Hawks defeat Pistons 132-130, end eight-game losing streak

Trae Young propelled the Atlanta Hawks to a dramatic 132-130 victory over the Detroit Pistons with a fadeaway jumper just 1.6 seconds before the final buzzer, snapping the Hawks' eight-game losing streak. Young led his team with 34 points and nine assists, while De'Andre Hunter contributed 20 points. The game was marked by a back-and-forth battle in the fourth quarter, where the Pistons, led by Cade Cunningham's 30 points and 14 assists, managed to tie the game late but ultimately could not secure the win. Despite a strong start, the Pistons struggled in the second quarter, going over eight minutes without a field goal, which allowed the Hawks to take a lead into halftime. The loss prevented Detroit from moving above .500 and into sixth place in the Eastern Conference, while the Hawks are now in ninth. This matchup highlighted the competitive nature of both teams, with the Pistons looking for a playoff spot and the Hawks aiming to regain their form.