The Thunder and Rockets have similar advantages as the Pistons.
Two of the NBA's top championship contenders faced off to start the season. As the Houston Rockets and Oklahoma City Thunder matched up, it became apparent how much both teams rely on defensive disruption around their superstar scorers. The Pistons are following the same formula for building their team, and could soon see the payoff.
The Pistons are building their team the right way
The Pistons have relied on surrounding superstar guard Cade Cunningham with a tough-nosed defensive unit.