The Detroit Pistons set a franchise record on Tuesday night, building a staggering 42-point halftime lead en route to a 132-92 victory over the Chicago Bulls. In an impressive display, the Pistons outscored the Bulls 71-29 during the first half, surpassing the previous record of 34 points set against Chicago in March 1969. This 40-point victory margin marked Detroit's largest win since 2012 and tied for the third largest in franchise history on the road. Malik Beasley made history as he secured a team record for 3-pointers in a single season, hitting 7 of 10 shots, bringing his total to 212 and passing the previous record of 211 held by Saddiq Bey. Cade Cunningham chipped in with 20 points, 7 assists, and 6 rebounds, while Tobias Harris and Ausar Thompson added 18 and 16 points respectively, leading the Pistons to their third consecutive win. Beasley expressed pride in his team's effort, emphasizing that they maintained their intensity throughout the game ensuring a winning record going into the All-Star break, a feat not achieved in 16 years. On the flip side, the Bulls struggled, setting a team record by missing 20 consecutive 3-point attempts until Ayo Dosunmu finally connected late in the second quarter. The Bulls finished the game shooting just 10-of-47 from beyond the arc. Coach Billy Donovan expressed his disappointment, emphasizing the need for players to rise to the occasion, noting that the fans deserved better, especially on home court. With only two players reaching double figures in scoring, Chicago looks to regroup ahead of their rematch against the Pistons. Even with a history of blowouts, the context of this game raised questions for the Bulls, as they prepare to face the Pistons again soon.
