The Detroit Pistons are heading to the playoffs, achieving a remarkable turnaround this season with a 117-105 victory over the Toronto Raptors. Just one year after finishing with the league's worst record, the Pistons have clinched a playoff spot and can finish no worse than sixth in the Eastern Conference. Coach J.B. Bickerstaff, in his first year after being dismissed by the Cavaliers, praised his team's resilience and growth.

In this pivotal game, Tim Hardaway Jr. led the Pistons with 23 points, while Jalen Duren contributed a double-double with 21 points and 18 rebounds. The Pistons demonstrated their depth, overcoming the absence of Cade Cunningham and Isaiah Stewart due to injuries. As they prepare for their remaining games against the Milwaukee Bucks, the Pistons have set their sights on playoff positioning, with potential matchups against the Indiana Pacers or New York Knicks.