NBA Highlights: Detroit Pistons vs. Charlotte Hornets (April 11, 2026)

The Detroit Pistons defeated the Charlotte Hornets 118-100 on April 11, 2026, in a game held in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Detroit secured a decisive victory, marking a 3-0 season series lead over the Hornets. The Pistons’ scoring was distributed across the game, recording 36 points in the first quarter, 32 in the second, 25 in the third, and 25 in the fourth quarter.

The Charlotte Hornets struggled to keep pace, scoring 30 points in the first quarter, 35 in the second, 25 in the third, and only 10 points in the final quarter.

Season Series and Standings

This victory concludes a season series where Detroit has won all three matchups against Charlotte. Previous games in the series included a 110-86 Pistons win at Detroit and a 118-104 Pistons win at Charlotte.

Following the result, the Detroit Pistons hold a record of 59-22, placing them at the top of the Eastern Conference Central division with a winning percentage of .728. The team enters a two-game winning streak.

The Charlotte Hornets hold a record of 43-38, placing them in the Eastern Conference Southeast division with a winning percentage of .531. The team is currently on a two-game losing streak.

Game Officials and Location

The game took place in Charlotte, NC. The officiating crew for the matchup consisted of referees Courtney Kirkland, Brian Forte, and Brandon Adair.

Conference Context

In the Eastern Conference Central division, the Pistons lead Cleveland, who have a record of 51-30. Other teams in the division include Milwaukee (32-49), Chicago (31-50), and Indiana (19-62).

In the Southeast division, Charlotte trails Atlanta (46-35), Orlando (45-36), and Miami (42-39), while Washington sits at 17-64.