The 2006-07 Detroit Pistons finished the regular season with a 53-29 record, securing the top seed in the Eastern Conference. Under head coach Flip Saunders, the Pistons excelled with a balanced team effort, led by the formidable starting lineup of Chauncey Billups, Richard Hamilton, Tayshaun Prince, Rasheed Wallace, and newly acquired Chris Webber.
The Pistons made it through the playoffs by defeating the Orlando Magic in the first round and the Chicago Bulls in the second round. However, their postseason run ended in the Eastern Conference Finals, where they lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers in six games. Despite the disappointing finish, the Pistons demonstrated resilience and skill, maintaining their reputation as a dominant force in the East during that era.
- Regular Season Record: 53-29
- Playoff Result: Eastern Conference First Round: 4-0, Eastern Conference Semifinals: 4-2, Eastern Conference Finals: 2-4
Detroit Pistons Roster and Stats for 2006-07 Season
| Regular Season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Player | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% |
| Richard Hamilton | 75 | 19.8 | 3.8 | 3.8 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 34.1 | 16 | 18.8 | 4.3 | 3.8 | 0.9 | 0.1 | 40.0 |
| Chauncey Billups | 70 | 17.0 | 3.4 | 7.2 | 1.2 | 0.2 | 34.5 | 16 | 18.6 | 3.3 | 5.7 | 1.2 | 0.1 | 38.9 |
| Tayshaun Prince | 82 | 14.3 | 5.2 | 2.8 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 38.6 | 16 | 14.1 | 6.4 | 3.8 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 40.9 |
| Rasheed Wallace | 75 | 12.3 | 7.2 | 1.7 | 1.0 | 1.6 | 35.1 | 16 | 14.3 | 7.7 | 1.8 | 1.2 | 1.8 | 34.7 |
| Chris Webber | 43 | 11.3 | 6.7 | 3.0 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 33.3 | 16 | 9.9 | 6.3 | 1.5 | 0.9 | 0.6 | 0.0 |
| Antonio McDyess | 82 | 8.1 | 6.0 | 0.9 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 0.0 | 16 | 5.8 | 7.1 | 1.1 | 0.7 | 0.9 | 0.0 |
| Ronald Murray | 69 | 6.7 | 1.6 | 2.7 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 28.9 | 12 | 2.5 | 0.8 | 1.2 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 0.0 |
| Amir Johnson | 8 | 5.9 | 4.6 | 0.4 | 0.6 | 1.6 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Nazr Mohammed | 51 | 5.6 | 4.5 | 0.2 | 0.5 | 0.8 | 0.0 | 2 | 2.5 | 1.5 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Carlos Delfino | 82 | 5.2 | 3.2 | 1.1 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 33.3 | 16 | 2.3 | 1.3 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 18.8 |
| Jason Maxiell | 67 | 5.0 | 2.8 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 0.9 | 0.0 | 14 | 4.0 | 2.4 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 0.6 | 0.0 |
| Lindsey Hunter | 52 | 4.9 | 0.9 | 1.8 | 0.7 | 0.1 | 31.9 | 13 | 1.8 | 0.8 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 22.2 |
| Dale Davis | 46 | 1.8 | 3.0 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.7 | 0.0 | 8 | 1.0 | 1.5 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.0 |
| Will Blalock | 14 | 1.8 | 1.1 | 1.2 | 0.4 | 0.0 | 20.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Ronald Dupree | 19 | 1.3 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Detroit Pistons in the 2007 NBA Playoffs
Playoffs First Round vs. Orlando Magic
In the first round of the 2007 NBA Playoffs, the Detroit Pistons faced off against the Orlando Magic, sweeping the series 4-0. Displaying their defensive prowess and playoff experience, the Pistons dominated the Magic, with Chauncey Billups and Richard Hamilton leading the charge. This victory set the tone for another deep playoff run, as they aimed to reclaim their position as Eastern Conference champions.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 21, 2007 | vs. Orlando Magic | W 100-92 | |
| Apr 23, 2007 | vs. Orlando Magic | W 98-90 | |
| Apr 26, 2007 | @ Orlando Magic | W 93-77 | |
| Apr 28, 2007 | @ Orlando Magic | W 97-93 |
Playoffs Second Round vs. Chicago Bulls
In the 2007 NBA Playoffs, the Detroit Pistons showcased their defensive prowess and veteran leadership in the second round, defeating the Chicago Bulls in six games. Chauncey Billups and Richard Hamilton led the charge offensively, while the Pistons' cohesive unit stifled Chicago's young stars, demonstrating the grit and experience that had made Detroit a consistent playoff contender during that era. This victory propelled the Pistons to their fifth consecutive Eastern Conference Finals appearance.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 05, 2007 | vs. Chicago Bulls | W 95-69 | |
| May 07, 2007 | vs. Chicago Bulls | W 108-87 | |
| May 10, 2007 | @ Chicago Bulls | W 81-74 | |
| May 13, 2007 | @ Chicago Bulls | L 102-87 | |
| May 15, 2007 | vs. Chicago Bulls | L 108-92 | |
| May 17, 2007 | @ Chicago Bulls | W 95-85 |
2007 Conference Championship vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
In the 2007 NBA Playoffs, the Detroit Pistons reached the Eastern Conference Finals, marking their fifth consecutive appearance at this stage. Led by Chauncey Billups and Richard Hamilton, the Pistons were known for their staunch defense and experienced roster. However, they were ultimately defeated by LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers in a hard-fought six-game series, with James delivering a legendary performance in Game 5 to shift the series momentum.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2007 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 79-76 | |
| May 24, 2007 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 79-76 | |
| May 27, 2007 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | L 88-82 | |
| May 29, 2007 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | L 91-87 | |
| May 31, 2007 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | L 109-107 | |
| Jun 02, 2007 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | L 98-82 |
Detroit Pistons 2006-07 Regular Season Game Log
Here is the game log for the 2006-07 season for the Detroit Pistons.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 01, 2006 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | L 105-97 | |
| Nov 03, 2006 | @ Boston Celtics | W 101-88 | |
| Nov 04, 2006 | vs. Memphis Grizzlies | W 95-86 | |
| Nov 06, 2006 | @ Utah Jazz | L 103-101 | |
| Nov 08, 2006 | @ Sacramento Kings | L 99-86 | |
| Nov 10, 2006 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | W 97-83 | |
| Nov 11, 2006 | @ Golden State Warriors | L 111-79 | |
| Nov 15, 2006 | vs. New Orleans/Oklahoma City Hornets | L 100-99 | |
| Nov 17, 2006 | vs. Washington Wizards | W 100-91 | |
| Nov 18, 2006 | vs. Houston Rockets | W 104-92 | |
| Nov 21, 2006 | @ Philadelphia 76ers | W 97-87 | |
| Nov 22, 2006 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | W 103-98 | |
| Nov 24, 2006 | vs. Charlotte Bobcats | W 104-95 | |
| Nov 25, 2006 | @ Washington Wizards | W 115-111 | |
| Nov 30, 2006 | @ Miami Heat | W 87-85 | |
| Dec 01, 2006 | vs. New York Knicks | W 108-100 | |
| Dec 03, 2006 | @ Charlotte Bobcats | L 97-89 | |
| Dec 05, 2006 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | L 88-85 | |
| Dec 07, 2006 | @ Dallas Mavericks | W 92-82 | |
| Dec 08, 2006 | @ Orlando Magic | W 87-83 | |
| Dec 13, 2006 | @ Indiana Pacers | L 101-90 | |
| Dec 16, 2006 | @ New Jersey Nets | W 90-82 | |
| Dec 17, 2006 | vs. Seattle SuperSonics | W 97-93 | |
| Dec 21, 2006 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | W 87-71 | |
| Dec 23, 2006 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | W 108-81 | |
| Dec 26, 2006 | vs. New Jersey Nets | W 92-91 | |
| Dec 27, 2006 | @ New York Knicks | L 151-145 | |
| Dec 29, 2006 | vs. Indiana Pacers | L 93-92 | |
| Dec 31, 2006 | vs. Phoenix Suns | L 108-101 | |
| Jan 04, 2007 | @ New Orleans/Oklahoma City Hornets | W 92-68 | |
| Jan 06, 2007 | @ Chicago Bulls | L 106-89 | |
| Jan 09, 2007 | @ Philadelphia 76ers | W 98-89 | |
| Jan 10, 2007 | vs. Charlotte Bobcats | L 103-96 | |
| Jan 12, 2007 | @ Atlanta Hawks | L 99-93 | |
| Jan 13, 2007 | vs. Boston Celtics | W 81-73 | |
| Jan 15, 2007 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | L 94-90 | |
| Jan 17, 2007 | vs. Utah Jazz | L 100-99 | |
| Jan 19, 2007 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | W 104-98 | |
| Jan 20, 2007 | vs. Sacramento Kings | W 91-74 | |
| Jan 24, 2007 | @ Charlotte Bobcats | W 103-92 | |
| Jan 26, 2007 | vs. Washington Wizards | L 99-96 | |
| Jan 28, 2007 | vs. Indiana Pacers | W 95-87 | |
| Jan 30, 2007 | @ Washington Wizards | L 104-99 | |
| Jan 31, 2007 | @ New Jersey Nets | W 113-89 | |
| Feb 02, 2007 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | W 96-86 | |
| Feb 04, 2007 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | W 90-78 | |
| Feb 06, 2007 | vs. Boston Celtics | W 109-102 | |
| Feb 08, 2007 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 93-78 | |
| Feb 10, 2007 | vs. Toronto Raptors | W 98-92 | |
| Feb 12, 2007 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers | W 92-74 | |
| Feb 14, 2007 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | L 90-81 | |
| Feb 20, 2007 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | W 84-83 | |
| Feb 21, 2007 | vs. Orlando Magic | W 110-88 | |
| Feb 23, 2007 | @ Orlando Magic | W 94-89 | |
| Feb 25, 2007 | vs. Chicago Bulls | W 95-93 | |
| Mar 02, 2007 | @ Miami Heat | L 85-82 | |
| Mar 03, 2007 | @ Memphis Grizzlies | W 92-89 | |
| Mar 05, 2007 | vs. Golden State Warriors | L 111-93 | |
| Mar 07, 2007 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | L 101-97 | |
| Mar 09, 2007 | @ Denver Nuggets | W 95-82 | |
| Mar 11, 2007 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | W 98-80 | |
| Mar 13, 2007 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | W 101-97 | |
| Mar 14, 2007 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | W 87-75 | |
| Mar 16, 2007 | @ Phoenix Suns | W 105-83 | |
| Mar 18, 2007 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | L 92-88 | |
| Mar 20, 2007 | vs. Philadelphia 76ers | W 96-75 | |
| Mar 22, 2007 | @ Houston Rockets | L 91-85 | |
| Mar 23, 2007 | @ San Antonio Spurs | L 90-89 | |
| Mar 25, 2007 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | W 121-95 | |
| Mar 26, 2007 | vs. Denver Nuggets | W 113-109 | |
| Mar 29, 2007 | @ Chicago Bulls | L 83-81 | |
| Mar 30, 2007 | vs. New Jersey Nets | W 110-105 | |
| Apr 01, 2007 | vs. Miami Heat | W 94-88 | |
| Apr 03, 2007 | @ Indiana Pacers | W 100-85 | |
| Apr 04, 2007 | vs. Chicago Bulls | L 106-88 | |
| Apr 08, 2007 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 87-82 | |
| Apr 09, 2007 | @ New York Knicks | W 91-83 | |
| Apr 11, 2007 | vs. Orlando Magic | W 104-99 | |
| Apr 13, 2007 | @ Toronto Raptors | L 87-84 | |
| Apr 15, 2007 | vs. Philadelphia 76ers | L 102-91 | |
| Apr 17, 2007 | vs. Toronto Raptors | W 100-84 | |
| Apr 18, 2007 | @ Boston Celtics | W 91-89 |