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Detroit Pistons escape with a nail-biting 124-116 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder’s B team, but concerning defensive lapses raise big questions. Can the Pistons tighten their perimeter defense and address their struggles against stretch bigs before it costs them? Ku Khahil spotlights Jalen Duren’s difficulties guarding the 3-point line and why the team’s recent history of allowing 18+ threes per game puts their standing in the Eastern Conference at risk.

Cade Cunningham’s efficient 29-point performance headlines a strong showing from the Pistons’ starters, with Jalen Duren and Ausar Thompson delivering critical responses after a tough loss to the Spurs. The episode also breaks down Duncan Robinson’s injury scare, evaluates Kevin Huerter’s missed opportunity, and addresses slumping bench play from Daniss Jenkins and Caris LeVert. Are roster adjustments and increased 3-point volume the key to Detroit’s playoff hopes?

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