The Detroit Pistons lost 119-111 to the Utah Jazz on Thursday, extending their losing streak to an astounding 25 games. The loss puts them one game away from tying the single-season record of 26 consecutive losses held by the 2010-11 Cleveland Cavaliers and 2013-14 Philadelphia 76ers.

The Pistons' woes began in late October when, despite getting off to a good start against the Jazz, leading by as many as eight points in the first quarter, they succumbed to Utah's 13-0 run and buried themselves. While Cade Cunningham had 28 points and 10 assists, the lack of support from his teammates cost him dearly. Jaden Ivey and Marvin Bagley III scored 24 and 22 points, respectively, but no other Pistons player scored in double figures.

Desperation spilled over and fans chanted "Sell the team" as the clock ticked down. Head coach Monty Williams called it a "difficult result to accept" while Cunningham expressed frustration with his turnovers, admitting that they adversely affected the team's performance.

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Thunder end Clippers' winning streak: Shea Gilgeous-Alexander scored 31 points and Chet Holmgren had 23, including a highlight-reel dunk, to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 134-115 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers, ending the Clippers' nine-game winning streak.
Timberwolves beat Lakers: Without LeBron James, the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Los Angeles Lakers 118-111 on the strength of a 27-point performance by Anthony Edwards and a collective effort by the starters.
Bucks extend winning streak: The Milwaukee Bucks beat the Orlando Magic 118-114 for their sixth straight win.
Bulls end Spurs' woes: The Chicago Bulls ended a 21-game losing streak by beating the San Antonio Spurs 114-95. Kobe White and DeMar DeRozan led the Bulls with 22 and 21 points, respectively, while Devin Wasser's 21 points couldn't save the Spurs.
This round of NBA games highlighted the very different fortunes of each team: the Pistons teetered on the brink of historical ignominy, the Jazz ended their losing streak, and the Thunder and Bucks scored impressive victories. The league continues to show its vigor and unpredictability, even as the Detroit Pistons inch closer to the record they desperately want to avoid.