Pistons Season Ends With Game 7 Meltdown Against Cavaliers

Among the biggest issues for the Pistons in Game 7 was their lack of physicality. As the Cavaliers continued to pour it on, the Pistons' frustration showed, and many fans inside LCA waved the white flag early. 

The Pistons struggled from the field, shooting 35 percent in the Game 7 blowout. Cade Cunningham, whom the Pistons were looking towards to lead the charge in Game 7, was shut down by the Cavaliers, finishing with 13 points, five assists, and four rebounds, going 5-of-16 from the field. Cunningham also went 0-of-7 from beyond the arc in a game where the Pistons shot 31 percent from three-point range.

What’s Next For the Pistons?

While many will agree that the Pistons overachieved this season, especially for a team that won just 14 games two seasons ago, their performance in Game 7’s lopsided loss is the type of defeat that will haunt fans for a long time, especially given that they were the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference. 

The Pistons now shift their attention to the offseason , where fans hope that general manager Trajan Langdon makes a bold move to help Detroit take the next step towards making and winning an NBA championship, but most importantly, make sure nothing like Game 7’s performance against the Cavaliers ever happens again. 

Jalen Duren's struggles throughout this postseason run further proved that Cunningham needs a co-star, and the question is, if the Pistons decide to make that move, who will they acquire in the offseason? The debate for who would fit best has just begun, with Michael Porter Jr. and Lauri Markkanen being potential candidates.

Tobias Harris and Kevin Huerter are set to become free agents this summer, and the ball is now in Langdon’s court to make key offseason moves to help Detroit compete for a championship next season.