Detroit Pistons Tip Off Western Trip with Mile-High Stop in Denver
Pistons open Western trip with mile-high stop
DENVER — The Detroit Pistons open a demanding Western Conference road swing with a mile-high challenge , visiting Denver to set the tone for a trip that will test their depth, discipline, and resolve. Altitude is the first obstacle. Playing at Ball Arena has a way of exposing fatigue and magnifying mistakes, and the Pistons know that handling the early minutes — and managing rotations — will be crucial against a Nuggets team that thrives at home. Denver’s pace, ball movement, and physicality demand sharp execution on both ends, especially for a young Detroit roster learning how to win on the road. For the Pistons, the Western trip is about more than one night. It’s a measuring stick for growth. Coaches will be watching how the team responds after runs, how quickly coverages tighten up in transition, and whether the offense can generate quality looks without settling. Ball security and rebounding loom large; extra possessions can swing momentum quickly at altitude. Detroit’s recent emphas…
