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Blake Silverman

Pistons Set Longest Win Streak in a Decade One Season After Franchise-Worst Finish

Detroit Pistons center Duren celebrates with forward Harris on a time out during the second half against the LA Clippers at Little Caesars Arena. | David Reginek-Imagn Images

If the Detroit Pistons aren't on your radar, you may want to pay attention to the turnaround underway in the Motor City. They beat the Los Angeles Clippers Monday night, on the second night of a back-to-back, to win their seventh game in a row.

The last time the Pistons won seven in a row? A decade ago, during the 2014-15 season. Detroit now sits with a 32-26 record on the year, a mark which is currently good for the No. 6 seed in the Eastern Conference. Just a season ago, they finished with the NBA's worst record at 14-68. It was the Pistons’ worst season in franchise history. Less than a year removed from that disaster, Detroit is rolling.

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