Motor City Cruise Dominates Opening Night Behind Franchise Record and “Motor City Mentality”

November 10, 2025

The Motor City Cruise, the Detroit Pistons' G League affiliate, dominated the Sioux Falls Skyforce 137-114 in their home opener at Wayne State Fieldhouse on Friday night. After falling behind early, the Cruise exploded with a 13-0 run and controlled the game throughout, shooting 54 percent from the field and an impressive 47 percent from three-point range. Seven players reached double figures, led by Brice Williams' 27 points including a franchise-record six three-pointers made in a home opener, while Tolu Smith added a double-double with 25 points and 11 rebounds.

Who is affected

Motor City Cruise (Detroit Pistons G League affiliate)
Sioux Falls Skyforce (Miami Heat affiliate)
Players including Tolu Smith, Brice Williams, Jayden Akins, John Okomadu, Daniss Jenkins, Feron Hunt, Etan Thomas, and Jahmir Young
Detroit Pistons organization
Fans attending games at Wayne State Fieldhouse
Wayne State University (hosting venue)

What action is being taken

The Motor City Cruise is playing their 2025 NBA G League season, with Daniss Jenkins currently on assignment from the Detroit Pistons.

Why it matters

This dominant season-opening victory establishes momentum and confidence for the Motor City Cruise's 2025 campaign while showcasing their balanced, team-oriented offensive approach and defensive intensity. The performance demonstrates the depth and talent of Detroit's G League affiliate, which serves as a development system for the parent Pistons organization. The record-setting shooting performance and seven players reaching double figures signals a potent offensive system that could make the Cruise competitive throughout the season.

What's next

The Cruise will face the Sioux Falls Skyforce again on Saturday at 7 p.m. at Wayne State Fieldhouse.

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