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Pistons' Defensive Benchmark: 45% Shooting


If the Pistons can hold opponents under 45% shooting from the field, as they did in a 98-92 exhibition win over the Wizards on Tuesday night, they could significantly increase their chances for success.

The Wizards shot 39.7%, and the Pistons did a good job of stopping John Wall from penetrating.
Opponents shot 48% last season against the Pistons. Four teams allowed opponents to shoot for a higher percentage: New Jersey (48.1), New Orleans (48.3), Golden State (48.5) and New York (48.6).

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