Detroit — Just when it appeared as if the Pistons were trending toward their second consecutive win, they gave up a 38-point third quarter to the Sacramento Kings to reverse their fortunes.
It was a game marred by foul trouble, scoring runs and lackadaisical transition defense as Detroit suffered a 122-113 loss to Sacramento on Friday night.
The Pistons held an eight-point lead at halftime, but Sacramento went on a 17-4 run to start the third quarter. Eight of those points were scored by Murray, who knocked down a couple of triples and a pair of free throws to give the Kings the momentum.