While most of the superstars were inactive, there was no shortage of fire power.
Tempers flared at Chesapeake Energy Arena on Wednesday night, where the Detroit Pistons wrestled out a 97-91 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Andre Drummond led all scorers with 31 points and 16 rebounds. Five Pistons finished in double figures, as Detroit improved to 1-0 in the preseason.
Reggie Jackson (right ankle rehab) and Jon Leuer (left ankle rehab) sat out due to injuries. Blake Griffin appeared to be a healthy scratch.