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Cade Cunningham speaks out after Detroit Pistons are knocked out of the NBA Cup

The Detroit Pistons have suddenly lost two games in a row, including an NBA Cup loss. This means they are not advancing to the quarterfinals, which was a goal the team wanted to achieve.

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One key area of improvement needed as Pistons' NBA Cup dreams ended by Orlando

With 4.7 seconds left, Cade Cunningham’s intentionally missed free throw fell perfectly back to him, as he set up Duncan Robinson for the perfect chance to try and force overtime.

Cade Cunningham News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 28

Pistons’ Cade Cunningham gets major props for beautiful missed free throw

Cade Cunningham amazed some fans with how he intentionally missed a free throw in the Detroit Pistons’ NBA Cup matchup against the Orlando Magic on Friday night.

Detroit Pistons News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Last 40-point game by NBA franchise' quiz

How many of the players to score at least 40 points in a game for each NBA team can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active 50-point NBA games' quiz

The 'Most 15-rebound triple-doubles in NBA history' quiz

The '30-piont, 20-rebound NBA playoff games' quiz

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 28

Bill Simmons gives Pistons props despite loss to Magic

Friday night brought fans some incredible hoops, and they need not look further than the intense back-and-forth between two of the rising teams in the Eastern Conference in the Detroit Pistons’ clash against the Orlando Magic.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Detroit Pistons News / Athlon Sports / November 28

Former NBA Player Utters Bold Take on Potential Pistons Trade Target

After pulling off a historic turnaround last season, the Detroit Pistons have carried their newfound momentum into the start of the 2025-26 season. As they sit atop the Eastern Conference, one former player cited one move that could truly put them into the title conversation.

Detroit Pistons News / EssentiallySports / November 29

Pistons HC Sends Warning to Officials After Cade Cunningham’s Altercation With Desmond Bane

The atmosphere in Little Caesars Arena snapped without warning tonight as a routine possession during tonight’s NBA Cup game turned electric in an instant.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / November 28

LaMelo Ball told to do what Cade Cunningham is doing with Detroit Pistons, it will prove his worth

LaMelo Ball is undeniably a talented point guard with consistent production. Since finishing his rookie season, LaMelo Ball has consistently averaged more than 20 points per game every year.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / November 28

How Detroit Pistons and Miami Heat made an underrated smart trade that no one talks about

The Detroit Pistons and Miami Heat have exceeded early season expectations. The Detroit Pistons are leading the Eastern Conference with a 15-3 record, while the Miami Heat are currently sitting third at 13-6.

Cade Cunningham News / NBA Analysis Network / November 28

Cade Cunningham is in elite company as one of only three NBA players this season to achieve remarkable figures

This season has started better than anybody could have imagined for the Detroit Pistons. There was anxiety surrounding the Detroit Pistons this offseason as they sought to build on the previous season’s successes.

NBA News / Detroit Pistons on SI / November 28

Three keys in the Pistons NBA Cup win or bust clash with the Orlando Magic

The Detroit Pistons welcome the Orlando Magic tonight (Friday), knowing that a win will confirm their place in the next round of the NBA Cup. A win by any margin will suffice.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / November 28

'It’s a Big Deal' – Detroit Pistons Star Looks Back on the Team’s Impressive 13-Game Winning Streak After Loss Vs. Boston Celtics

Cade Cunningham vowed to be better after he missed a game-tying free throw that would have sent Wednesday’s 117-114 loss to the Boston Celtics into overtime, which halted their 13-game winning run.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 27

After record-tying streak, Pistons host Magic in crucial NBA Cup game

The Detroit Pistons' record-tying win streak came to a halt on Wednesday. They'll look to start another one and nail down a spot in the NBA Cup knockout round when they host the Orlando Magic on Friday night.

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Cade Cunningham News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 27

Pistons’ Cade Cunningham reveals honest thoughts on winning streak ending

Detroit Pistons All-Star Cade Cunningham has moved on from missing a game-tying free throw that would have sent Wednesday’s 117-114 loss to the Boston Celtics into overtime, snapping a historic 13-game win streak.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 27

Ex-Pistons coach Stan Van Gundy admits why he literally ‘kicks himself’ over Devin Booker

Stan Van Gundy has been out of the league for nearly five years now, but one draft pick that got away still has the now-commentator thinking about what could have been.

NBA News / HITC / November 27

Jaylen Brown calls out Cade Cunningham’s clutch miss, Pistons star responds postgame

The Detroit Pistons were on the verge of creating franchise history, but the Boston Celtics stopped them in their tracks. Heading into their recent NBA Cup matchup against the Boston Celtics, the Detroit Pistons had an NBA-best 13-game winning streak.

Detroit Pistons News / NBA Analysis Network / November 27

NBA expert suggests Kyrie Irving trade for Pistons to address major Cade Cunningham ‘weakness’

The Detroit Pistons’ 13-game winning streak was snapped against the Boston Celtics. Considering the Boston Celtics have been struggling this season, the 117-114 loss for the Detroit Pistons came as a shock to many.

Detroit Pistons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 27

Insider floats Kyrie Irving as ideal partner for Pistons’ Cade Cunningham

The Detroit Pistons’ 13-game winning streak may have come to an end on Wednesday night in a 117-114 heartbreaker against the Boston Celtics, but they remain the talk of the town amid their rise to true contending status in the Eastern Conference.

Detroit Pistons News / Last Word On Sports / November 25

Disrespect Fuels Pistons’ Rise As They Keep Proving Critics Wrong

Despite owning their best start since 2005–06 and sitting at a blistering 15–2, the Detroit Pistons still can’t shake the national disrespect surrounding their rise.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 25

Pistons eye franchise history, 14th straight win vs. Celtics

The Detroit Pistons can establish a franchise record by winning their 14th straight game when they visit the Boston Celtics for an NBA Cup game Wednesday.

Detroit Pistons News / Total Apex Sports / November 25

Detroit Pistons Jaden Ivey Looking To Be The Perfect Malik Beasley Replacement

The Detroit Pistons are currently riding a franchise-record-tying winning streak and sit at an impressive 15-2, but the return of second-year guard Jaden Ivey is already addressing one of the team’s few areas for improvement.

Detroit Pistons News / Hoops Wire / November 25

Pistons keep climbing, tie ’90 and ’04 champs with 13th straight win

The Pistons used to be the team everyone circled on the schedule. A free win. A skid extender. A breather. Now? They’re the ones doing the streaking. Detroit tied a franchise record on Monday with its 13th straight win, hanging on late to beat the Pacers 122-117 and move to 15-2.

Jaden Ivey News / Hoops Wire / November 23

Jaden Ivey returns, surging Pistons win 12th straight

The Pistons keep rolling, and Jaden Ivey picked a pretty good night to rejoin the party. Detroit pushed its winning streak to 12, matching the third-longest run in franchise history, with a 129-116 road win over the Bucks on Saturday.

Jaden Ivey News / Hoops Rumors / November 21