WASHINGTON (AP) — Cade Cunningham had 21 points, 10 assists and 10 rebounds to lead the Detroit Pistons to a 124-104 victory over the Washington Wizards on Sunday night.
Jaden Ivey scored 28 points and Malik Beasley added 26 for Detroit. Cunningham has four triple-doubles this season, two fewer than league leader Nikola Jokic.
It was the eighth straight loss for Washington, which was playing at home after a five-game road trip. Jordan Poole and Kyle Kuzma each scored 22 points for the Wizards.
Detroit held Washington to 18 points in the first quarter and led 65-53 at halftime. The lead was never in single digits after that, with the Pistons going on a 12-3 run to take an 85-64 lead on a Jalen Duren dunk.
Wizards center Alex Sarr, the No. 2 pick in this year’s draft, had four points on 7-for-1 shooting.
These were the last two teams in the league last year, and while Washington got a higher draft pick, it’s Detroit that appears further along in its rebuild. After losing their first four games, the Pistons (7-8) have struggled to get closer to a .500 record.
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Est 1]. Sarr has the tools to be an impactful player, but playing for a struggling team can make it challenging for a young player to find his rhythm. His performance should be viewed in the context of the team’s overall struggles. If the Wizards can provide him with the right coaching and development, I believe he can play a significant role in their future success.
Thank you for joining us today, [Guest 1] and [Guest 2], to discuss the latest happenings in the NBA world. We have been following the news of Cade Cunningham’s triple-double against the Washington Wizards closely and wanted to get your perspective on this matter.
[Guest 1], as an expert analyst, what do you make of Cunningham’s impressive performance and his position among the league leaders?
[Guest 1]: Cunningham’s performance was indeed remarkable. He showed exceptional versatility by contributing to all aspects of the game, which is a testament to his talent and potential. It’s noteworthy that he is among the league leaders in terms of triple-doubles, and it’s encouraging to see him developing into a true point guard at such a young age. It will be interesting to see how he continues to evolve throughout his career.
[Guest 2], what are your thoughts on the Detroit Pistons’ win against the Washington Wizards? Do you think they are on the right track with their rebuild?
[Guest 2]: The Pistons’ win was certainly impressive, especially considering their opponents’ recent struggles. However, we must remember that this is just one game and they are still at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings. While they have shown some flashes of promise this season, it’s too early to say if they are completely turned around. They still have a long way to go before they can compete with the top teams in the league.
Moving on to the performance of Alex Sarr, how would you rate his play considering he is now playing for one of the worst teams in the league? And how do you think he will contribute to the Wizards’ rebuild?
[Guest 1]: Sarr’s performance was disappointing considering his draft position. However, he has shown flashes of potential and is still adjusting to the speed of the NBA game. He has a bright future ahead of him, and with time and experience, he could become a key player for the Wizards. As for now, they need to surround him with better talent to support his growth and help them turn things around.
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