Detroit Pistons Vs Toronto Raptors, NBA 2026: Bucks Rout Struggling Mavs

Jalen Duren put on a masterclass with 31 points and nine rebounds to lead the Detroit Pistons to a 127-116 victory over the Toronto Raptors. The win was historic, as Detroit officially clinched the Central Division title for the first time in 18 years. Despite missing star Cade Cunningham, the Pistons played with remarkable poise, supported by Daniss Jenkins' 21 points. Toronto fought back through RJ Barrett’s 24 points, but Detroit’s dominance in the paint and efficient fourth-quarter execution secured the celebration. It marks a monumental milestone for a young Pistons core that has finally come of age. See best photos from the match here.

Updated on: 1 April 2026 5:55 pm

Published at: 1 April 2026 5:55 pm

Detroit Pistons Vs Toronto Raptors NBA game-Jalen Duren

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) is fouled by Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (19) while going to the basket during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Detroit. | Photo: AP/Duane Burleson

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Detroit Pistons Vs Toronto Raptors NBA game-Sandro Mamukelashvili

Toronto Raptors forward Sandro Mamukelashvili, left, drives against Detroit Pistons guard Caris LeVert (8) during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Detroit. | Photo: AP/Duane Burleson

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Detroit Pistons Vs Toronto Raptors NBA game-Tobias Harris

Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (12) celebrates with center Jalen Duren (0) after a win over the Toronto Raptors in an NBA basketball game in Detroit. | Photo: AP/Duane Burleson

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Detroit Pistons Vs Toronto Raptors NBA game-Marcus Sasser

Detroit Pistons guard Marcus Sasser (25) goes to the basket past Toronto Raptors guard Ja'kobe Walter (14) during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Detroit. | Photo: AP/Duane Burleson

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Detroit Pistons Vs Toronto Raptors NBA game-Caris LeVert

Detroit Pistons guard Caris LeVert (8) takes a shot while being defended by Toronto Raptors guard Ja'kobe Walter (14) during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Detroit. | Photo: AP/Duane Burleson

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Detroit Pistons Vs Toronto Raptors NBA game-Scottie Barnes

Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) reacts after being whistled for a foul during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Detroit Pistons in Detroit. | Photo: AP/Duane Burleson

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Detroit Pistons Vs Toronto Raptors NBA game-Jakobe Walter

Toronto Raptors guard Ja'kobe Walter, right, and Detroit Pistons guard Javonte Green fight over a loose ball during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Detroit. | Photo: AP/Duane Burleson

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Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) drives against Detroit Pistons guard Ausar Thompson during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Detroit. | Photo: AP/Duane Burleson

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Detroit Pistons Vs Toronto Raptors NBA game-Brandon Ingram

Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram, left, goes to the basket past Detroit Pistons forward Paul Reed (7) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Detroit. | Photo: AP/Duane Burleson

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Detroit Pistons Vs Toronto Raptors NBA game-RJ Barrett

Toronto Raptors forward RJ Barrett (9) takes a shot against Detroit Pistons guard Daniss Jenkins, back, and center Jalen Duren (0) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Detroit. | Photo: AP/Duane Burleson