Pistons defeat Hawks 114-104, end 5-year Atlanta drought

The Detroit Pistons secured a decisive 114-104 victory over the Atlanta Hawks, marking their first win in Atlanta since January 2020 and improving their record to 23-21. Cade Cunningham led the Pistons with 29 points, 11 assists, and six rebounds, while Malik Beasley contributed 19 points off the bench. The Pistons dominated the first half, shooting 54.2% while limiting the Hawks to just 36% from the field, including a dismal 15.8% from 3-point range. This win allowed Detroit to surpass Atlanta in the Eastern Conference standings, moving into sixth place. The Hawks struggled offensively, with Trae Young scoring only 13 points, leading to boos from the home crowd. The Pistons' strong performance was characterized by effective teamwork and standout shooting from beyond the arc, as they made 12 of 34 attempts overall.