The Detroit Pistons welcome the Chicago Bulls to Little Caesars Arena on November 1, 2025, following an impressive performance by Cade Cunningham, who scored 46 points in the Pistons’ thrilling 137-135 overtime victory against the Washington Wizards. This matchup marks the second meeting of the season between these two Eastern Conference rivals.
Last season, the Pistons posted a record of 44-38, finishing with a 5-11 mark in Central Division games and a home record of 22-19. The team demonstrated efficiency, shooting 47.6% from the field and 36.2% from beyond the arc. Conversely, the Bulls concluded their 2024-25 campaign with a 39-43 record, including a 4-12 record in Central Division contests. Chicago averaged 117.8 points per game, with a shooting percentage of 47.0% from the field and 36.7% from three-point range.
The Pistons and Bulls previously faced off on October 23, 2025, where Chicago emerged victorious with a score of 115-111. In that game, Nikola Vucevic led the Bulls with 28 points, while Cunningham contributed 23 points for Detroit. As the teams prepare for their second encounter, both will be looking to build on early season performances.
Injury reports reveal several key players sidelined for both teams. For the Pistons, Isaiah Stewart is out due to an ankle injury, along with Caris LeVert (knee), Ausar Thompson (ankle), Marcus Sasser (hip), Tobias Harris (ankle), and Jaden Ivey (knee). The Bulls will be without Coby White (calf), Zach Collins (wrist), and Josh Giddey (ankle).
As the Bulls aim to improve their standings, they will need to find a way to contain Cunningham, who has quickly established himself as a scoring threat. The Pistons, currently holding a strong position at 9-2 and first in the Eastern Conference, are eager to maintain their momentum and continue their winning streak at home.
The game is scheduled to tip-off at 19:00 EST, promising an exciting matchup as both teams strive for an edge in the competitive conference landscape.
