Cade Cunningham led the Detroit Pistons with 9 assists in their game against the Indiana Pacers on Thursday. He also scored 20 points, playing a total of 39 minutes. Despite his efforts, the Pistons lost to the Pacers 111-100.
What It Means
Cunningham’s performance against the Pacers marked another game where he led both his team and the game in assists. This season, he is averaging 9.4 assists per game, ranking third in the league and first on his team. His ability to consistently reach milestones like these highlights his role as a key playmaker for the Pistons. Additionally, Cunningham has achieved streaks of at least five assists seven times this season, showing his reliability in setting up plays for teammates.
