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Cade Cunningham Shows Out, Pistons Roll Past Magic

Detroit’s rising star dominates both ends as Pistons bury Orlando with statement win Cade Cunningham looked every bit the No. 1 pick Wednesday night, leading the Detroit Pistons to a 135–116 win over the Orlando Magic at Little Caesars Arena.

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Vanishing act: Magic's defense disappears in fourth straight loss

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Cade Cunningham scores 30 to carry Pistons past Magic

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Cade Cunningham scores 30 to carry Pistons past Magic

Cade Cunningham poured in 30 points and handed out 10 assists as the host Detroit Pistons pulled away from the Orlando Magic, 135-116, on Wednesday night.

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NBA News / Detroit Bad Boys / October 29

Cade makes the Magic’s defense disappear

So much for the low-scoring, defensive battle that was expected tonight. The Detroit Pistons had a needed bounce-back game tonight against the Orlando Magic with a victory of 135-116.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Cade Cunningham News / Detroit Pistons on SI / October 29

Cade Cunningham Says the Right Thing When it Comes to MVP Questions

Cade Cunningham went into the 2024-2025 NBA season with All-Star intentions. The Detroit Pistons guard stood in front of a scrum of reporters and made it clear that making the All-Star game and the playoffs was a goal of his.

Detroit Pistons News / Sneakers on SI / October 29

Michael Jordan's Game-Worn Air Jordans from Pistons Brawl Up for Auction

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Ausar Thompson News / Detroit Pistons on SI / October 29

Pistons Get a Positive Sign on Ausar Thompson Before Magic Matchup

As the Detroit Pistons prepare for their Wednesday night battle against the Orlando Magic, the team added a new name to the injury report in Ausar Thompson.

J.B. Bickerstaff News / Hoops Wire / October 28

JB Bickerstaff not too concerned after Pistons’ clunker vs Cavs: ‘It’s one night’

The Pistons ran into a wall on Monday, falling 116-95 to the Cavaliers and snapping their three-game winning streak. It was their first dud of the young season, but head coach J.B.

Ausar Thompson News / Athlon Sports / October 28

Pistons Announce Ausar Thompson News on Tuesday

Ausar Thompson has continued to take strides in his third season with the Detroit Pistons. The 22-year-old small forward has steadily improved each year in Detroit after being selected fifth overall in the 2023 NBA Draft.

NBA News / Field Level Media / October 28

After blowout loss, Pistons try to rebound vs. struggling Magic

J.B. Bickerstaff isn't concerned about one bad outing. The Detroit Pistons coach saw his team get blown out by Cleveland on Monday. The Pistons will host the struggling Orlando Magic on Wednesday night.

Detroit Pistons News / Hoops Rumors / October 28

Pistons pick up 2026-27 options on three players

The Pistons have exercised their 2026/27 rookie scale team options on the following three players, according to RealGM’s official NBA transaction log:

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J.B. Bickerstaff News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 28

Pistons’ JB Bickerstaff opens up on blowout loss against Cavaliers

The Detroit Pistons put up one of their worst performances in recent years Monday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Their sluggish effort ended with a rough final score of 116-95, dropping the Pistons back to a .500 record with a 2-2 mark.

Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / October 28

Detroit Pistons Climb NBA Power Rankings Despite Shaky Start

Fresh off a 2025 season where they shattered any and all expectations, the Detroit Pistons were a team many had their eyes on heading into the 2026 campaign.

Jalen Duren News / Hoops Rumors / October 27

Pistons' Jalen Duren reaches starter criteria, increasing QO

Fourth-year center Jalen Duren will be heading to restricted free agency next summer after failing to come to terms on a rookie scale extension with the Detroit Pistons before the 2025/26 campaign began.

Detroit Pistons News / Last Word On Sports / October 27

Pistons’ Bullies Bring Physicality, Energy, Edge To Court

After a disappointing opening night loss to the Chicago Bulls, the Detroit Pistons are re-establishing themselves as bullies. In the midst of their two-game winning streak, the Pistons have picked up the intensity on both ends of the floor.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 27

Pistons earn another ‘identity win’ vs. Celtics in home-opener

Sunday featured another case of the Detroit Pistons “controlling the chaos” by defeating the Boston Celtics 119-113. The franchise has spoken about embracing and fighting through adversity as its identity.

NBA News / Field Level Media / October 27

Pistons to test their 'standard' against Cavaliers

Detroit's home game against Cleveland on Monday night will provide an early measuring stick for the Pistons. The Pistons are striving to reach the level of the Cavaliers, who had the Eastern Conference's top record last season and reside in the same division, the Central.

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