Pistons Comeback to Defeat Raptors, 106-104
The Detroit Pistons defeated the host Toronto Raptors, 106-104, at Air Canada Center on Wednesday.

Despite the fact that Toronto led for over 40 minutes of this game, it wasn't decided until the final seconds. In fact, Toronto held a 19-point lead halfway through the third quarter, as Detroit responded with a 40-19 run to re-take the lead with four minutes remaining. The Pistons never relinquished the lead from there, as Reggie Bullock hit a game-winning floater at the buzzer to break a tied game. There were five ties and 10 lead changes in total, albeit all of those coming in the first five minutes and final five minutes of the game. Toronto's shooting was their downfall, as they went just 4-of-20 from three-point range and 10-of-17 from the free-throw line. Detroit won the game through long-range shooting, hitting 10-of-33 from three-point range. The Pistons bench also played a huge factor, outscoring the Raptors bench, 40-28.

The Pistons (7-6) were led by Blake Griffin, as he collected 30 points, 12 rebounds, three assists, three steals and two blocks. Andre Drummond totaled 11 points and 14 boards. Reggie Jackson finished with 13 points and six assists. Stanley Johnson and Langston Galloway each reached double figures in scoring, as they each went 5-of-8 from the field off of the bench.

The Raptors (12-3) were led by Kawhi Leonard, as he tallied 26 points, nine rebounds, four assists and three steals. Pascal Siakam amassed 17 points, seven rebounds and two assists. Kyle Lowry accrued 14 points, seven rebounds and seven assists. Greg Monroe provided 17 points and nine boards to lead the bench.

Detroit won't play again until Monday, when they play host to the Cleveland Cavaliers. As for Toronto, they travel to play the Boston Celtics on Friday for their next outing.
Posted on: 11/14/2018 7:08 PM
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