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The Houston Rockets are on a three-game losing streak and hope to turn things around against the struggling Detroit Pistons.
Set to play their fourth game of a seven-game homestand at the Toyota Center, the Rockets, currently at 15-15, aim to halt their recent losses. Their last defeat came against the Philadelphia 76ers, where they narrowly lost 131-127 despite Joel Embiid's absence. Tyrese Maxey's exceptional performance, scoring 42 points, contributed to their loss.
Despite the setbacks, the Rockets had standout displays from three players scoring over 25 points each, with Fred VanVleet leading the team with 33 points and 10 assists. A similar performance is desired to break their losing streak.
Facing the team with the worst NBA record, the struggling Detroit Pistons (3-29), the Rockets view this matchup as an opportunity. Although the Pistons recently ended a 28-game losing streak against a weakened Toronto Raptors squad, their overall season performance suggests they've faced significant challenges. The Rockets are keen to capitalize on this chance to break their streak.
The upcoming clash between the Detroit Pistons and the Houston Rockets is part of the NBA's lineup for the start of 2024. This marks their first meeting in the 2023-24 season, with the Rockets dominating the past three matchups since December 2021.
Detroit Pistons recently halted a challenging stretch, securing a narrow win against the Toronto Raptors, breaking their 28-game losing streak. They aim to build on this victory and maintain momentum in their upcoming games.
Meanwhile, the Houston Rockets hold a 15-15 record in the 2023-24 season and seek to tip the scales in their favor after this game. However, they've faced setbacks, losing their last three matches, notably against the Philadelphia 76ers without Joel Embiid.
Scheduled for January 1, 2024, the Detroit Pistons vs. Houston Rockets game will be hosted at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. Space City Home Network and Bally Sports DET are set to broadcast the match at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, while NBA League Pass subscribers can catch the action via an online live stream.
For the Rockets, Tari Eason and Jabari Smith Jr. are labeled 'questionable' for the Pistons game, pending decisions from the team's medical staff. Dillon Brooks and Victor Oladipo are unlikely to join the lineup based on the Rockets' recent injury report.
Injury-wise, Isaiah Stewart anticipates returning by mid-January after suffering a toe sprain, while Monte Morris is on track for a late January comeback for the Pistons.
