What happened: Jalen Duren scored a game-high 24 points on 8-of-9 shooting with three rebounds, two steals, and one assist to lead the Detroit Pistons past the Minnesota Timberwolves, 128-106, in Wednesday's preseason finale. Cade Cunningham posted 14 points, nine assists, and two 3-pointers, while John Collins contributed 11 points on 4-of-5 shooting with two steals alongside Duncan Robinson. Anthony Edwards led Minnesota with 20 points and three assists, and Jonathan Kuminga added 16 points, four rebounds, and three assists.

Why it matters: The victory lifts Detroit to 2-1 in the 2026-27 preseason as the team integrates its rotation ahead of opening night. Duren's efficient interior scoring follows his Oct. 2 contract extension with the franchise, giving Detroit a productive two-man pairing alongside Cunningham's playmaking.

What to watch: Detroit carries a 2-1 preseason mark into the final week of tune-up play before opening the 2026-27 regular season against the Boston Celtics.