$5 Must-Win Games Remaining On Detroit Pistons\' 2015 NBA Schedule$

5 Must-Win Games Remaining On Detroit Pistons' 2015 NBA Schedule

By Jerry Landry

5 Must-Win Games Remaining On Detroit Pistons' 2015 NBA Schedule

Detroit Pistons NBA Playoff chances Jodie Meeks — Although every game is a must-win for the Detroit Pistons as they sit just outside of the NBA playoff picture, here are five games that rise in importance above all if Detroit is to play a few playoff games in the Palace.

5. Mar. 11, at Golden State Warriors

Steph Curry Splash Brothers Golden State Warriors

5. Mar. 11, at Golden State Warriors

Steph Curry Splash Brothers Golden State Warriors — Mar. 11 would be a great night to catch the Warriors’ backcourt off guard. If Detroit can handle the three-hour time change, then they can focus on handling Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson. Steal this win and you’re well on your way to the postseason.

4. Mar. 17, vs. Memphis Grizzlies

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4. Mar. 17, vs. Memphis Grizzlies

Marc Gasol Memphis Grizzlies NBA Playoffs — Winning a big game against the West’s No. 2 seed could set the Pistons into the positive throes of momentum. At this point in the season, momentum is a lovely thing to have.

3. Mar. 29, at Miami Heat

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3. Mar. 29, at Miami Heat

Miami Heat El Heat Dwayne Wade NBA Playoff chances — The Miami Heat presently hold the No. 7 seed in the Eastern Conference, and this makes them one of Detroit’s top targets. Detroit is currently in the No. 12 spot in the East, but they sit just four games beneath Miami.

2. Apr. 3, at Chicago Bulls

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2. Apr. 3, at Chicago Bulls

Joakim Noah Chicago Bulls NBA Playoff Chances — The divisional games carry the most weight for the Pistons and their potential for the playoffs. With Derrick Rose possibly out for this matchup, Detroit will have to focus all efforts on capitalizing on a decimated — yet still viable — Chicago Bulls team.

1. Apr. 13, at Cleveland Cavaliers

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1. Apr. 13, at Cleveland Cavaliers

LeBron James King James Cleveland Cavaliers Big Three NBA Playoffs — The Cavs are now surging behind their new big three, and this penultimate regular season contest could mean everything concerning Detroit’s playoff fate. Take one away from the King, and the Pistons could be firing into the playoffs.

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