Key Takeaways:
- Detroit Pistons rallied from a 16-point deficit to secure a 108-105 victory over the Phoenix Suns
- Jalen Duren recorded 16 points and 18 rebounds, while Duncan Robinson contributed 19 points for the home side
- Grayson Allen led the Suns with 33 points as Phoenix, missing Devin Booker, fell to second consecutive defeat
Intense Fourth-Quarter Surge Secures Win for Detroit
The Detroit Pistons delivered a spirited comeback at home, overcoming a shorthanded Phoenix Suns side 108-105 to claim their fourth win in five games. Despite trailing by as many as 16 points in the opening half and finishing each of the first three quarters behind, the Pistons kept their composure to edge the contest in the closing moments.
Tobias Harris drained a crucial go-ahead jumper over Dillon Brooks midway through the fourth period. The hosts then hung on for the remainder, clinching an important victory for the Eastern Conference leaders.
It wasn't pretty BUT IT WAS A WIN pic.twitter.com/ZPKkfEQ2ym
— Detroit Pistons (@DetroitPistons) January 16, 2026
Detroit’s Key Contributors
Duncan Robinson provided a strong scoring touch for Detroit, finishing the contest with 19 points. Jalen Duren anchored the side in the paint, amassing an impressive 16 points and 18 rebounds. The Pistons managed to persevere despite a difficult shooting night from Cade Cunningham, who finished with 10 points and 11 assists while going 3-of-16 from the field (including 0-of-7 on three-point attempts) and 4-of-9 from the free-throw line.
Detroit’s struggles at the line almost proved costly, as Robinson’s missed free throw in the dying moments allowed Grayson Allen an opportunity for a last-gasp three-pointer. However, the Pistons’ defence held firm to seal the win.
Grayson Allen’s Historic Night and Phoenix’s Efforts
With Devin Booker sidelined by an ankle injury, Grayson Allen emerged as the leading offensive force for Phoenix, tallying 33 points, including 21 in the first half. In the opening quarter, Allen registered 10 points and became the first player in Suns franchise history to record three made three-pointers and three blocked shots in a single quarter, helping his team to a nine-point cushion. He then added 11 more points in the second quarter and closed the first half with a pair of three-pointers, giving Phoenix a 63-56 lead at the interval.
Despite Allen’s efforts, Phoenix could not sustain their advantage. Collin Gillespie added 18 points, Dillon Brooks contributed 16 before fouling out with 2:13 remaining, while Royce O’Neale and Oso Ighodaro chipped in with 11 and 10 points respectively.
The Suns have now lost two in a row, while the Pistons closed the gap to just one point heading into the final quarter before surging past their visitors down the stretch.
| Team | Top Scorer | Top Rebounder | Record after Game |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pistons | Duncan Robinson (19) | Jalen Duren (18) | — |
| Suns | Grayson Allen (33) | Jordan Goodwin (12) |
Upcoming Fixtures
- Suns will travel to face New York on Saturday night
- Pistons are set to host Indiana on Saturday night
