| 1961–62 Detroit Pistons season | |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Dick McGuire |
| Arena | Cobo Arena |
| Results | |
| Record | 37–43 (.463) |
| Place | Division: 3rd (Western) |
| Playoff finish |
West Division Finals (eliminated 2–4) |
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Stats @ Basketball-Reference.com |
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The 1961-62 NBA season was the Pistons' 14th season in the NBA and fifth season in the city of Detroit.
(2) Cincinnati Royals vs. (3) Detroit Pistons: Pistons win series 3-1
Last Playoffs meeting: 1958 Eastern Division Semifinals (Detroit won 2–0).
(1) Los Angeles Lakers vs. (3) Detroit Pistons: Lakers win series 4-2
Last Playoffs meeting: 1961 Western Division Semifinals (Los Angeles won 3–2).