Full-strength Pistons represent huge challenge for improving Pacers

The Detroit Pistons got back to full strength in their latest game. That's bad news for their Saturday opponent, the visiting Indiana Pacers, who have already lost to the Eastern Conference leaders twice this season.

In the midst of a six-game homestand, the Pistons were able to go with the usual lineup on Thursday as Cade Cunningham, Jalen Duren and Tobias Harris returned from injury. Their top frontcourt reserve, defensive stalwart Isaiah Stewart, also was back in action after recovering from an illness.