Pistons beat Timberwolves 128-106 in preseason opener
Detroit won a preseason game against Minnesota 128-106, with Jalen Duren debuting and coach J.B. Bickerstaff praising his explosive play.
Key points
- Detroit Pistons defeated Minnesota Timberwolves 128-106 at Target Center.
- Jalen Duren made his preseason debut for Detroit.
- Coach J.B. Bickerstaff highlighted Duren’s faster, more‑explosive performance.
- The Pistons outscored the Timberwolves by 22 points.
- The game was a preseason matchup on October 14, 2026.
On October 14, 2026, the Detroit Pistons defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 128-106 in a preseason game at Target Center in Minneapolis.
Jalen Duren made his preseason debut for Detroit, drawing praise from head coach J.B. Bickerstaff, who noted a faster, more‑explosive performance from the 22‑year‑old during practice.
The win was highlighted by the Pistons’ offensive output, surpassing the Timberwolves by 22 points.
Your questions, answered
Who scored the most points for the Pistons in the preseason opener?
The article does not specify individual scoring totals.
What did coach J.B. Bickerstaff say about Jalen Duren?
He praised Duren’s faster, more‑explosive performance during practice.
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