The Phoenix Suns (20-20) are set to face the Detroit Pistons (21-20) in a matchup that highlights two teams with contrasting recent performances. The Suns enter the game on a one-game winning streak, while the Pistons are looking to bounce back from a loss. Phoenix has shown strength in conference play with a 14-10 record, but will be without key player Jusuf Nurkić due to illness, and Bradley Beal is listed as doubtful. Detroit, currently fourth in their division, is led by Cade Cunningham, who averages 24.4 points and 9.4 assists per game. Both teams will be eager to improve their standings as they head into this competitive matchup at Little Caesars Arena.
Phoenix Suns at Detroit Pistons Game Information
Game Date: January 18, 2025
Game Time: 04:00 PM ET
TV Channel: FanDuel Sports Network Detroit Extra, NBA League Pass Channel 1
Location: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)
Detroit Pistons Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 21-20
Conference Record: 15-15
Division Record: 1-6
Streak: 1 loss
Phoenix Suns Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 20-20
Conference Record: 14-10
Division Record: 5-4
Streak: 1 win
Stat Leaders
Detroit Pistons (21-20, #4 in division)
Points Leader: Cade Cunningham, 24.4 PPG
Rebounds Leader: Jalen Duren, 9.58 RPG
Assists Leader: Cade Cunningham, 9.4 APG
Steals Leader: Ausar Thompson, 1.53 SPG
Blocks Leader: Isaiah Stewart, 1.32 BPG
Phoenix Suns (20-20, #4 in division)
Points Leader: Kevin Durant, 27.1 PPG
Rebounds Leader: Jusuf Nurkić, 9.16 RPG
Assists Leader: Devin Booker, 6.8 APG
Steals Leader: Devin Booker, 1.23 SPG
Blocks Leader: Kevin Durant, 1.3 BPG
Detroit Pistons Injury Report
Jaden Ivey – Leg (Out) – The Pistons announced on Thursday (Jan. 2) that Ivey underwent successful surgery to repair a broken fibula in his left leg, and he will be re-evaluated in four weeks, per Keith Langlois of the Pistons’ official site.
Phoenix Suns Injury Report
Jusuf Nurkić – Illness (Out) – The Suns have listed Nurkic as Out for Saturday’s (Jan. 18) game against the Pistons.
Bradley Beal – Ankle (Day To Day) – The Suns have listed Beal as Doubtful for Saturday’s (Jan. 18) game against the Pistons.
Detroit Pistons Upcoming 2024-2025 Schedule
January 18, 2025 vs Phoenix Suns
January 20, 2025 at Houston Rockets
January 22, 2025 at Atlanta Hawks
January 25, 2025 at Orlando Magic
January 27, 2025 at Cleveland Cavaliers
January 29, 2025 at Indiana Pacers
January 31, 2025 vs Dallas Mavericks
February 02, 2025 vs Chicago Bulls
February 03, 2025 vs Atlanta Hawks
February 05, 2025 vs Cleveland Cavaliers
Phoenix Suns Upcoming 2024-2025 Schedule
January 18, 2025 at Detroit Pistons
January 20, 2025 at Cleveland Cavaliers
January 22, 2025 at Brooklyn Nets
January 25, 2025 vs Washington Wizards
January 27, 2025 vs LA Clippers
January 29, 2025 vs Minnesota Timberwolves
January 31, 2025 at Golden State Warriors
February 01, 2025 at Portland Trail Blazers
February 03, 2025 at Portland Trail Blazers
February 05, 2025 at Oklahoma City Thunder