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Detroit Pistons fall to the Washington Wizards in one of the wildest, most "fluky" games of the season. Can a fluke shooting really derail a top team's momentum? Ku Khahil breaks down the Pistons' surprising 126-117 loss, spotlighting Cade Cunningham's efficient 30-point night and Duncan Robinson's high-volume shooting. The episode unpacks Jalen Duren's uncharacteristic struggles and early exit due to knee soreness, as well as the Wizards' improbable shot-making that left even their own bench in disbelief.

Key topics include the defensive energy shift when Ron Holland and Ausar Thompson share the floor, rotation tweaks with Isaiah Stewart as a crucial spacer, and first impressions of newcomer Kevin Huerter’s minimal minutes. As the trade deadline passes with Detroit standing pat, Ku Khahil examines the front office's long-term vision, potential playoff pitfalls, and whether the Pistons might be missing their best chance at a Finals run. Will this young core fulfill its promise, or could 2026 be their championship window?

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