In an unfortunate turn of events, the Detroit Pistons etched their name into NBA history, surpassing the record for most consecutive losses in a single season. Their staggering losing streak reached 27 games after a 118-112 defeat to the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday night, eclipsing the prior marks set by the 2013-14 Philadelphia 76ers and the 2010-11 Cleveland Cavaliers.
Now standing on the brink of tying the all-time record of 28 consecutive losses, currently held by the Philadelphia 76ers across the 2014-15 and 2015-16 seasons, the Pistons find themselves in a challenging predicament.
This season has been arduous for the Pistons, showcasing the league’s worst record at 2-28. Despite amassing a talented roster through recent lottery picks, their struggle to find cohesion on offense has been evident. Recent defeats, including the home loss to the Utah Jazz, prompted fans to voice their discontent, even chanting for team owner Tom Gores to sell the franchise. Gores, in response, deemed the chants “ridiculous” in an interview, albeit vaguely hinting at forthcoming changes.
Looking ahead, the Pistons face an uphill battle. With every match crucial and their record hanging by a thread, their upcoming fixtures don’t promise respite. Their encounter against the formidable 23-6 Celtics looms large on December 28, followed by a year-end clash against the Raptors—a game that could seal their unwanted claim to the sole possession of a record no team desires to hold.
As the Detroit Pistons brace for these challenging matchups, the specter of history looms large, making each game a pivotal moment in their quest to evade an ignoble milestone.
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