The Pistons have effectively established an identity. They have embraced the city’s blue-collar mentality. This was the 11th example in the young season and the ninth consecutive win. It’s no mistake that Detroit has all the tools necessary to beat any team.

The Sixers had several pieces of significant injury news Sunday. The first worth noting is that Paul George’s return appears imminent. George, who’s yet to play this season for the 7-5 Sixers, was listed as questionable for the team’s Monday night matchup vs. the Clippers.