Detroit beat Charlotte 97–89 on October 28 at Little Caesars Arena, the NBA’s final result confirms.
Cade Cunningham scored 30 points as the Pistons improved to 4–1 and rebounded from Tuesday’s loss at New York, according to the Associated Press game report.
Charlotte led 51–44 at halftime behind Brandon Miller, who finished with 31 points and 12 rebounds. Detroit opened the third quarter with a 16–5 run featuring three-pointers from four players and moved ahead 76–70 entering the fourth.
Turnovers helped determine the outcome. The Hornets committed 25, compared with Detroit’s 14. Eight Charlotte turnovers came in the third quarter, with another five in the final period.
Paul Reed scored 16 points for Detroit. Ausar Thompson contributed seven points, nine rebounds and eight assists. Dennis Schroeder added 14 for Charlotte, the only Hornet besides Miller to reach double figures.
Miller missed five of seven fourth-quarter attempts as Detroit maintained its lead. Both teams play Friday, with Charlotte visiting Washington and Detroit traveling to Brooklyn.
Sources NBA Final: https://www.nba.com/game/cha-vs-det-0022600134/blueprint Associated Press via Winnipeg Free Press: https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/sports/basketball/2026/10/28/cade-cunningham-scores-30-points-to-help-the-pistons-hold-off-the-hornets-97-89