"Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham has been diagnosed with a collapsed lung and is expected to miss an extended period of time. The collapse is considered mild, according to reports, and the Pistons are still assessing how long Cunningham will be unavailable. There is some optimism that the two-time All-Star could return in time for the start of the NBA playoffs, which begin on April 18."
"Cunningham has been among the leading candidates in the NBA MVP race, averaging 24.5 points and 9.9 assists per game this season - the second-highest assists average in the league. His absence also carries implications for individual award eligibility. Cunningham has played 61 games this season, putting him just short of the 65-game threshold required to qualify for the MVP award, All-NBA teams and Defensive Player of the Year consideration."
"The diagnosis is a significant blow to the Pistons, who entered Thursday with the best record in the Eastern Conference at 49-19, sitting three and a half games clear of the surging Boston Celtics. Cunningham left Tuesday's game against the Washington Wizards in the first quarter with what the team initially described as back spasms."
Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham sustained a collapsed lung during Tuesday's game against Washington, initially reported as back spasms. The collapse is considered mild, though the team continues assessing his recovery timeline. Cunningham may potentially return before the April 18 playoff start. The 24-year-old MVP candidate was injured diving for a loose ball in the first quarter. His absence significantly impacts the Pistons, who lead the Eastern Conference at 49-19. Cunningham averages 24.5 points and 9.9 assists per game, ranking second in league assists. With 61 games played, he falls short of the 65-game threshold for MVP, All-NBA, and Defensive Player of the Year eligibility.
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