The Detroit Pistons (16-21) have lost to the Indiana Pacers (18-18) 121-116 despite a late-game comeback attempt.
The Detroit Pistons trailed their Central Division rivals for almost the entire game tonight, only leading about six out of a possible 48 minutes.
Point guard Reggie Jackson meanwhile helped keep the Pistons in the game, recording 20 points, 12 assists and seven rebounds on 44 per cent shooting.
Despite trailing most of the way, the Pistons kept the game fairly close, shooting the ball well in the first three quarters.