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Pistons' Cade Cunningham Achieved Feat Only Michael Jordan Has

Pistons' Cade Cunningham Achieved Feat Only Michael Jordan Has

Summary

The Detroit Pistons currently lead the Eastern Conference in the NBA standings with a strong start to the season, achieving a 9-2 record. Cade Cunningham played a key role in a recent game by scoring 46 points, making him the first player since Michael Jordan to achieve over 40 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists, and 5 steals in one game. Despite missing key players due to injuries, the Pistons are performing well and rank high in several team statistics.

Key Facts

  • The Detroit Pistons have a 9-2 record and are first in the Eastern Conference.
  • Cade Cunningham led a comeback win against the Washington Wizards, scoring 46 points.
  • Cunningham is the first player since Michael Jordan to have a game with over 40 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists, and 5 steals.
  • He was the No. 1 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft and has improved significantly over the past seasons.
  • Cunningham made his first NBA All-Star team last season, with averages of 26.1 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 9.1 assists.
  • The Pistons are playing without Tobias Harris, Marcus Sasser, and Jaden Ivey due to injuries.
  • Detroit ranks fourth in defensive rating and fast-break points and sixth in net rating in the league.
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