The Detroit Pistons are enjoying a remarkable turnaround this season, currently holding a 37-31 record and sitting No.6 in the Eastern Conference.
Under the leadership of head coach J.B. Bickerstaff, the Pistons have transformed into a playoff contender, a stark contrast to their struggles in previous years.
Cade Cunningham has been the driving force behind this resurgence, delivering a career-best season with averages of 25.7 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 9.3 assists per game.
His ability to lead the offense and elevate his teammates has been instrumental in Detroit's success.
In their recent games, the Pistons have faced tough competition. They narrowly lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder, 113-107, in a hard-fought battle.
Despite the loss, Cunningham's impact was evident, even though his night ended prematurely due to an ejection.
Prior to that, Detroit split a two-game series against the Washington Wizards, showcasing their resilience and ability to bounce back.
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Cade gets compliment by Thunder star
Ahead of the Pistons' matchup with the Thunder, Oklahoma City guard Alex Caruso shared his thoughts on Cunningham, drawing a lofty comparison to Luka Doncic.
"I don't want to throw out many comparisons, but just with his size and skill set, he's got a bit of Luka," Caruso said.
"That's a high standard, but he's got a bit of that. Big guard, main handler, can shoot, post up, good at drawing fouls, can kinda play in the midrange too."
Asked Caruso if Cade reminds him of anyone: "I don't want to throw out many comparisons, but just with his size and skill set, he's got a bit of Luka. … that's a high standard, but he's got a bit of that. Big guard, main handler, can shoot, post up, good at drawing fouls, can… https://t.co/4aKIv4vVIu
— Joel Lorenzi (@JoelXLorenzi) March 15, 2025
Caruso's comments highlight the respect Cunningham has garnered across the league.
The comparison to Doncic underscores Cunningham's versatility and ability to impact the game in multiple ways.
As the Pistons continue their push for the playoffs, Cunningham's development and leadership will be pivotal.
Detroit fans have every reason to be excited about their team's future, with Cunningham leading the charge.
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This story was originally published March 16, 2025 at 4:14 PM.
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