The Pistons erased a seven-point halftime deficit and lead Charlotte 76-70 after three quarters.
Charlotte carried a 51-44 halftime edge, but Detroit poured in 32 points in the third while holding the Hornets to 19, turning a seven-point hole into a 76-70 lead after three. The 13-point quarter swing has the Pistons in front after Charlotte won the first quarter 22-21 and the second 29-23. Brandon Miller leads all scorers with 27 points on 10-of-19 shooting and 8 rebounds; Cade Cunningham has 22 points and 7 assists, while Paul Reed has added 16 points on 5-of-6 shooting. Detroit entered 3-1 and seventh in the power index, one spot ahead of 3-1 Charlotte, and now has a six-point edge to protect.
Key Performers
Brandon Miller: 27 points, 8 rebounds Cade Cunningham: 22 points, 7 assists Paul Reed: 16 points, 5-of-6 shooting