Detroit Pistons Triumph Over Golden State Warriors in High-Octane NBA Matchup
The Detroit Pistons delivered a stunning performance to secure a 131-124 victory over the Golden State Warriors, casting a shadow over a significant career milestone achieved by veteran forward Draymond Green. This intense National Basketball Association (NBA) regular season game unfolded at the Chase Center in California on Saturday, January 31, 2026, Philippine time, showcasing the Pistons' offensive prowess and resilience.
Cade Cunningham Leads Pistons' Dominant Offensive Display
Cade Cunningham was the standout performer for the Pistons, orchestrating the team's well-oiled offense with an impressive stat line of 29 points and 11 assists. His leadership on the court proved pivotal as the Pistons, who currently lead the Eastern Conference, improved their record to an impressive 35-12. Supporting Cunningham, Jalen Duren contributed a double-double with 21 points and 13 rebounds, while Duncan Robinson added 15 points, including five three-pointers. Tobias Harris and Isaiah Stewart chipped in with 15 and 14 points respectively, and Daniss Jenkins rounded out the scoring with 12 points, highlighting the Pistons' balanced attack.
Draymond Green's Milestone Night Overshadowed by Warriors' Loss
Despite the defeat, Draymond Green reached two remarkable career milestones during the game. He surpassed 8,000 career points and became only the third player in Warriors franchise history to achieve 800 career three-pointers. Green finished the night with 15 points, but his personal achievements were dampened by the team's inability to secure a win. The Warriors' superstar, Stephen Curry, led the team with 23 points but was forced to exit the game late in the third quarter due to right knee soreness, not returning to the court, which significantly impacted Golden State's late-game efforts.
Warriors' Late Rally Falls Short Against Pistons' Steady Defense
The Warriors mounted a spirited comeback in the fourth quarter, with Buddy Hield and Gui Santos hitting consecutive three-pointers during a 13-2 run that narrowed the deficit to 117-114 with 6:19 remaining. Golden State managed to pull within 128-124, but Cunningham's crucial free throw with 1:19 left helped seal the victory. The Warriors struggled offensively in the final minutes, limited to just one field goal in the last 3:24, and Harris' two foul shots with 3.4 seconds left secured the Pistons' 10th win in their last 13 games. Eight Warriors players scored in double figures, including De'Anthony Melton (18 points), Santos (16 points), Al Horford (13 points), Moses Moody (11 points), Brandin Podziemski (11 points), and Hield (10 points), but it wasn't enough to overcome the Pistons' relentless offense.
