The Denver Nuggets vs Detroit Pistons game on February 4, 2026, at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, MI, ended in a narrow 124-121 victory for the Pistons.
Tip-off took place at 4:00 AM local time, with both teams exchanging high-scoring quarters throughout the contest.
The Nuggets (33-18, 19-8 Away) posted 121 points, while the Pistons (37-12, 21-5 Home) secured the win with 124.
This article examines key player stats, team performance, and scoring timelines from the matchup.
Denver Nuggets vs Detroit Pistons Match Player Stats: Scoring Leaders
Jamal Murray led the Nuggets with 32 points, hitting 8 of 17 field goals and 12 of 13 free throws.
Nikola Jokic added 24 points with 11 defensive rebounds and four offensive boards.
Cade Cunningham paced the Pistons with 29 points, making 9 of 19 field goals and 9 of 11 free throws.
Jalen Duren contributed 13 rebounds and solid interior presence for Detroit.
Scoring Table: Key Stats
| Team | Player | PTS | FG | 3PT | FT | REB | AST | TO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEN | Jamal Murray | 32 | 8-17 | 4-8 | 12-13 | 1 | 8 | 0 |
| DEN | Nikola Jokic | 24 | 9-19 | 3-5 | 3-3 | 15 | 4 | 5 |
| DET | Cade Cunningham | 29 | 9-19 | 2-6 | 9-11 | 2 | 10 | 5 |
| DET | Jalen Duren | 19 | 6-10 | 0-0 | 7-8 | 13 | 1 | 1 |
Scoring Highlights:
- Nuggets: Jamal Murray led with 32 points; Jokic added 24.
- Pistons: Cade Cunningham’s 29 points propelled Detroit to victory.
- Duren’s 13 rebounds were crucial for Detroit’s paint control.
- Both teams exceeded 40% from the field with balanced scoring.
Denver Nuggets vs Detroit Pistons Match Player Stats: Shooting and Efficiency
The Nuggets shot 45% from the field, 33% from three, and 86% on free throws.
The Pistons converted 46% from the floor, 41% from long range, and 87% from the charity stripe.
Denver committed 10 turnovers compared to Detroit’s nine.
Both teams secured 43 rebounds, with equal 12 offensive boards apiece.
Team Shooting Table
| Team | FG% | 3PT% | FT% | TO | REB | AST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEN | 45% | 33% | 86% | 10 | 43 | 20 |
| DET | 46% | 41% | 87% | 9 | 43 | 27 |
Efficiency Highlights:
- Pistons had higher three-point efficiency at 41%.
- Nuggets’ free-throw accuracy at 86% helped maintain competitiveness.
- Detroit recorded more assists (27 vs 20) demonstrating better ball movement.
- Turnovers were minimal and had limited impact on the final outcome.
Quarter-by-Quarter Timeline
| Quarter | DEN | DET |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27 | 32 |
| 2 | 23 | 37 |
| 3 | 30 | 24 |
| 4 | 41 | 31 |
| Total | 121 | 124 |
Timeline Highlights:
- Pistons led early, outscoring Denver in the first half 69-50.
- Nuggets surged in the second half, outscoring Detroit 71-55.
- Detroit maintained composure in the closing minutes to secure a 3-point win.
Bullet Points Summary
- Nuggets’ top scorers: Jamal Murray 32, Nikola Jokic 24.
- Pistons’ top performers: Cade Cunningham 29, Jalen Duren 19.
- Both teams tied at 43 rebounds; Pistons led in assists 27-20.
- Nuggets shot 45% overall; Pistons slightly better at 46%.
- Fourth quarter scoring was pivotal, Nuggets 41, Pistons 31, but Detroit held the lead.
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