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Cleveland Cavaliers vs Detroit Pistons: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Cleveland Cavaliers (5-6) visit the Detroit Pistons (7-3) on Friday, December 18, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET, at Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Detroit Pistons vs Cleveland Cavaliers.

NBAFriday, December 18, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers logoCleveland Cavaliers5-6
7:30 PM ETDec 18, 2026
Detroit Pistons logoDetroit Pistons7-3
DateDec 18, 2026
Time7:30 PM ET
VenueLittle Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI

Team comparison

Cleveland CavaliersDetroit Pistons
Points per game
116.5
112.7
Points allowed per game
115.0
104.6
5-6Record7-3
2nd in Central DivisionStanding1st in Central Division
1-4Road record / home record3-2
LLWLLLast 5WLLWW
L2StreakW1

Team stats

Cleveland CavaliersDetroit Pistons
L2StreakW1
Points Against
115.0
104.6
5-5Last Ten Games7-3
Points Per Game
116.5
112.7
Field Goal %
46
47
Three Point %
37
37
Rebounds Per Game
46.2
44.0
Assists Per Game
27.0
27.3
Blocks Per Game
5.5
6.5
Steals Per Game
7.4
9.5
Team Turnovers Per Game
0.5
0.7
Total Turnovers Per Game
13.8
14.5

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Cleveland Cavaliers
Sam Merrill G · Elbow
Out
Jaylon Tyson G · Ankle - Sprain
Out
Detroit Pistons
Isaiah Joe G · Hip - Bruise
Out
Jalen Duren C · Hamstring - Strain
Out

Recent form

Cleveland CavaliersLLWLL
Nov 9, 2026 · at Charlotte HornetsL 112-124
Nov 7, 2026 · vs New York KnicksL 97-109
Nov 6, 2026 · vs Philadelphia 76ersW 119-95
Nov 4, 2026 · at Oklahoma City ThunderL 116-124
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Oklahoma City ThunderL 112-117
Detroit PistonsWLLWW
Nov 9, 2026 · vs Washington WizardsW 122-111
Nov 8, 2026 · vs Los Angeles LakersL 116-121
Nov 4, 2026 · vs Philadelphia 76ersL 106-112
Nov 2, 2026 · at Charlotte HornetsW 124-91
Oct 30, 2026 · at Brooklyn NetsW 110-94

Season series

Series starts 12/18
Mar 9, 2027CLE 0, DET 0
Jan 27, 2027DET 0, CLE 0
Jan 18, 2027DET 0, CLE 0
Dec 18, 2026CLE 0, DET 0

Team pages

Cleveland Cavaliers
Schedule, roster and statsDetroit Pistons
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Cleveland Cavaliers vs Detroit Pistons?

The game is on Friday, December 18, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET at Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI.

What are the records of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Detroit Pistons?

Cleveland Cavaliers: 5-6. Detroit Pistons: 7-3.

Who is injured for Cleveland Cavaliers vs Detroit Pistons?

Listed out or doubtful: Cleveland Cavaliers: Sam Merrill, Jaylon Tyson. Detroit Pistons: Isaiah Joe, Jalen Duren. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Cleveland Cavaliers vs Detroit Pistons played?

Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI.

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