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As Pistons secure playoff spot, they reflect on rapid rise from East’s …

Two seasons ago, the Pistons were the worst team in the NBA and lost 28 straight games. They’re now at the top of the Eastern Conference.

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7135570/2026/03/20/pistons-clinch-playoff-spot-eastern-conference-nba/

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