |
| Fouls | 17 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 12 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter67-76Ausar Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter68-76Jusuf Nurkic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter69-76Jusuf Nurkic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter69-78Cade Cunningham makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter70-78Lauri Markkanen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter71-78Lauri Markkanen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter73-78Keyonte George makes driving layup (Walter Clayton Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter75-78Jusuf Nurkic makes driving layup (Walter Clayton Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter75-81Ronald Holland II makes 27-foot three point jumper (Cade Cunningham assists)
- 4th Quarter75-83Cade Cunningham makes 10-foot step back jumpshot (Ronald Holland II assists)
- 4th Quarter76-83Lauri Markkanen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter77-83Lauri Markkanen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter77-85Paul Reed makes two point shot (Cade Cunningham assists)
- 4th Quarter79-85Walter Clayton Jr. makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter80-85Walter Clayton Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter80-87Cade Cunningham makes 9-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter80-90Cade Cunningham makes 26-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter82-90Svi Mykhailiuk makes 3-foot layup (Jusuf Nurkic assists)
- 4th Quarter82-92Cade Cunningham makes 8-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter82-94Ausar Thompson makes two point shot (Ronald Holland II assists)
- 4th Quarter83-94Lauri Markkanen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter84-94Lauri Markkanen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter86-94Kyle Filipowski makes 4-foot driving floating jump shot (Keyonte George assists)
- 4th Quarter86-97Cade Cunningham makes 30-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter89-97Svi Mykhailiuk makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kyle Filipowski assists)
- 4th Quarter89-99Cade Cunningham makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter91-99Lauri Markkanen makes 2-foot dunk (Kyle Filipowski assists)
- 4th Quarter91-101Cade Cunningham makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter94-101Lauri Markkanen makes 26-foot three point jumper (Keyonte George assists)
- 4th Quarter94-104Cade Cunningham makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot (Ausar Thompson assists)
- 4th Quarter97-104Svi Mykhailiuk makes 26-foot three point jumper (Keyonte George assists)
- 4th Quarter97-106Ausar Thompson makes 4-foot two point shot (Cade Cunningham assists)
- 4th Quarter99-106Lauri Markkanen makes 10-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter99-109Duncan Robinson makes 27-foot three point jumper (Ausar Thompson assists)
- 4th Quarter101-109Keyonte George makes 4-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter101-112Isaiah Stewart makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ausar Thompson assists)
- 4th Quarter102-112Keyonte George makes free throw 2 of 3
- 4th Quarter103-112Keyonte George makes free throw 3 of 3
- 4th Quarter103-113Ausar Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter103-114Ausar Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Detroit Pistons, below favours Utah Jazz.
Venue
- Little Caesars ArenaDetroit, MI
- Attendance18403
- OfficialsSean Corbin, Tyler Ford, Robert Hussey
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