Pistons vs. Bulls: Injuries, The Unthinkable, City Editions and How to Watch
Chicago Bulls vs. Detroit Pistons
Matchup: Chicago Bulls (20-24) vs. Detroit Pistons (12-33) Venue: United Center, Chicago, IL Date: Wednesday, January 31, 2023 Time: 8:00 pm CST TV: NBC Sports Chicago, Bally Sports DetroitAmidst injuries and storylines galore, the Bulls and Pistons will face off at the United Center Wednesday night. The Bulls, who have dropped four straight, will be looking to end their losing streak while the Pistons, who have lost six of their last seven, will be looking to snap their own skid.
Injury Report
For the Bulls, Lonzo Ball (knee) and Alex Caruso (ankle) are both out. Zach LaVine (knee) is questionable. For the Pistons, Cade Cunningham (shin) is out. Isaiah Stewart (hip) and Jaden Ivey (ankle) are both questionable.
The Bulls have been hit hard by injuries this season, with Ball and Caruso missing significant time. LaVine has also been dealing with knee issues lately. The Pistons, meanwhile, have been relatively healthy, but they will be without Cunningham, their leading scorer and rebounder, for the second straight game.
The Unthinkable
With the Bulls and Pistons both struggling, it's not out of the realm of possibility that the Pistons could pull off the upset. The Pistons have already beaten the Bulls once this season, and they have a knack for playing well against good teams. The Bulls, meanwhile, have been playing poorly as of late, and they could be vulnerable to an upset.
City Editions
Both the Bulls and Pistons will be wearing their City Edition uniforms for Wednesday's game. The Bulls' City Edition uniforms are inspired by the city's architecture, with a black and red color scheme and a pattern that resembles the city's skyline. The Pistons' City Edition uniforms are inspired by the city's automotive heritage, with a blue and silver color scheme and a pattern that resembles a car grille.
How to Watch
The game will be televised on NBC Sports Chicago and Bally Sports Detroit. It will also be streamed live on fuboTV and NBA League Pass.