Cunningham Nets Third Straight Triple-Double, Saves Pistons with Last-Second Block
Detroit Pistons' Cade Cunningham has been on a tear lately, and he continued his impressive play on Wednesday night against the Orlando Magic.
Cunningham finished with 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists for his third straight triple-double. He also added 4 steals and 2 blocks.
The Pistons were trailing by 1 point with just seconds remaining when Cunningham came up with a huge block on Franz Wagner's potential game-winning shot. The block sealed the win for the Pistons, who improved to 10-27 on the season.
Cunningham's performance was especially impressive considering that he was playing on the second night of a back-to-back. He also played 41 minutes, which is a lot for a rookie. But Cunningham showed no signs of fatigue, and he was all over the court making plays.
The Pistons have now won 2 of their last 3 games, and Cunningham has been a big reason for their recent success. He is averaging 18.5 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 6.3 assists per game this season. He is also shooting 46.4% from the field and 38.1% from 3-point range.
Cunningham is quickly becoming one of the best young players in the NBA. He has a unique combination of size, athleticism, and skill. He can score, rebound, pass, and defend at a high level. He is also a very coachable player who is always willing to learn and improve.
The Pistons are lucky to have Cunningham, and he is a big part of their future. He is a rising star in the NBA, and he is only going to get better as he gains more experience.