Kings-Pistons Preview (The Associated Press)

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If the Detroit Pistons are to take advantage of a favorable four-game stretch on a lengthy homestand, they'll need to improve their recent defensive play. The Pistons can start by avoiding a third consecutive defeat Friday night against the Sacramento Kings. Up 11 near the end of the third quarter, the Pistons allowed a 16-2 Hawks run that began with a 3-pointer from center Al Horford.

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