"One of the best seasons in franchise history was powered by the kind of defense, intensity and physicality that have been calling cards of nearly every great Detroit team. But will the East's top seed generate enough offense to reach its first Finals since 2005?"
"Is Cunningham fully healthy? The Pistons didn't miss a beat near the end of the regular season, wrapping up the best record in the conference without their star player. Cunningham shook off some rust with two games last week, but the chances of a deep playoff run hinge on how he bounces back from a collapsed lung."
"Despite falling short of the 65-game threshold, Cunningham was one of the best players in the league this season and looked like a lock for All-NBA. Detroit needs Cunningham at that level."
The 2026 NBA postseason has begun with 20 teams set to compete for the championship. The play-in tournament will determine the final playoff spots. The Detroit Pistons, as the top seed in the Eastern Conference, face questions about their offensive capabilities and the health of star player Cade Cunningham. Despite missing games due to injury, Cunningham's performance will be crucial for the Pistons' success. The postseason promises intense matchups and significant player impacts as teams vie for the Larry O'Brien Trophy.
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