Pistons' Cade Cunningham: Solid numbers against Bucks
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Cunningham totaled 17 points (5-15 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 6-6 FT), seven rebounds, seven assists and one steal over 35 minutes during Wednesday's 113-109 loss to Milwaukee.
The 17 points were Cunningham's lowest total since Oct. 27, but the fifth-year guard still did his usual effective job of filling up the scoresheet. Over eight starts since returning from a three-game absence due to a hip bruise, Cunningham is averaging 27.9 points, 8.1 boards, 8.1 assists, 1.8 threes and 1.6 steals in 36.3 minutes.
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Pistons' Cade Cunningham: Well-rounded outing in win
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Cunningham posted 18 points (7-15 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, eight assists, six steals and three blocks across 38 minutes in Monday's 99-98 win over the Hawks.
While Cunningham didn't have his best night in the scoring column, he stuffed the stat sheet and delivered a productive all-around performance. The star guard dished out a game-high eight assists and has reached that mark in three straight games. The Oklahoma State product also had his best outing of the season on the defensive end, matching his season highs in steals and blocks.
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Pistons' Cade Cunningham: Efficient in win over Miami
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Cunningham logged 29 points (14-25 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), four rebounds, eight assists, one block and two steals across 38 minutes during Saturday's 138-135 victory over the Heat.
Cunningham was unable to repeat the triple-double he notched in the loss to the Magic on Friday, but he posted another impressive line across the board while carrying the Pistons to another victory. The star guard has been on a tear offensively of late and has scored 29 or more points in four of his last five appearances. Considering his excellent production in other categories as well, it's not a stretch to consider him as one of the top guards in fantasy so far in the 2025-26 campaign. He's the undisputed leader of one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference.
Cunningham generated 39 points (13-26 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 9-12 FT), 13 rebounds and 11 assists across 40 minutes of Friday's 112-109 loss to Orlando.
Cunningham notched his second triple-double of the season, with the other being a 46-point, 12-rebound, 11-assist showing Nov. 10. The point guard is building on an impressive 2024-25 campaign, and he's scored 30 or more points in seven of his 16 appearances this season. He's averaging 28.8 points per game on 45/32/82 shooting splits.
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Pistons' Cade Cunningham: Pours in 42 points in tough loss
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Cunningham erupted for 42 points (12-26 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 14-16 FT), eight rebounds, five assists, one steal, one block and four turnovers in 36 minutes during Wednesday's 117-114 loss to the Celtics.
Cunningham was hot from the jump in this one, dropping in 11 points on 4-for-5 shooting in his first nine minutes of play, and this was his second 40-plus-point performance of the season. Cunningham was able to get to the charity stripe with Detroit down by three with 4.4 seconds left in regulation after Jordan Walsh fouled him on a three-point attempt, but unfortunately for the Pistons, Cunningham went 2-for-3 at the line, and that put an end to a 13-game win streak.
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Pistons' Cade Cunningham: Double-doubles in win
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Cunningham totaled 24 points (8-18 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 8-10 FT), 11 rebounds and six assists in 36 minutes during Monday's 122-117 win over the Pacers.
This was Cunningham's seventh straight double-double and his second double-digit rebounding game of the season. With Monday night's win, the Pistons secured their 13th straight victory, matching a franchise-best win streak previously set by the 1989-90 and 2003-04 championship-winning Detroit teams.
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Pistons' Cade Cunningham: Double-doubles in return
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Cunningham (hip) recorded 25 points (10-23 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 assists, six rebounds and two steals over 34 minutes during the Pistons' 120-112 win over the Hawks on Tuesday.
Cunningham missed the Pistons' last three games due to a left hip contusion, but he progressed enough in his recovery to return Tuesday. He picked up right where he left off by recording his fifth straight double-double. While he wasn't efficient from beyond the arc, he helped the Pistons close the game out with nine points in the fourth quarter. The 24-year-old is averaging 27.3 points, 9.9 assists, 5.4 rebounds, 1.8 three-pointers and 1.4 steals over 36.8 minutes per game to open the season, putting him well on his way to earning a second straight All-Star nod.
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Pistons' Cade Cunningham: Questionable for Tuesday
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Cunningham (hip) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Hawks.
Cunningham has missed the past three games for Detroit, but the star playmaker remains day-to-day. The Pistons will not have a shootaround for the second leg of this back-to-back set, so Cunningham is likely to be a game-time call. Daniss Jenkins will likely continue to see a ton of usage if Cunningham remains sidelined.
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Pistons' Cade Cunningham: Remaining out vs. Indiana
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Cunningham (hip) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Pacers.
Cunningham will miss his third straight game due to a left hip contusion, and his next opportunity to play will come Tuesday against the Hawks. With the star point guard sidelined, Daniss Jenkins, Chaz Lanier and Caris LeVert are candidates for an uptick in playing time.
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Pistons' Cade Cunningham: Questionable for Monday
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Cunningham (hip) is questionable for Monday's game against the Pacers.
Cunningham, who has missed the past two games for Detroit, remains day-to-day with this questionable tag. Monday's game is the front end of a back-to-back set, so there's a chance he could be held out for maintenance in one of these games if he can get the green light from the medical staff. Daniss Jenkins and Caris LeVert are likely to see a bump in fantasy appeal if Cunningham continues to miss time.
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Pistons' Cade Cunningham: Won't play Friday
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Cunningham (hip) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the 76ers.
This will be the second straight game on the inactive list for Cunningham, which could result in another start for Daniss Jenkins and extended minutes for Caris LeVert. The Pistons' next two games come as a Monday-Tuesday, back-to-back set, so there's a chance Cunningham will need to spend at least one more game on the sidelines.
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Pistons' Cade Cunningham: Won't play Wednesday
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Cunningham (hip) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Chicago, Chuck Swirsky of the Bulls Radio Network reports.
Cunningham didn't participate in the team's morning shootaround Wednesday, and the star point guard will wind up missing the Pistons' matchup against the Bulls. His absence will likely allow Daniss Jenkins, Caris LeVert and Javonte Green to see more action. Cunningham's next chance to play will come Friday against the 76ers.
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Pistons' Cade Cunningham: Downgraded to questionable
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Cunningham (hip) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Bulls.
Cunningham was initially listed as probable due to a left hip contusion, though he's now in danger of missing his first game of the season. If the star point guard is ultimately ruled out, Caris LeVert and Daniss Jenkins are candidates for increased minutes. Over his last five outings, Cunningham has averaged 34.0 points, 10.0 assists, 5.0 rebounds and 1.6 steals in 39.0 minutes per contest.
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Pistons' Cade Cunningham: Likely to play Wednesday
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Cunningham is probable for Wednesday's game against the Bulls due to a left hip contusion.
Cunningham is coming off a 46-point triple-double in the overtime win over the Wizards. The star floor general is on a prolific stretch of one triple-double and three double-doubles over his last four appearances, averaging 34.3 points, 5.0 rebounds and 10.5 assists per game in that stretch. The probable tag suggests Cunningham should be able to play and handle his regular workload Wednesday unless he suffers a setback in the hours leading up to the game.
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Pistons' Cade Cunningham: Massive triple-double in win
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Cunningham contributed 46 points (14-45 FG, 2-11 3Pt, 16-18 FT), 12 rebounds, 11 assists, five steals and two blocks across 45 minutes in Monday's 137-135 overtime win over the Wizards.
Cunningham struggled with efficiency but still stuffed the stat while scoring a game- and career-high 46 points. The star point guard also grabbed a season-high 12 rebounds, marking his first game of the season with double-digit boards. Additionally, he led all players in assists and steals. Cunningham has now posted a double-double or better in four consecutive games.
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Pistons' Cade Cunningham: Drops 31 points
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Cunningham logged 31 points (13-28 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, 10 assists and one steal in 37 minutes during Wednesday's 114-103 win over the Jazz.
Cunningham got off to a slow start in this one but managed to turn things around to lead the Pistons in points and assists. This has been a common theme for the star point guard lately, who has now poured in 30 or more points in three of his last four appearances, also averaging 5.0 rebounds and 11.5 assists over this stretch.
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Pistons' Cade Cunningham: Powers Pistons to victory
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Cunningham registered 30 points (12-24 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 5-5 FT), six rebounds, 10 assists, three steals and three blocks in 36 minutes during Wednesday's 135-116 win over Orlando.
Cunningham was unable to get his shot to fall from beyond the arc, but it didn't stop him from reaching the 30-point threshold and leading Detroit in points, assists, steals and blocks. This was a strong all-around performance from the 24-year-old, who had been held to 12 points and four assists in his last matchup Monday against the Cavs.
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Pistons' Cade Cunningham: Cleared to play Monday
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Cunningham (face/hip) is available for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.
Cunningham held a probable tag with a pair of injuries but, as expected, will take the floor Monday. The star guard has been productive to start the season, averaging 23.0 points, 9.0 assists and 5.7 rebounds across the Pistons' first three regular-season games.
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Pistons' Cade Cunningham: Leading scorer for Detroit in win
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Cunningham accumulated a team-high 25 points (8-18 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 7-7 FT), three rebounds, eight assists and one block over 38 minutes during Sunday's 119-113 victory over the Celtics.
Cunningham has one double-double and two near misses through three games to begin the season, and he's scored more than 20 points in all three, with Sunday's 25 being his best total yet. The first overall pick in the 2021 Draft is coming off a career-best 2024-25 campaign, but Cunningham may not have reached his ceiling yet, and his supporting cast with the Pistons continues to improve.
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Pistons' Cade Cunningham: Double-doubles in loss
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Cunningham recorded 23 points (8-24 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 6-10 FT), seven rebounds, 10 assists and one steal across 34 minutes before fouling out of Wednesday's 115-111 loss to the Bulls.
Cunningham didn't have the most efficient night, but the usage was certainly encouraging. Head coach J.B. Bickerstaff said before the season that he had no interest in reducing Cunningham's sky-high usage rate, and there is even more on his plate offensively in the absence of Jaden Ivey (knee).
