The Detroit Pistons, who have won seven straight games, host the Chicago Bulls, who have lost three straight, on Wednesday night.

Wednesday's game was the second meeting between the teams this season. Chicago had a 115-111 win over Detroit in their season opener on Oct. 22. Detroit will next face the Philadelphia 76ers in NBA Cup action on Friday. Meanwhile, Chicago will return to action on Sunday against the Utah Jazz.

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Paul Reed had 28 points and 13 rebounds and the undermanned Detroit Pistons won their eighth straight game, beating the Chicago Bulls 124-113 on Wednesday night.

With Giddey playing the type of basketball he has to start the season, currently averaging an impressive 21.4 points, 9.6 rebounds, and 9.3 assists, all while shooting well from 3-point range, it might not be the best idea to break that up to get Morant more touches.