Washington Wizards Hold Off Detroit Pistons 114–108 in 2026–27 NBA Preseason
The Washington Wizards secured a 114–108 win over the Detroit Pistons on October 10, 2026, highlighted by Tre Johnson's sharp three-point shooting and Will Riley's perfect free-throw performance.
Archive recap · Listed by game date. First published Oct 17, 2026.
On October 10, 2026, during the 2026–27 NBA preseason, the Washington Wizards defeated the Detroit Pistons 114–108 in an Eastern Conference matchup. Tre Johnson led the Wizards with 15 points, making 5 of 9 field goals, including an impressive 4 of 6 from beyond the arc, all in 19 minutes. His efficient perimeter shooting helped the Wizards maintain a competitive edge throughout the game.
Will Riley complemented Johnson's scoring with 15 points, including a perfect 8-for-8 from the free-throw line, along with 4 rebounds, 3 assists, a steal, and a block over 23 minutes. The Pistons’ Duncan Robinson contributed 12 points and 4 assists, making 2 of 6 three-point attempts, while Ebuka Okorie recorded 14 points and 6 assists but missed all 4 of his three-point attempts and committed 3 turnovers in 26 minutes.
A key contrast between the teams was the Wizards’ superior three-point shooting, particularly Johnson’s 4 made triples compared to Okorie’s 0-for-4 from deep. This difference in perimeter efficiency helped Washington hold a narrow lead and ultimately secure the victory in this preseason contest.
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