The Detroit Pistons bounced back from their first regular season loss by defending home court in an eight-point victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday night

Paul Reed was destined to have a bigger role with the Detroit Pistons this season. An injury to Jalen Duren has expanded his role even further, and he's flourished – and is showing off his range. The big man is 5 for 5 from 3 through their first five games and knocked down both of his attempts from the arc during their 97-89 home win over the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday,

Making sense of the Hornets' decision to bench Naz Reid.

Ausar Thompson and Isaiah Joe were at shootaround but remain on the Detroit Pistons' injury report as questionable, per the latest update.

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Can the Detroit Pistons continue their dominance against the New York Knicks?

The Charlotte Hornets and Detroit Pistons meet Wednesday for the first of their 4 matchups in the 2026-27 season. Tip in Detroit, Michigan, is 7 p.m. ET.

After losing to the Detroit Pistons Wednesday, the Charlotte Hornets are now 3-2 to begin the 2026-27 season.

"If we go and play Pistons basketball, I like our chances versus anybody," J.B. Bickerstaff said as the Pistons prep for an improved East.