Last season, the Detroit Pistons stunned the NBA by tripling their win total in just the span of one year. Amid their upward trajectory, they’re now being viewed as a possible contender in the Eastern Conference. After posting the league’s worst record in 2024, many were calling for the Pistons to strip everything down and start their rebuild from scratch. Upon bringing in a new face in the front office and undergoing a coaching change, the Pistons have been able to get the franchise back on track.